Lete-Vautrain Champagne Brut Cote 204 NV 150clThis is a Champagne from a small producer with vineyards based around the town of Ch Thierry and neighbouring village Essomes sur Marne. They farm from only 8 hectares. This is a combination of the lighter variety Pinot Meunier, topped up with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Champagne is as much about soil as sparkle. The three classic varieties of the region Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay each finds its own favoured spot to flourish. Pinot

This leans further toward the savory side throughout the finale

the wine undergoes fermentation in stainless steel

as both brothers have notable talent for winemaking in their own style

hazelnut and buttered toast aromas

in their words

and the wine is then aged for 3 years in oak barrels

The family 20ha family vineyard is 150 years old and is managed in certified organic production

while the reds adopt a classic Bordeaux style and austere tannins

harmoniously balanced with subtle oak

completed malolactic fermentation

100% native variety “Hondarrabi Zuri”

well-balanced flavours of dry