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Domaine Nowack 'La Fontinette' Meunier Extra Brut Champagne, France [2021-2022]
$115.00
Organic. 100% Meunier. The first of the single-vineyard Meunier bottlings that are flagships of the Nowack estate; ‘La Fontinette’ is a mid-slope (Mi-Coteau) vineyard at 100 meters on sandy clay-limestone over marne; two meters beneath the surface the bedrock is pure ‘marne blanche.’ The vines were planted in 1965, 1 ha total. This release is a blend of the 2021 and 2022 harvests. Vinification is with fully spontaneous/natural yeasts; the base wine is unfined and unfiltered. Aging is done in small oak barrels, with tirage under cork using grape must on September 22, 2023. 1 g/L dosage, disgorged January 2026.
Specs
- Country France
- Region Champagne
- Appellation Vallée de la Marne
- Style Sparkling Wine, Champagne Method
- Producer Nowack
- Farming Practices Organic, Biodynamic
- Grapes Pinot Meunier
- Food Pairings Stinky Cheese, Roast White Meats, Braised Things, White Sauce, Fried Food
- Characteristics Wild Side, Grower Champagne, Champagne Method, Dressed to Impress, Big Power
- This item is not eligible for discount.
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