René Geoffroy Empreinte 2017 - Champagne Blanc de Noirs

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Cuvée René Geoffroy Empreinte 2017 elegantly embodies the delicate character of Pinots Noirs from Cumières terroirs. From three historic plots - Les Chalmonts, Les Barremonts and Les Pêchers - facing south-southeast, this Champagne reveals the full potential of clay-limestone soils mixed with fragments of meulière stone (flint). Situated mid-slope, at an altitude of 160 meters, these plots produce small, ripe, concentrated grapes, allowing us to express all the singularity of this emblematic grape variety. This 2017 vintage is made exclusively from Pinot Noir, with a dosage Extra-Brut of 3 g/L. The grapes, hand-picked at optimum ripeness and carefully sorted, are pressed using a traditional Coquard press. Only the "Tête de Cuvée" juices are selected for parcel-by-parcel, gravity-fed vinification, followed by indigenous yeast fermentation in oak barrels and foudres. Ageing on lees continues for 72 months on laths, in a process in which the wines are neither filtered nor fined. On tasting, this cuvée reveals a complex bouquet dominated by aromas of red fruit, cooked apple and subtle notes of fruit Secs. The palate is airy, lively and nervous, balancing richness and freshness with remarkable depth and complexity. This Champagne goes perfectly with roast poultry or mature cheeses, enriching gourmet meals with an exceptional touch.

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