Overview
The forested plateau south of Reims produces Pinot Noir of extraordinary backbone and red-fruit depth for champagne blending. Verzenay and Mailly are Grand Cru villages of legendary reputation.
In The Glass
- Colour
- Deep gold with fine bubbles
- Nose
- Red cherry, Raspberry, Strawberry, Brioche and Cream.
- Palate
- Pinot-driven, structured champagne — backbone and longevity. Generally medium-bodied, electric acidity, dry, with a very long finish.
Tasting Profile
Body Medium3/5
Tannins Silky1/5
Acidity Electric5/5
Sweetness Bone Dry1/5
Alcohol Medium3/5
Grapes
Pinot NoirPinot MeunierChardonnay
Aromas And Notes
Red cherryRaspberryStrawberryAppleBriocheCreamToastChalkHoneyAlmondMarzipanMushroom
Terroir
Cool continental — chalk subsoil drains well, retaining acidity.
ChalkClay-limestoneSandy marl
Food Pairings
OystersGrilled fishAged cheeseFoie grasRoast chicken
Notable Producers
- Krug, founded 1843 - Krug Grande Cuvée
- Louis Roederer, founded 1776 - Cristal
- Bollinger, founded 1829 - R.D. Extra Brut