Geoffroy 'Rosé de Saignée' Brut 1er Cru, Champagne, France NV
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Champagne Geoffroy, a family-owned estate with roots dating back to the 17th century, is renowned for its meticulous craftsmanship and commitment to expressing the unique terroir of Cumières. Their 'Rosé de Saignée' Brut 1er Cru is a distinctive rosé Champagne made using the traditional saignée method, resulting in a wine of remarkable depth and character.
- WINEMAKER: Jean-Baptiste Geoffroy
- FARMING: Practicing organic
- VARIETY: 100% Pinot Noir
- TERROIR: Premier Cru vineyards in Cumières, characterized by clay and sandstone soils with deep chalk subsoils
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested and sorted; maceration with immersed cap in open oak vats for 3-4 days; fermented and aged in enameled stainless steel tanks; malolactic fermentation is avoided
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AGING: Aged 42 months on the lees; disgorged in January 2023; dosage of 4 g/L
- TASTING NOTES: Displays a ruby red hue with aromas of rose, wild strawberry, raspberry, and blackberry; on the palate, it offers intense and well-delineated flavors supported by a moderately firm mousse, leading to a clean and pleasantly dry finish with a subtle saline character
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Pairs harmoniously with noble seafood such as pan-fried scallops, lobster, or crawfish; also complements lightly roasted duck breast with peaches; for dessert, consider a peach soup accompanied by strawberries
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SCORES:
- Vinous: 94 points
The 'Rosé de Saignée' Brut 1er Cru exemplifies Champagne Geoffroy's dedication to traditional methods and terroir expression, offering a vibrant and complex rosé Champagne experience.
Champagne Geoffroy, a family-owned estate with roots dating back to the 17th century, is renowned for its meticulous craftsmanship and commitment to expressing the unique terroir of Cumières. Their 'Rosé de Saignée' Brut 1er Cru is a distinctive rosé Champagne made using the traditional saignée method, resulting in a wine of remarkable depth and character.
- WINEMAKER: Jean-Baptiste Geoffroy
- FARMING: Practicing organic
- VARIETY: 100% Pinot Noir
- TERROIR: Premier Cru vineyards in Cumières, characterized by clay and sandstone soils with deep chalk subsoils
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested and sorted; maceration with immersed cap in open oak vats for 3-4 days; fermented and aged in enameled stainless steel tanks; malolactic fermentation is avoided
-
AGING: Aged 42 months on the lees; disgorged in January 2023; dosage of 4 g/L
- TASTING NOTES: Displays a ruby red hue with aromas of rose, wild strawberry, raspberry, and blackberry; on the palate, it offers intense and well-delineated flavors supported by a moderately firm mousse, leading to a clean and pleasantly dry finish with a subtle saline character
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Pairs harmoniously with noble seafood such as pan-fried scallops, lobster, or crawfish; also complements lightly roasted duck breast with peaches; for dessert, consider a peach soup accompanied by strawberries
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SCORES:
- Vinous: 94 points
The 'Rosé de Saignée' Brut 1er Cru exemplifies Champagne Geoffroy's dedication to traditional methods and terroir expression, offering a vibrant and complex rosé Champagne experience.
Champagne Geoffroy, a family-owned estate with roots dating back to the 17th century, is renowned for its meticulous craftsmanship and commitment to expressing the unique terroir of Cumières. Their 'Rosé de Saignée' Brut 1er Cru is a distinctive rosé Champagne made using the traditional saignée method, resulting in a wine of remarkable depth and character.
- WINEMAKER: Jean-Baptiste Geoffroy
- FARMING: Practicing organic
- VARIETY: 100% Pinot Noir
- TERROIR: Premier Cru vineyards in Cumières, characterized by clay and sandstone soils with deep chalk subsoils
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested and sorted; maceration with immersed cap in open oak vats for 3-4 days; fermented and aged in enameled stainless steel tanks; malolactic fermentation is avoided
-
AGING: Aged 42 months on the lees; disgorged in January 2023; dosage of 4 g/L
- TASTING NOTES: Displays a ruby red hue with aromas of rose, wild strawberry, raspberry, and blackberry; on the palate, it offers intense and well-delineated flavors supported by a moderately firm mousse, leading to a clean and pleasantly dry finish with a subtle saline character
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Pairs harmoniously with noble seafood such as pan-fried scallops, lobster, or crawfish; also complements lightly roasted duck breast with peaches; for dessert, consider a peach soup accompanied by strawberries
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SCORES:
- Vinous: 94 points
The 'Rosé de Saignée' Brut 1er Cru exemplifies Champagne Geoffroy's dedication to traditional methods and terroir expression, offering a vibrant and complex rosé Champagne experience.
Champagne Geoffroy, a family-owned estate with roots dating back to the 17th century, is renowned for its meticulous craftsmanship and commitment to expressing the unique terroir of Cumières. Their 'Rosé de Saignée' Brut 1er Cru is a distinctive rosé Champagne made using the traditional saignée method, resulting in a wine of remarkable depth and character.
- WINEMAKER: Jean-Baptiste Geoffroy
- FARMING: Practicing organic
- VARIETY: 100% Pinot Noir
- TERROIR: Premier Cru vineyards in Cumières, characterized by clay and sandstone soils with deep chalk subsoils
- VINIFICATION: Hand-harvested and sorted; maceration with immersed cap in open oak vats for 3-4 days; fermented and aged in enameled stainless steel tanks; malolactic fermentation is avoided
-
AGING: Aged 42 months on the lees; disgorged in January 2023; dosage of 4 g/L
- TASTING NOTES: Displays a ruby red hue with aromas of rose, wild strawberry, raspberry, and blackberry; on the palate, it offers intense and well-delineated flavors supported by a moderately firm mousse, leading to a clean and pleasantly dry finish with a subtle saline character
- FOOD PAIRINGS: Pairs harmoniously with noble seafood such as pan-fried scallops, lobster, or crawfish; also complements lightly roasted duck breast with peaches; for dessert, consider a peach soup accompanied by strawberries
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SCORES:
- Vinous: 94 points
The 'Rosé de Saignée' Brut 1er Cru exemplifies Champagne Geoffroy's dedication to traditional methods and terroir expression, offering a vibrant and complex rosé Champagne experience.