RESERVE BRUT/RESERVE NATURE
A subtle blend of 75% Pinot Meunier, 25% Pinot Noir and some old reserved wine. The taste is fragrant, floral, classic structure and richness. For all the most special occasions, an intimate dinner or a gala evening.
SOIL TYPES
Chalky clay and sandy chalky clay (Chardonnay).
ROOTSTOCKS
SO4 for the chardonnay and 41 B et 3309 for the Pinots.
VINE AGE
30 years.
PRUNING
Short
Pinot Meunier: Marne-Valley system.
Pinot Noir: Royat system.
HARVEST
Manual. Severe and successive selection on the plant. "Late" harvesting to obtain optimum ripeness, a naturally raised alcohol level and to let the aromas blossom.
PRESSING
4000 kg pneumatic press to give a refined, delicate and precise choice of juice. Only the first part of the first pressing is used to makeup the Cuvée Réserve.
VINIFICATION
Classic, in small (50 to 100 Hectolitres or 1000 to 2000 gallons) stainless steel vats. Chilling and malolactic fermentation are carried out. Bottle fermentation in half bottles, bottles, magnums, jeroboams and methusalems.
BLENDING
The proportion of old reserve wines, vinified in oak barrels, varies, depending on the year, from 10 to 15%.
TASTING NOTES
Color: Star, bright, pale, gold.
Nose: Ample, bouquet, fruit, floral.
Palate: Balanced structure, harmonious, supple and fresh.
SERVING TEMP.
10°C (50°F).