Ratings
91
Identity
| Producer | Maison Champy |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | Pinot Noir |
| Color | Red |
| Sweetness | Dry |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Lovely, dark garnet color with a beautiful shine |
| Aroma | Fresh nose with notes of red and black fruit on a mineral, smoky background (marl, limestone) |
| Palate | Well-defined, fresh and fruity palate with good structure and balance; tannins are present but fine |
| Finish | Persistent finish ending on fruitiness and mineral freshness |
| Food Pairing | Serve with charcuterie, red meat such as fillet of beef in sauce, roast lamb shank, and a selection of cheeses |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Astringency (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
AVERAGE
Enology
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Aging Process | Aged in oak barrels in historic cellars |
Terroir
| Soil | Calcareous clay and iron-rich soil |
| Harvest Type | Organic harvesting |
| Harvest Desc | Harvesting is organic to preserve and highlight the true character of the unique terrain |
Interesting facts
| Maison Champy is the oldest wine house in Burgundy, founded in 1720. The Clos de Bully vineyard was planted in 1158 by monks and is one of the oldest in Burgundy. Maison Champy practices organic viticulture on much of its vineyards. |