COLOUR
Rosé
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
2016
GRAPE
Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Geoffroy
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium - Full
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
Champagne Geoffroy Rosé de Saignée 2016 is a 100% Pinot Noir rosé Champagne from the Premier Cru sites of the Vallée de la Marne. The Geoffroy family has a winemaking history dating back to the 17th century, with the current generation emphasizing sustainable viticulture and traditional techniques. This specific bottling utilizes the saignée method for color and flavor extraction. The vineyards are situated on clay-limestone and chalky soils, contributing to the wine's character.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
€63
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
YES
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
7-11°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
The 'saignée' method translates to 'bleeding' and involves drawing off juice after a period of skin contact.
Fact 02
Geoffroy's vines average 20 years old, with some dating back to 1926.
Fact 03
The estate focuses on biodiversity and avoids chemical treatments in its vineyards.
Fact 04
Wines typically do not undergo malolactic fermentation to preserve acidity.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
Champagne Geoffroy Rosé de Saignée 2016 is produced from 100% Pinot Noir grapes. The defining technique is the 'saignée' method, where grape skins are macerated with the juice to achieve color and flavor. Fermentation occurs in a blend of enameled tanks and neutral barrels. Malolactic fermentation is generally avoided to maintain acidity. The wine is aged for a minimum of three years on its lees in the cellar, developing complexity and texture. The estate practices sustainable viticulture, focusing on biodiversity and avoiding chemical inputs.
