Identity
| Producer | Fleury |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Grapes | 100% Pinot Noir |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | extra brut |
Tasting
| Color Desc | Bright yellow with golden hues, very fine and persistent bubbles |
| Aroma | Varied aromas of honey, ripe yellow fruit, spices, white flowers, dried fruit, pan brioche, and mineral notes |
| Palate | Rich and powerful palate with good minerality and freshness, creamy texture, balanced acidity and sugar dosage |
| Finish | Long and persistent finish, elegant and majestic with perfect balance between sugar and acidity |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with refined seafood, shellfish, white meats, and delicate appetizers |
| Aging Potential | Can age gracefully for over a decade due to long lees aging and balanced structure |
| Serving Glassware | Serve in a tulip-shaped sparkling wine glass or traditional flute |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| Natural | Yes |
| ABV % | 12.0 |
| Sugar (g/l) | 0.00 |
| Aging Process | Base wine fermented half in stainless steel vats and half in oak barrels; second fermentation in bottle by traditional method; aged 9 years on lees |
| Fermentation | Spontaneous alcoholic fermentation; malo-lactic fermentation completed |
Terroir
| Soil | Kimmeridgian calcareous-clay soils (typical of Côte des Bar) |
| Vine Age | Vineyards planted circa 1970 (approximate) |
| Harvest Type | Manual |
| Harvest Desc | Grapes hand-picked and carefully selected, pressed manually with vertical press |
Interesting facts
| One of the most prestigious cuvées of Fleury, made from 100% Pinot Noir from biodynamic vineyards in Aube; aged 9 years on lees; minimal intervention and traditional methods; Fleury was the first biodynamic certified producer in Champagne. |
Logistics
| Cork | Traditional Champagne cork with wire cage |