Rene Geoffroy Champagne 1er Cru Brut Rose de Saignee NV followed by a palate full

followed by a palate full of fresh apple and tangerine flavours with creamy wood touches

This 100% Chardonnay cuvée (from a tiny parcel called Monts Ferrés à Voipreux) is normally a 50/50 blend of 2 vintages and is vinified without adding sulfur and with zero dosage

this wine is quite delicious on its own but could stand up to the likes of pulled pork shoulder with blueberry bar b q sauce or Grass-fed Beef Stroganoff

The fruit was picked in the cool of the morning and processed using anaerobic techniques

Particules Crayeuses is Waris-Larmandier’s flagship Blanc de Blancs cuvée

Rene Geoffroy Champagne 1er Cru Brut Rose de Saignee NV followed by a palate fullAs a preamble the ruby red hue of this Ros de Saigne is a pleasure for the eyes. The nose of this Champagne is a spring bouquet: rose, wild strawberry, raspberry and later blackberry combine perfectly to offer aromas, which would not be expected in a conventional ros Champagne. The mouth follows on from the nose, and, thanks to the structure of the Pinot Noir, the vinosity of the finish is compellin. Because of this freshness, this Ros de Saigne