Inspired by the know-how of the House around a year of harvest, this pure Chardonnay comes from a few plots of mid-slope concentrated on the vineyard of "La Côte", in the heart of the Côte des Blancs. This champagne draws from these limestone soils a singular chalky force, of an insolent and infinite freshness. Over time, it reveals the power and identity of these great terroirs.

THE VINTAGE

This was a unique year, marked by sunshine and erratic weather, with intense and at times brutal extremes. However, the 2019 wines turned out to be a combination of quality, maturity, and concentration. One word defines this vintage: EXCEPTIONAL!

TASTING NOTES

On the eye: Deep yellow hue with bright tints. Delicate, ultra-fine and even bubbles.

On the nose: The bouquet showcases Chardonnay at its finest: powdered chalk, candied lemon, white flowers (jasmine), harvest notes and lightly toasted almonds. It radiates a springtime airiness and the freshness of a sea breeze.

On the palate: Dense, concentrated, and intense on the palate. The crisp, juice fruit is beautifully brought out by caressing, unctuous bubbles. Seamlessly integrated, it displays precision and clarity of fruit, drawn out by a fresh, energetic saline finish. The oak is present yet discreet, adding a grainy, vinous structure that is both generous and mouthwatering, and a few white chocolate notes reminiscent of the finesse of the great white Burgundies.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Varietals: 100% Chardonnay

Categories: Blanc de Blancs

Appellation: "La Côte" vineyard in Avize

Aging: 5 years on the lees