- 40% Meunier, 35% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Noir
- 80% 2019, 14% 2018, 6% 2017
- From Hautvillers 1er Cru, Dizy 1er Cru, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ 1er Cru, Aÿ Grand Cru
- Clay and limestone over chalk
- Yes malo
- Fermented and aged in stainless steel
- Aged 48+ months on the lees
- Dosage: 4g/L
Info
Producer:
Vintage:
NV
Country:
France
Region:
Champagne
Appellation:
Vallee de la Marne
Variety:
Blend- Champagne
Color:
White
Farming Practice:
Sustainable
Sizes Available
| Full Bottle | FR-KCQ-01-NV | 12/750ml |
| Half Bottle | FR-KCQ-01-NVH | 12/375ml |
| FR-KCQ-01-NVHA | 12/375ml | |
| Magnum | FR-KCQ-01-NVM | 3/1500ml |
Press & Reviews
Jeb Dunnuck
Score
90
Date
2024-12-22
"A bright yellow/straw color, the NV Champagne 1er Cru Tradition Brut is very appealing on the nose and is made from 40% Meunier and equal parts Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with 80% from the 2019 harvest and the rest from 2018 and 2017. It opens to notes of fresh berries, sweet citrus, fresh flowers, and peaches. Medium-bodied, it fills the palate with a juicy feel and a fluffy, pillowing mousse, with a clean finish. Easygoing and quaffable, it would be suitable as a lovely aperitif or to close a meal. Drink it over the next several years. 4 grams per liter dosage."
Wine Spectator
Score
92
Date
2024-12-15
"A vivacious Champagne, showing the balance to recommend this as an aperitif but the focus to pair with food. Well-cut acidity is integrated with the refined mousse and notes of ripe black cherry and blackberry paste, Meyer lemon peel, biscuit and white blossoms. The finish is lingering and mineral-driven. Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Disgorged February 2024. Drink now. 2,500 cases imported."