From: Champagne, France
Varietal: 90% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Noir
Tasting Notes: Delicate rose color with aromas expressing red floral spice and raspberry fruits. The chalky minerality shines through the Chardonnay, creating complex bread notes and crushed-rock sensations. Very fresh with fine effervescence and drinkability.
The quality of the fruit and the pedigree of the vineyard sourcing can not be overstated for this rosé style Champagne. The Pinot Noir is sourced from the 1er Cru village of Vertus where the family was originally based in the 1800s. It is made into a still wine that is blended into the Chardonnay after fermentation is complete. The vineyards are certified sustainable under the relatively new, but highly respected, HVE certification.
The Prestige wines were started by the late Philippe Gonet, crafted specifically for a friend and restaurateur back in the 70s in Paris. Named after his son, Pierre (now the winemaker), and his wife's maiden name, Cellier, the wines showcase an approachable fruity style only recently made available in the U.S. market. Made with the same precision and care from certified sustainable vineyards, HVE.
