2020 Marie Courtin, Presence Extra Brut, Champagne, France
$130.00
VINEYARD: Harvested from massale selection vines of 1/3 Pinot Blanc and 2/3 Chardonnay averaging 20 years of age.
SOIL: The Pinot Blanc is planted in kimmerdgian-centric soils while the Chardonnay is planted in portlandian soils.
VITICULTURE: Farmed biodynamically and hand harvested, certified by EcoCert
VINIFICATION: Fermented in apoxy lined tank.
AGING: Aged in apoxy lined tank, three year elevage sur lie, unfined and unfiltered, zero dosage and zero sulfur added.
Dominique Moreau's first Blanc de Blanc blend combines Chardonnay and Pinot Blanc grown in the unique kimmeridgian and portlandian soils of the Aube. This zero dosage, no sulfur added cuvee is rich and racy and has a commanding presence", if you will, just as we have come to expect from this rising star."
Specs
- Country France
- Region Champagne
- Appellation Aube
- Style Sparkling Wine, Champagne Method
- Producer Marie Courtin
- Farming Practices Organic, Biodynamic
- Grapes Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc
- Food Pairings Roast White Meats, Fresh Seafood, White Sauce, Fried Food, Aperitif
- Characteristics Icon, Grower Champagne, Champagne Method, Dressed to Impress, Zippy, Bright and Fresh
- This item is not eligible for discount.