Extra Brut Premier Cru Blanc de Noirs

This Blanc de Noirs from Lombard's Signature range is 100% Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Reims, more precisely from Chigny-les-Roses and Rilly-la-Montagne. The vines stand on clay over a chalky subsoil, which gives the wine a chalky, mineral texture. The growers aged 60% of the wines in stainless steel tank and the rest in oak barrel. Freshness thus meets a delicate patina.

The nose shows white peach, apple blossom, a touch of vanilla and dry chalk. On the palate the champagne feels deep, round and full, yet stays balanced. The long finale carries an iodine note. It pairs as well with terrines, poultry and shellfish as with cheese such as Chaource or Langres. Pour it at 9 to 11 °C in a large white wine glass so it can open up.