Petraea champagne is created using a method similar to that of the Solera. Each year, the previous year's wine is added in the proportion of 50%. This means that the wine contains some of all the earlier vintages in decreasing proportions. This perpetual reserve was restarted in 2012 as organic champagne.
Wine: | Petraea III - MMXII-MMXIII-MMXIV | |
Appellation: | Champagne Brut Nature | |
Terroir: | Plot called "Le Murtet" - Sandy limestone terroir on the Massif de Saint-Thierry | |
Composition: |
100% Pinot Noir - 50% Harvest 2014 + 50% previous blending |
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Dosage: | 0 g/L | ![]() |
Certification: | Bio ECOCERT << FR BIO-01 >> (Organic) | |
Bottle size: | 75 cl bottle |
Vinification
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Only "la cuvée" (the first juice from the first pressing) is used
to make this champagne. Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts.
Vinified on fine lees in 25 hl oak casks with batonnages
(beating in). Malo-lactic fermentation takes place. Unfined and unfiltered. Reducted gas pression for vinous style and elegance.
Tasting notes
The nose is intense and generous. Scents of fruits, of white flowers with spicy
hints. In the mouth the champagne is broad and rich, powerful though still possessing
good freshness.
Suggestions
Serve at 10 °C (50°F) as an aperitif, or at table with fish, poultry, white
meats and cheeses.
Press comments
Bettane & Desseauve
2022: 93 /100
Gault & Millau Champagne Guide
2022: 18 /20
Robert Parker:
94 pts (MMVII)
Gerhard Eichelmann:
* * * * * (MMVII)
RVF
green Guide 2016 : 17 /20 (MMVII)
Revel Guide
2014: 19 /20 (MMVII)
Revue du Vin de France: 17 /20 (MMVI)
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