COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Maison Frerejean Frères
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
Tannins
Low
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Maison Frerejean Frères was founded in 2005 in the Grand Cru village of Avize by the three Frerejean-Taittinger brothers: Guillaume, Richard, and Rodolphe. The brothers carry a unique dual heritage, descending from both the historic Frerejean master metalworkers who supplied Napoleon's army and the legendary Taittinger Champagne family. Operating independently, the estate focuses on treating Champagne as a great still wine first, prioritizing low dosage, sourcing exclusively from Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, and championing exceptionally long lees aging. The house is highly regarded in the culinary world and serves as the official Champagne partner of the Michelin Guide awards.
ALCOHOL
12.5%
AVG. PRICE
€80
STYLE
Classic
VEGAN
YES
SULPHITES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The founders descend from both Napoleon's master cannon-forgers and the legendary Taittinger Champagne family.
Fact 02
This cuvée is aged on its lees for a minimum of six years, far exceeding the legal Champagne requirement of 15 months.
Fact 03
Maison Frerejean Frères is the official Champagne partner of the prestigious Michelin Star awards ceremonies.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Crafted using the traditional method, this Champagne is a blend of 60% Grand Cru Chardonnay from Cramant and Chouilly, and 40% Premier Cru Pinot Noir from Mareuil-sur-Aÿ. A defining feature of the process is the inclusion of 12% still Pinot Noir red wine, which is aged in oak barrels for one year to introduce subtle micro-oxygenation and structural roundness before blending. Following secondary fermentation, the wine undergoes an extensive aging process on its lees in the cellars of Avize for a minimum of six years (and up to eight years for some disgorgements) before being finished with a low dosage of approximately 6.5 grams per liter.
