Pierre Paillard, Ludes Premier Cru, Montagne de Reims Extra-Brut, Champagne, 2019

$163.00

Expanding their mastery beyond Bouzy, the Paillard family crafts this exceptional Premier Cru from the village of Ludes in the Montagne de Reims. This cuvée highlights the distinct character of Pinot Meunier grown in the region's complex clay and limestone soils, offering a beautiful contrast to their traditional Grand Cru releases. Cultivated with deep respect for the vineyard ecosystem, the grapes are gently pressed and vinified with minimal intervention to preserve their delicate aromatics. The wine is highly expressive and textured, unfolding with notes of ripe orchard fruit, subtle baking spice, and white flowers, supported by a precise, mineral-driven finish. Varietal: Pinot Meunier Appellation: Champagne Premier Cru, France Farming: Sustainable Style: Sparkling. Dry, expressive and textured

Expanding their mastery beyond Bouzy, the Paillard family crafts this exceptional Premier Cru from the village of Ludes in the Montagne de Reims. This cuvée highlights the distinct character of Pinot Meunier grown in the region's complex clay and limestone soils, offering a beautiful contrast to their traditional Grand Cru releases. Cultivated with deep respect for the vineyard ecosystem, the grapes are gently pressed and vinified with minimal intervention to preserve their delicate aromatics. The wine is highly expressive and textured, unfolding with notes of ripe orchard fruit, subtle baking spice, and white flowers, supported by a precise, mineral-driven finish. Varietal: Pinot Meunier Appellation: Champagne Premier Cru, France Farming: Sustainable Style: Sparkling. Dry, expressive and textured