COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2018
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Champagne Larnaudie-Hirault
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Le Mont Ferré Extra Brut Millésime 2018 is a single-vineyard cuvée from Champagne Larnaudie-Hirault, a family-owned estate in the Premier Cru village of Trois-Puits in the Montagne de Reims. The 2018 vintage is noted for its quality, contributing to the wine's structure. The estate is actively pursuing organic viticulture. This wine represents a specific terroir expression from the 'Le Mont Ferré' plot.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€70
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Single-vineyard expression from 'Le Mont Ferré' plot.
Fact 02
Estate is in conversion to organic viticulture.
Fact 03
Limited production of only 840 bottles.
Fact 04
Described as a 'scent bomb' and 'dangerously drinkable'.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Le Mont Ferré Extra Brut Millésime 2018 is produced by Champagne Larnaudie-Hirault. Base wines are fermented partly in stainless steel and partly in barriques. Secondary fermentation occurs in the bottle, followed by aging on lees for a minimum of three years. The dosage is 3 g/l, classifying it as Extra Brut. The estate is in conversion to organic viticulture and holds HVE and VDC certifications.
