COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
PRODUCER
Champagne Tribaut Schloesser
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Tribaut Cuvée René Extra Brut is a non-vintage sparkling white wine from Champagne Tribaut Schloesser, a family-owned estate founded in 1929. Managed by the fourth generation, the winery is situated in Romery, within the Champagne AOC, drawing from vineyards in the Montagne de Reims and Marne Valley. The Cuvée René is distinguished by its extensive aging period of 6 to 8 years on lees, contributing to its complex profile. The estate's vineyards are characterized by clay-limestone soils and south/southeast-facing exposures, with a commitment to sustainable viticulture.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Vineyards are managed with HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) certification.
Fact 02
Organic certification is currently in progress.
Fact 03
Reserve wines are aged in foudres and barrels, a signature of the house.
Fact 04
The winery combines traditional presses with modern innovation.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Tribaut Cuvée René Extra Brut follows traditional Champagne winemaking protocols. Base wines are fermented, likely with a portion undergoing malolactic fermentation. The wine then undergoes secondary fermentation in the bottle, followed by an extended aging period of 6 to 8 years on lees. This prolonged contact with yeast sediment is a key technique used by the producer. Reserve wines, a component of the blend, are aged in foudres and barrels, contributing to the wine's complexity. The winery utilizes two presses with a capacity of 8,000 kg each in its vinification process.
