Cuvée Léa, Brut Rosé , 1er Cru

Winemaker: Virginie BERGERONNEAU

Presentation: Same blend as the Cuvée Marcelle, the Cuvée Jeanne is kept for 12 to 15 months longer on slats.

Description:

• Grape variety (s):
• 50% Pinot Meunier, 40% Pinot Noir, 10% Chardonnay
• Geographical location: Champagne, Montagne de Reims 1er Cru
• Planting density: 8,000 vines / ha
• Pruning: Cordon de Royat and Chablis
• Age of the vines: any age (young 5 to 30 years old, old 30 to 50 years old)
• Type of soil: Clay and limestone
• Harvest: Manual
• Vinification: White
• Aging: Stainless steel tank
• Aging: minimum 15 months on slats
• Special feature: Blended Champagne with 10% of Champagne hillsides

Food / wine pairing: Aperitif, meal, dessert based on red fruits

Tasting:

• to the eye: salmon color
• on the nose: fruity
• on the palate: winey, fresh with subtle notes of red fruits