Champagne Thierry Triolet Brut NV

$39.99

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Alcohol: 12%

Grapes: 75% Chardonnay and 25% Pinot Noir

Localization: Bethon, Cotes de Sezanne, Champagne, France

Tasting Notes: Light yellow. Vibrant, mineral-accented aromas of fresh citrus and orchard fruits, with suave floral and candied ginger notes adding complexity. Fleshy and broad on entry, then tighter in the mid-palate, offering juicy green apple and orange zest flavors and a touch of white pepper. Closes silky and smoky, with good clarity and length.

Food pairing: Shellfish, lobster, and crab

The Domain: The Champagne house of Thierry Triolet is located in the village of Bethon. The vineyards in Bethon are part of the Côtes de Sezanne region of Champagne which begins about 20 miles southwest of Epernay and extends southward from the town of Sezanne. Geologically, this narrow band of hills is a continuation of the more massive Côtes des Blancs. Traditionally,the Sezanne vineyards have been a source of excellent Chardonnay grapes for the large negociant Champagne houses to the north.

The Triolets are one of a growing number of families who have begun estate bottling their champagne over the last three decades. They own 11 hectares in and around the village of Bethon and almost all their vineyards are planted to Chardonnay. Thierry Triolet farms in accordance with the principles of sustainability and is certified both as “Level 3” Haute Valeur Envirnmentale and Viticulture Durable en Champagne. He is committed to having low yields and prunes accordingly. The pressing is done slowly at low pressure in a modern bladder press. Fermentations are then carried out in a variety of tanks. No barrels are used in fermentation or aging.

This champagne is blended from mature wines, usually from three different vintages which after blending are put in the bottle to rest for a minimum of two years on the lees. Dosage is 10g/l. This produces a floral yet richly textured house style. The dosage of 12 grams underscores the floral, “bel canto” nature of the cuvee.