2018, Champagne, Lelarge-Pugeot Nature et Non Dosé 1er Cru

Style: A precise and chiselled Champagne with invigorating citrus fruit flavours.

About the Winery: Champagne Lelarge-Pugeot is a boutique, organic grower based in Vrigny, a Premier Cru village. The family has been making wine since 1789. They practice biodynamic principles and were certified organic in 2013, focusing on minimal intervention to express the pure essence of terroir.

Grape Variety: 50% Chardonnay – offers elegance, crispness, citrus and green apple notes with chalky minerality, tension, and finesse; 50% Pinot Noir – contributes structure, red berry and red apple fruit, gentle spice, and depth with fine phenolic grip.

Appearance: Clear, with fine bubbles.

Aroma: Funky aromas of hazelnut with a smoky tang.

Palate: A mouth-watering palate with invigorating citrus fruit flavours, supported by mineral undertones and crisp apple notes, leading to a palate cleansing and saline finish.

Body: Medium body, offering a balanced and elegant structure with a precise and pure finish.

Acidity: High acidity, providing a crisp and refreshing character that cleanses the palate.

Cellaring Potential: Short (2–5 yrs), can be enjoyed now or aged for a few years to develop further complexity.

Perfect Pairing: Seafood, Poultry, Cheese.

Serving Temperature: 8–10°C.

The information on this wine is correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of publication. This information may be subject to change.