Champagne Vollereaux Zero Dosage Blanc de Noirs Brut Nature NV

About the Winery: Founded in 1805, Champagne Vollereaux now owns nearly 40 hectares (100 acres) covering 13 villages of Coteaux Sud d’Epernay in the Marne Valley of Champagne. This includes Pierry, a Premier Cru classified village. Represented by Helene and Franck Vollereaux, the 6th generation continues a two-century-old legacy of family ownership and management. Frank is the winemaker, Helene manages tourism, and their uncle, Jean-Marie Vollereaux, is the vineyard manager. Concerned to the environmental issues of today and tomorrow, and the well-being of their consumers, the family is committed to thoughtful stewardship of its vineyards, and remaining a family-owned company. Type: Sparkling Wine Country: France Region: Champagne Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir Viticulture: HVE Level 3 Climate: Dual climate subject to both continental and oceanic influences Terroir: Vines are 40 years old on average Winemaking: Vinified with grapes from 3 previous vintages to create an even fuller and more aromatic Champagne. Aged 4 years on the lees, with no sugar added Color: Medium deep gold with fine young bubbles Nose: Rather elegant nose with discreet fruit, citrus, peach and some chalky notes, more on the Chardonnay side Palate: Medium bodied palate, bone dry with a fresh acidity underneath, a slight citrusy bitterness/fine extract, youthful fruit with a creamy and rather long finish