Features
Name:
Champagne Blanc de Venteuil Brut
Terrain:
Clayey limestones
Cellar
Champagne Maurice Grumier was born from the indefatigable passion of a very long lineage of winegrowers from Venteuil, on the right bank of the Marne, animated for twelve generations by an inexhaustible love of vines and wine. Today, Fabien and Hélène continue to build the history of the Maison by perpetuating know-how rooted in the land. Ardent defenders of their land, they pay great attention to their infinitely rich soils. The family temperament shines through in exceptional Champagnes and expresses all the strength of character that runs through their veins. On predominantly calcareous soils with also a good presence of clay, and a little sand on the hilltops. On the left bank, Festigny, predominantly limestone, and Dormans, rather clayey. 9 hectares planted on 7 different crus, on each side of the Marne, offer Fabien a very wide range of possibilities in his blends. Natural work, respectful of the environment, is therefore a necessity to limit the impact of his work. He prefers to imprint it in his wines rather than in his environment.
Description
This single-varietal Champagne comes from the finest vineyards of Venteuil. The Chardonnays that make up this cuvée are born on limestone and clay-limestone soils. This origin gives it finesse, minerality and elegance ideal for an aperitif. Blend of 68% from the 2017 vintage, 32% 2016 vintage aged in barrels.
Minimum 48 months' stay on the lees and 6 months' rest after dégorgement. Only 3,993 bottles produced.
Organoleptic characteristics:
Intense straw yellow colour.
Sinuous and fine perlage
Delicate and persuasive nose of fruit, apple, apricot, yellow plum, citrusy hints of lime and orange peel.
The palate shows fragrance, toasted brioche and white tea. Mineral verve and acid shoulder.
Storage time:
0-6 years
Vinification
Re-fermentation in the bottle, minimum 4 years on the lees. No clarification or filtration
Acknowledgements
Wine Spectator 93/100
Eichelmann Champagne guide 91>/span>/100
Guia Melendo del Champagne 90/100