Description
“The original and some would suggest the best of the Biodynamic Champagnes (certified by Ecocert and accredited to Demeter and Biodyvin), Champagne Fleury is based in the less than entirely fashionable Cote des Bars and excels in the production of Pinot Noir” – Berry Brothers & Rudd
Champagne Fleury was founded in 1895 by patriarch, Jean-Pierre Fleury, in the Cote des Bars in the southern reaches of the Champagne region.
Jean-Pierre was a pioneer of biodynamic farming in Champagne, converting his first seven acre plot in 1989 before having all of his vineyards certified by 1992. He was the first in the region to gain certification and has done much for promoting the more sustainable farming practices that many of the best growers now adopt. The great thing about them is that they have been biodynamic for so long that the vines have now gained maturity under the natural inclinations of this rigorous regime.
The Fleury vineyards are planted 90% to Pinot Noir, making for more powerful, fuller-bodied styles of Champagne, but Jean-Pierre’s craftsmanship in the cellar sees his cuvees retain pristine elegance and vibrancy.
The fruit for this cuvee comes from well exposed and warmer sites giving full maturity to the fruit. This wine is only made in great years and is in fact a vintage wine. The current release is the 2015 vintage. The dosage is decided in function of the taste to create a balanced wine and most year’s there is zero dosage due to the fruit generosity. 100% Pinot Noir. Age of vines: 28 years. Rose de saignee method: grapes have been macerated with skins for a short period before pressing. Winemaking in thermo-regulated tanks and wooden foudres for reserve wines(solera). Ageing 3-5y before bottling. Malolactic fermentation.
“The highlight of the estate of the godfather of biodynamics in Champagne, this is a refreshing rosé of pink peppercorns, rose petals, pomegranates and red cherries. It’s full and fruity on the front and vibrant, crunchy and dry on the end. Great value springtime champagne.” – Tyson Stelzer
93 points James Suckling “Plenty of vinous red-cherry, berry and plum aromas, smelling really fresh. The palate has supple, crisp and open-knit, fleshy-fruit appeal with a succulent, fleshy cherry finish.”
RRP $180 Special price $134.99 when you buy 6 or more in any dozen LIMITED
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