Geoffroy Empreinte Blanc De Noirs Extra Brut 2016

Geoffroy Empreinte Blanc De Noirs Extra Brut 2016 is a fascinating expression of Pinot Noir, a varietal that comes to life in the heart of the Terroir of Cumières. Aiming to exalt the best interpretation of Pinot Noir each year, this champagne is the imprint of a unique terrain, where tradition and innovation meet to create an extraordinary product.

🌍 Distinctive Features

• Cuvée: Champagne Empreinte 1er Cru Brut
• Terroir: Clay and limestone soils, enriched by fragments of meulière stone (flint), which impart minerality and freshness to the wine.
• Location: Selection of early plots in Cumières (Barremonts, Demoiselles, Houtrants).
• Vineyard Age: 30 years, contributing to a unique depth and complexity in wine.

🍇 Vinification and Production

• Manual Harvest: With careful selection of the bunches of grapes, ensuring only the best of the harvest.
• Traditional Coquard Pressing: A gentle pressing, allowing only the first juice of the pressing, the cuvée, to be extracted.
• Vinification: In vats, demi-muids and barrels, which preserve the aromatic integrity and finesse of Pinot Noir.
• Malolactic Fermentation: Avoided to maintain vibrant freshness.
• Dosage: 3 g/l, for a dry and elegant profile.

👃 Tasting Notes

• Color: Brilliant golden yellow, with bright highlights.
• Nose: A complex and flattering bouquet that explores a wide range of red fruit aromas, with notes of strawberry, red currant, and peony enriching the olfactory experience.
• Palate: Airy, lively and nervous. Fresh and elegant, with gourmet flavors that evolve into a fine, long persistence.
• Finish: Long and persistent, leaving an impression of balance and harmony.

🍽 Recommended pairings

This extraordinary Empreinte Champagne is perfect for refined and savory dishes that enhance its power and elegance:

• 🍗 Bresse chicken with morels: The dish enhances the delicate and fresh notes of the wine.
• 🦆 Grape Quail: The combination of fruits and dark meat harmonizes perfectly with the structure of this champagne.
• 🍄 Forest Mushroom Fricassée: A rich dish that balances beautifully with the freshness and body of Empreinte.

🛒 Buy Geoffroy Empreinte Blanc De Noirs Extra Brut 2016

Discover the extraordinary expression of Pinot Noir with the 2016 Geoffroy Empreinte Blanc De Noirs Extra Brut. A 1er Cru champagne that embodies artisanal perfection and a deep connection to the terroir of Cumières. Each sip tells of the passion and tradition of Champagne, delivering an unforgettable experience.