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Wine Description
The Story
Blend: 70 % Pinot Noir, 30 % Chardonnay (5 % Bouzy Rouge)
Age of vines: 40 years
Village: Bouzy
Terroir: Limestone subsoil
Winemaking: Non-malolactic fermentation
The Special Club cuvée is unique to the Champagne region and is only made in years which are blessed with an exceptional harvest. The selection process comprises of a two-test system: firstly tasting the blend of the still wines and secondly tasting the champagne. Judged by ...
Vintage 2005
The 2005 vintage was a year of marked contrasts between seasons and regions. Following a fairly harsh winter, 2005 had a mild spring with relatively warm temperatures all year long. There was above average sunshine and a slight water deficit, as had been the case throughout the dry cycle of 2005/2004 and 2003. The heat and humidity in July produced larger grapes and bunches, rather unusually for the Champagne region, while the cooler weather ...
