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Wine Description
The Story
This vintage cuvee is the expression of a particular harvest year.
It represents the perfect symbiosis between Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, harmonised within this cuvee to express the structure and finesse of our Champagne wines. The almost discreet nose reveals great finesse while the attack is frank. Minerality finds its full expression with no trace of oak. The finish seems never-ending.
- Plots : Pinot Noir, les Voirmissa
Chardonnay, les Moineaux
- Blend : 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Noir
- Vinification : Selected barrels aged 7 years and more
No malolactic fermentation
- Aging : 8 to 10 years, depending on the vintage
- Dosage : 4 g per liter (Extra Brut)
- Disgorging : Minimum 6 months
Vintage 2006
A cold winter and springtime frosts laid the foundations for this vintage of abundant yields (12,997 kg/ha). Uneventful flowering was followed by exceptionally hot and sunny weather, which lasted until August. A dank August left producers fearful but fortunately warm, bright conditions in September redressed the balance. Harvest commenced on September 9th, producing grapes high in sugar level but notably low on acidity. The general health of the grapes was sufficient, producing wines which excel over the preceding 2005 vintage, another warm and ample year. The year's greatest wines are supple and expressive and despite the richness they escape being overly heavy. Overt and welcoming upon launch, the best come with excellent capacity for ageing. Winey, and richly fruity characters, most Champagnes regrettably miss some tension and finesse. Wines of the vintage include Taittinger Comtes de Champagne, Krug Vintage and Dom Pérignon Rosé.