Identity
| Producer | Hugues Godmé |
| Vol | 0.75 |
| Classification | Premier Cru |
| Grapes | 100% Chardonnay |
| Color | white |
| Sweetness | Brut Nature |
Tasting
| Color Desc | pale golden with fine bubbles |
| Aroma | Rich and complex aromatic palette with notes of ripe fruit, white flowers, brioche, honey, and mineral nuances |
| Palate | Elegant texture with balanced acidity, fine mousse, mineral tension, and a refined structure |
| Finish | Long, mineral finish with saline tension and subtle brioche and honey notes |
| Food Pairing | Pairs well with seafood, shellfish, white meats, and fine cheeses |
| Aging Potential | Excellent aging potential of 10-20 years from vintage |
| Serving Glassware | Traditional Champagne flute or tulip glass |
Profile
Acidity (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Body (1-5)
LOWER THAN AVERAGE
Aroma (1-5)
HIGHER THAN AVERAGE
Minerality (1-5)
LOW
Enology
| Organic | Yes |
| Biodynamic | Yes |
| Aging Process | Aged one year in oak barrels without fining or filtration, with lees aging to add complexity and texture |
| Fermentation | Fermentation with indigenous yeasts, no malolactic fermentation |
Terroir
| Altitude (m) | 180-210 m |
| Soil | chalky, clay and limestone soils |
| Vine Age | vines planted in 1972 (old vines) |
| Harvest Type | manual |
| Harvest Desc | Hand harvesting with careful selection of the ripest, healthiest bunches to preserve terroir expression |
Interesting facts
| Produced from a single parcel 'Les Alouettes Saint Bets' in Villers-Marmery, known for its exceptional terroir and old vines planted in 1972. The estate is certified organic and biodynamic, emphasizing sustainable viticulture. |