Armel and José, brothers, represents the 11th generation of family present in the area and making wines since 1660. Together, they are totally committed to the 20 ha vineyard and to the elaboration of their champagnes. The vineyard is located on the shores od the Seine, in an ancient wine town where monks where already making wine in the 7th century, and where reknown Champagne houses have their vines. Their philosophy: healthy grapes of high quality with ecologically sustainable methods.
Presentation
Location
Located in the southern part of the Champagne production area, the vineyard of the Côte des Bar is composed of Jurassic hillsides, established on a limestone of the Kimmeridjien. Interspersed with small green valleys that join those of the Seine and the Aube, it constitutes a true mosaic with multiple exposures.
In the vineyard
Mechanical work only, organic amendments used.
Winemaking
Direct pressing, cold settling and fermentation in stainless steel tank for 10 days.
Ageing
Aged for 3 years in bottle before disgorging.
Released to the market few months after disgorging.
Released to the market few months after disgorging.
Varietal
Pinot Noir : 100%
Specifications
Alcohol content : 12.5 % vol.
Contains sulphites.
Advice
Serving
Serve between 6 and 8°c (42 to 46°F)
Ageing potential
Enjoy all year long
Tasting
The nose is complex with notes of dried fruits such as almond, hazelnut and as well as notes of stewed yellow fruits. The palate is soft and delicate. The effervescence with fine bubbles remains creamy. The generous attack gives way to an evolution on the roundness. The harmony of the aromas of toasted bread and quince jam is perfectly combined.
Food pairings
With foie gras, sushi, in aperitive.
Perfect match : Seared scallops, blood limes and hazelnuts brown butter.
Perfect match : Seared scallops, blood limes and hazelnuts brown butter.
Recipes
Seared scallops, blood limes and and hazelnuts brown butter
