Emmanuel Brochet Haute Vigne 2017
Emmanuel Brochet Haute Vigne 2017 is a dry, light-bodied sparkling from Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay (Champagne, France), in the sparkling style. Acidity is fresh; oak influence is none. Good with aperitif, oysters, fish and chips, eggs. Biodynamic farming is mentioned by the merchant.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
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Emmanuel Brochet Haute Vigne 2017 is a meticulously crafted Champagne, reflecting the unique terroir of the Montagne de Reims. This vintage offers a blend of 50% Pinot Meunier and 50% Chardonnay, sourced from vines planted in the 1970s. Aged for 11 months in seasoned oak barrels, it undergoes an extended maturation of over six years on its lees, fostering complexity and nuance. With a production of just 3,000 bottles, this wine exemplifies the rarity and commitment to traditional methods by Brochet, who practices biodynamic viticulture across his estate.