In the Montagne de Reims, the Premier Cru village of Chigny-les-Roses has become our playground. In this age-old land, my ancestors planted their standard as their point of origin.
of origin. This landmark has never left us, and has even been the starting point for a new adventure: that of changing our status to that of Récoltants- Manipulants.
of origin. This landmark has never left us, and has even been the starting point for a new adventure: that of changing our status to that of Récoltants- Manipulants.
Presentation
Presentation
A plot full of nutrients! Perhaps that's why sheep were kept up there. The east-west exposure of these 27 ares, planted with Meunier grapes, gives all the vitality to this champagne.
Location
Le Haut Belai
Terroir
Ludes, chalk subsoil and intermediate flint, clay zone
Winemaking
In oak casks (10 hectors) and barrels (2.28 & 4.00 hectors), blocked malolactif fermentation, low SO2 (51 mg/L), stirred 3 times.
Zero dosage
Zero dosage
Ageing
Aged on lath for at least 3 years.
Varietals
Pinot Noir : 52%
Chardonnay : 48%
Chardonnay : 48%
Advice
Serving
8/10°C
Tasting
The attack is short and gradually rises in the mouth to take on its fullness. Rich, fresh, creamy, we find the lemon, the pomelo all in greediness. The fruit and minerality merge with the oak showcasing the purity of the terroir. This makes to appreciate the character and the greediness of the which are expressed with precision, purity and great sapidity. The full and harmonious finish soars on the palate, for a definite gastronomic pleasure.
Food pairings
Breton lobster au gratin with lobster butter, rice risotto
Pork loin confit, onion and potato puree
Mushroom Risotto and Parmesan
Veal Tournedos, butternut squash with hazelnut and truffle slivers
Grilled Lamb Chops and golden turnips
+ Maroilles cheese
Pork loin confit, onion and potato puree
Mushroom Risotto and Parmesan
Veal Tournedos, butternut squash with hazelnut and truffle slivers
Grilled Lamb Chops and golden turnips
+ Maroilles cheese
