2016 Bereche et Fils Le Cran Premier Cru Brut Nature Millesime
$180.00
Chardonnay (50%) and Pinot Noir (50%)
Vineyard Area: From two parcels totaling 1.3 hectare on the northern side of Montagne de Reims. The Chardonnay comes from “Les Hautes Plantes” (western exposure) and the Pinot Noir comes “Les Vignes Saint Jean (eastern exposure) — vines are an average of 45+ years old
Soil: 30 cm of brown clay over chalk
Elevation: 220 meters
Exposure: West, East
Vinification: Slow fermentation in barrel and small tank and matured the on lees before the prise de mousse with cork
Maturation: 78 months
Specs
- Country France
- Region Champagne
- Style Sparkling Wine, Champagne Method
- Producer Bereche
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
- Food Pairings Meaty Fish, White Sauce, Fried Food, Aperitif
- Characteristics Grower Champagne, Champagne Method, Has Age, Big Power
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