J-M Sélèque 'Solessence Rosé' Extra Brut, Champagne, France NV
Regular price
$104.00
Pickup available at DECANT Napa - 2999 Solano, Napa, CA
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J-M Sélèque, located in the Coteaux Sud dÉpernay, is run by Jean-Marc Sélèque, who took over the family domaine in 2008. The estate focuses on terroir-driven Champagnes, and since Jean-Marcs leadership, the vineyards have been cultivated without herbicides.
- Winemaker: Jean-Marc Sélèque
- Farming: Sustainable, no herbicides used
- Variety: 45% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Meunier, 15% Pinot Noir
- Terroir: Sourced from seven villages, including Pierry and Moussy, with soils rich in chalk and flint
- Vinification: Fermented in a combination of stainless steel and oak barrels. The wine undergoes full malolactic fermentation, with some of the blend aged in a perpetual reserve system, and a dosage of 2g/L
- Aging: Aged for a minimum of 18 months on the lees
- Tasting Note: Aromas of strawberry, cherry, and citrus with hints of baking spices and chalk. The palate is vibrant and refreshing, with a delicate balance of fruit, minerality, and a touch of saline on the finish
- Scores: 90-93 points from various critics, known for its elegance and complexity
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Pairing Suggestions:
- Meaty fish like salmon or tuna
- Pork dishes
- Soft cheeses
Regular price
$104.00
J-M Sélèque, located in the Coteaux Sud dÉpernay, is run by Jean-Marc Sélèque, who took over the family domaine in 2008. The estate focuses on terroir-driven Champagnes, and since Jean-Marcs leadership, the vineyards have been cultivated without herbicides.
- Winemaker: Jean-Marc Sélèque
- Farming: Sustainable, no herbicides used
- Variety: 45% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Meunier, 15% Pinot Noir
- Terroir: Sourced from seven villages, including Pierry and Moussy, with soils rich in chalk and flint
- Vinification: Fermented in a combination of stainless steel and oak barrels. The wine undergoes full malolactic fermentation, with some of the blend aged in a perpetual reserve system, and a dosage of 2g/L
- Aging: Aged for a minimum of 18 months on the lees
- Tasting Note: Aromas of strawberry, cherry, and citrus with hints of baking spices and chalk. The palate is vibrant and refreshing, with a delicate balance of fruit, minerality, and a touch of saline on the finish
- Scores: 90-93 points from various critics, known for its elegance and complexity
-
Pairing Suggestions:
- Meaty fish like salmon or tuna
- Pork dishes
- Soft cheeses