Extra-Brut les Vignes d'Autrefois 2016

Les Vignes d'Autrefois is a single-variety Pinot Meunier from Laherte, grown on plots planted between 1947 and 1953. Several generations have tended these old vines, and the champagne sees itself as a homage to them and to the grape. The work follows traditional, sustainable methods with an organic influence. The grapes are picked by hand at optimum ripeness. The 2016 vintage is made as an Extra Brut and is correspondingly dry.

Meunier stands for fruitiness and a soft texture, and old vines usually add concentration and depth. That makes this champagne a distinctive voice for a grape that otherwise often disappears into the blend. Serve it at 9 to 11 °C in a white wine glass with a generous bowl so the aromas can unfold. It goes well with sushi and raw fish, and works just as well as an aperitif.