A single vintage expression built around balance and restraint, the 2014 release reflects a growing season that favoured freshness over richness. Cooler conditions toward harvest preserved acidity, giving the wine a more defined and structured profile than warmer years. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir form the core of the blend, typically sourced from Premier and Grand Cru vineyards across the Montagne de Reims and the Cote des Blancs. Chardonnay contributes tension and clarity, while Pinot Noir provides body and length, resulting in a composition that sits between precision and depth.
Fermentation takes place with each parcel handled separately, allowing the cellar team to manage structure and aromatic detail before blending. Stainless steel is used to retain purity, keeping the fruit profile clean and well defined. Several years of maturation on lees shape the texture and complexity. Over time, fine bubbles develop alongside notes of brioche, pastry, and lightly toasted elements, integrated with the underlying citrus and orchard fruit. The 2014 vintage shows a more linear character than richer years, with emphasis placed on clarity, balance, and mineral structure. It is a wine that benefits from time, gradually opening while maintaining its composure.
Overall, the style is precise and elegant, combining citrus driven freshness with subtle autolytic depth and a firm structural backbone.
Tasting Notes
Nose:
Citrus, green apple, and white flowers lead, followed by hints of brioche and almond. A light mineral note adds lift.
Palate:
Focused and balanced, with lemon, pear, and a clear mineral edge. The texture is fine, supported by fresh acidity and subtle pastry notes.
Finish:
Long and clean, with lingering citrus, light toast, and a pronounced mineral character. Crisp and persistent.
