Barbier-Louvet is a very small family owned champagne winery from Tauxières Mutry, Premier cru & Grand Cru.
« Champagne Barbier-Louvet Père et Fils » (Barbier & sons) has been established for 6 generations. The village of 240 inhabitants with both winegrowing and farming activities, is located in the heart of the Champagne vineyards, 15kms away from Epernay and 20 kms in the South of Reims.
The vineyard is located on the Southern slope of the « Montagne de Reims » ( Reims Mountains), in the « Côte des Noirs ». The family has owned the vineyards for generations and their champagnes are exclusively made from grapes grown in their own vineyards.
Every step of the champagne making process is carried out by the family it self and by hand. Therefore they can guarantee the exceptional quality.
Champagne Cuvée d'Ensemble - Prestige Grand Cru
Hachette Wine Guide selection in 2009-2014-2016 with 2 stars
PRESENTATION
Prestige Grand Cru, A blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in Grand Cru from our Bouzy Barber Louvet terroir
SOIL
Chalky – clayey – Vignoble Bouzy, Ay, Louvois 100%
GRAPE VARIETY
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
BLEND
Blend of 60% Pinot Noir and 40% Chardonnay as first press or cuvée. Blend of 40-50% of reserve wines.
AGEING BEFORE SALE
Minimum of 18 months in the cellar.
TASTING NOTES
To the eye: Pale yellow robe.
In the nose: Dominant white fruit, apple, pear, slight grapefruit note.
In the mouth: Generous, invigorating Champagne, zesty white fruits.
Food pairing: This champagne will be enjoyed during your aperitifs, cocktails and starters and with foie gras.
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