{"product_id":"roland-boulard-filles-la-passion-de-laurine-extra-brut-champagne-france-nv","title":"Roland Boulard 'La Passion de Laurine' Extra Brut, Champagne, France NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFounded in the 1970s by Roland Boulard and now led by his daughter Nathalie Barizet and her husband Benoît, Champagne Roland Boulard \u0026amp; Filles is an independent, family-run récoltant-manipulant based in Cormicy, north of Reims. The estate's nearly 10 hectares span two distinct terroirs: the Massif de Saint-Thierry, where the domaine is centered, and parcels in the Marne Valley, Château-Thierry, and Mailly-Champagne. The third generation joined in 2019 when Laurine — the eldest of Nathalie and Benoît's three daughters — returned after studies in viticulture and international trade. 'La Passion de Laurine' is named for her, the first cuvée to bear a daughter's name and one that reflects her temperament: structured, driven, and layered. The house specializes in Meunier-driven blends and places emphasis on precision in assemblage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWINEMAKER:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nathalie and Benoît Barizet, with Laurine Barizet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFARMING:\u003c\/strong\u003e Certified High Environmental Value Level 3 (HVE-3); adherent to the Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne charter. Natural organic fertilizers used; pesticide use limited; cover cropping practiced to support biodiversity. Member of Vignerons Indépendants de Champagne.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVARIETY:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40% Pinot Meunier, 40% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTERROIR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vineyards centered on the Massif de Saint-Thierry, a sub-region north of Reims characterized by sandy clay soils over limestone — a notably different profile from the chalk-dominant Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims. The house also draws from plots in Cormicy, Hermonville, and Neuville-aux-Larris, as well as Mailly-Champagne Grand Cru. Base vintage: 2019.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVINIFICATION:\u003c\/strong\u003e Only the \u003cem\u003ecuvée\u003c\/em\u003e (first-press juice) is used. Fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks; alcoholic fermentation with selected yeasts; malolactic fermentation completed. Reserve wines represent 15% of the blend, with those reserves having been aged in oak barrels. Pre-bottling élevage of a minimum of 7 months. Dosage: 5.50 g\/L (Extra Brut). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAGING:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 4 years on the lees prior to disgorgement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTASTING NOTES:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep gold with a fine, persistent bead. The nose is expressive, with tropical fruit, toasted brioche, and a thread of spice from the oak-aged reserves. The palate is ample and textured — creamy mousse framing notes of ripe orchard fruit and evolved complexity — with firm underlying acidity providing structure and length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFOOD PAIRINGS:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aperitif; coq au vin and other braised poultry dishes; aged semi-firm cheeses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSCORES: Decanter: 94 pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Roland Boulard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43866407698498,"sku":null,"price":65.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0596\/1023\/4946\/files\/BOULAND_4048318b-d3bf-4354-8019-4b61863bf156.png?v=1781732737","url":"https:\/\/decantnapa.com\/products\/roland-boulard-filles-la-passion-de-laurine-extra-brut-champagne-france-nv","provider":"DECANT Napa Bottle Shop \u0026 Bar","version":"1.0","type":"link"}