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Wine Description
The Story
Vineyard Sources: (Chardonnay) Avize, Cramant, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Trépail, Vertus; (Pinot Noir) Ambonnay, Avenay, Aÿ-Champagne, Chignyles-Roses, Louvois
ON THE NOSE:
The nose delivers floral aromas such as hawthorn, lilac and violet as well as fruity aromas of apricot, apple and fresh pineapple. After the wine has warmed a little, discreet notes of coffee will appear.
ON THE PALATE:
It is harmonious, fresh and elegant. On the firs...
Wine Information
The 2002 Vintage is one of the most beautiful of the last decade : very beautiful harvest during the second half of september with healthy grapes and a good acidity. The Chardonnay grapes with exotic and floral aromas show a good minerality. The Pinots Noirs are particularly full bodied and complex with red and black fruits aromas, a hint of spicies, toastiness and brioche.
Vintage 2002
A cold winter and a mild late spring cued for a perfect June allowing early and fast flowering. Outstanding weather conditions prevailed and the season went on without dramatic turns. Rains in August raised concerns regarding gray rot, but finally sunshine and dry conditions throughout September resulted in an abundant crop of largely healthy fruit (11,930 kg/ha). Dehydration due to wind further aided in achieving perfect ripeness and addition...
