NV Marie et Olivier Horiot 'Metisse' Les Riceys Noirs & Blanc Extra Brut Champagne, France
$64.99
The grapes for this wine come from eight different vineyards in Les Riceys. The Pinot Blanc gives the wine a unique creaminess.
Winemaking:
Each varietal is vinified separately and go through malolactic fermentation. Aged on its lees in oak barrels. Prior to secondary fermentation, a vintage base wine is blended with a solera of reserve wines. The amount of time sur lattes varies and is cited on the wine's back label.
While usually released as a Brut Nature, the wine can also come as Extra Brut depending on the bottling.
Specs
- Country France
- Region Champagne
- Style Champagne Method, Sparkling Wine
- Producer Marie et Olivier Horiot
- Farming Practices Organic, Biodynamic
- Grapes Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc
- Food Pairings Aperitif, Roast White Meats, Crunchy Greens, Stinky Cheese
- Characteristics Grower Champagne, Champagne Method, Dressed to Impress
- This item is not eligible for discount.