Identity
| Producer | Herbert & Co |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Grower Champagne, terroir focused, sustainable practices, low intervention. |
| Grapes | 100% Pinot Noir |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | extra brut |
Tasting
| Color Desc | White |
| Aroma | very vinous, powerful nose, prominent wood expression, juicy, pure Pinot Noir fruit, minimal tannins, reductive style, dark aromatic, earthy, bready, blackberry, blueberry |
| Palate | Strong with structure, quite demanding, wood influence well integrated |
| Finish | Lovely acidic finish with a touch of yellow lemon, almost spirit-like finish, medium length. |
| Food Pairing | Smoked salmon, roasted duck, grilled chicken, mushroom risotto, soft cheeses. |
| Aging Potential | 5-8 years. |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| ABV % | 12.5 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 2.50 |
| Aging Process | 9 months in barrique (225l.) |
| Fermentation | Fermentation in Burgundy barrels (228L). |
Terroir
| Vineyards in Premier Cru and Grand Cru parcels of Montagne de Reims area. |
Interesting facts
| Originally developed and marketed as Didier Herbert DH, praised for incredible depth and power; now an independent brand with a terroir-focused, sustainable, low intervention philosophy. |
Logistics
| Cork | natural cork |