"Quinte Essence" Extra Brut (Sparkling) 2010

This stylish blend of Pinot Meunier 66% and Chardonnay 34% from the 2009 vintage is dedicated to the creativity of chefs and a result of all of the flavours and aromas that nature offers us. With over 10 years of ageing, Quinte Essence offers an intense richness and mineral freshness.

Terroir: Chalk, Clay, Silex, Gritstone (Pierre Meulière)

Age of vines: 45 years old.

Vinification: Grapes are hand-picked // The first alcoholic fermentation takes place in an enamelled steel vat // Indigenous yeasts only // Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir are fermented separately // Wines are blended together after fermentation // No fining // No filtration // No acidification // The second fermentation happens in bottle. Champagne is kept 11.5 years on yeast (sur latte).

Dosage: Zero-dosage

Match it with: Porchetta.