Lete-Vautrain Champagne Brut Cote 204 NV 150cl

Bottle notes

This 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 Meunier is particularly happy on the limestone slopes of the Marne Valley, where you’ll find the 8 neat hectares of the Lété-Vautrain vineyard (established by the husband-and-wife team whose surnames grace the label). So, it’s no surprise that fruity Meunier makes up 50% of the blend of the Brut 204, with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay splitting the other half.

This stunning magnum is a very happy combo, with layers of soft, succulent apples, peaches and apricots held up on an elegant shard of zesty acidity. The finish is ripe and round with gentle dried-fruit hints. A delicious, easy-drinking aperitif with enough complexity to keep you interested right through to the last glass. Vegan-friendly too!

Tasting Note

A fresh and elegant first bouquet, followed by a palate of succulent apple, peach, and apricot. The well-balanced palate is characterised by a complex sensation which is both full-bodied and fresh. The finish is long with hints of dried fruits.

Details

Country: France

Region: Champagne

Alcohol: 12.5% VOL

Grape: Pinot Meunier 50%, Chardonnay 25%, Pinot Noir 25%

Size: 150cl