NV Pierre Gerbais La Loge (Pinot Blanc), Champagne, France (2011-2021)
$135.00
Variety: Pinot Blanc
Terroir: La Loge is on a plateau at the top of the slope. Southern exposure, 80-year-old vines (selection massale), Kimmeridgian soils.
Viticulture: Certified sustainable (Ampelos) since 1996
Vinification: 40% base 2021, 60% perpetual reserve started in 2011, held in stainless steel. Gentle Coquard pressing, gentle sedimentation followed by primary alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel, started with pied de cuve, without control for malolactic. Perpetual reserve started in 2011, held in stainless steel.
Specs
- Country France
- Region Champagne
- Style Sparkling Wine, Champagne Method
- Farming Practices Organic
- Grapes Pinot Blanc
- Food Pairings Stinky Cheese, Roast White Meats, White Sauce, Fried Food
- Characteristics Flexes w/ Food, Grower Champagne, Champagne Method, Dressed to Impress, Bright and Fresh