Bottle

Ratings

91/100 Wine Advocate · 90/100 International Wine Cellar · 91/100 Wine Spectator

Identity

Producer	Famille Moussé
Vol	0.75
Grapes	70% Pinot Meunier, 30% Pinot Noir
Color	White
Sweetness	Extra Brut

Tasting

Color Desc	Pale golden robe with fine bubbles
Aroma	Aromas of pear, peach, early-blooming white flowers, citrus zest, red fruits like cherry and raspberry, almond croissant, fresh pastry, apple, lemon, grapefruit, brioche, white flowers, and floral notes
Palate	Medium- to full-bodied palate that is fleshy and charming, with a generous core of fruit and tangy acidity; fresh and fruity attack with beautiful acidity bringing tension and liveliness; creamy and supple mousse rounding out the palate
Finish	Long-lasting finish with candied citrus, fruity complexity, and a lingering, fresh, and vibrant character
Food Pairing	Ideal for aperitif with almonds, dried fruits, watermelon; pairs well with scallop carpaccio, seafood, grilled lobster with citrus fruits
Aging Potential	Drink young, best enjoyed within a few years
Serving Glassware	High-quality tasting glasses such as Sydonios, Lehmann, or Zalto

Profile

Enology

Organic	Yes
ABV %	12.0
Sugar (g/l)	2.00
Aging Process	Aged 18 months on lees in stainless steel vats; malolactic fermentation performed; use of homemade mine sulfur
Fermentation	Malolactic fermentation in stainless steel vats

Terroir

Soil	Green clay over calcareous marl, with 20 cm of vegetative clay soil, 40 cm of very draining clayey sand, 30 cm of green clay and calcareous marl
Vine Age	40 years
Harvest Type	Manual
Harvest Desc	Manual harvesting in very small crates to protect grapes from premature crushing, allowing careful selection of the ripest and healthiest bunches

Interesting facts

Family-run house since 1923; known for elevating Pinot Meunier; uses artisanally produced mine sulfur; committed to environmental sustainability with solar and geothermal energy