2022 Technical Specifications
Grape Varieties 100% Meunier
Classification Coteaux Champenois
Region Coteaux Champenois
Soil Clay-limestone soils over sandy subsoils rich in fossilized shells
Orientation South-East
Sites Chamery Premier Cru parcels
Vine Age 30
Natural Yeast Yes
Maceration 10 days
Barrel Size 400
Unfined Yes
Unfiltered Yes
Production Details Whole-bunch maceration lasted 10 days. The wine was vinified without sulfites, using natural yeasts, and without fining or filtration; it was aged for 13 months in sandstone eggs and 400 L barrels. The producer additionally states that no sulfur was added.
Vintages
2020 Technical Specifications
Alcohol 11.5%
Grape Varieties 100% Pinot Noir
Classification Coteaux Champenois
Region Coteaux Champenois
Sites Chamery Premier Cru
Barrel Size 400
Used Oak Only Yes
Unfined Yes
Unfiltered Yes
Production Details Certified-organic Chamery Premier Cru fruit was 50% destemmed by hand and macerated for three weeks. The wine was aged for 11 months in old 400 L barrels, was not fined or filtered, and had zero sulfites added at any stage.
Tasting Notes Red fruits and berries, savory notes, dark red apple, tart cherry, mineral undertone, fine tannins and a long finish
Sources: larkinimports.com.au ↗ · Compare this vintage