Georges Laval Cumieres Premier Cru Brut Nature, Champagne, France (2022) Forman punchdowns during fermentation

punchdowns during fermentation

with over 14% comprising a natural park packed with lush vegetation

Located in the Santa Cruz Mountains

This wine has always been about the result and not the components

2011 Antonio Vallana e Figlio

Georges Laval Cumieres Premier Cru Brut Nature, Champagne, France (2022) Forman punchdowns during fermentationGeorges Laval, an early organic pioneer in the Cte des Blancs, crafts this terroir first Champagne from Premier Cru vineyards in Cumires. The base wine is fermented in neutral oak with native yeasts, aged on lees for approximately 18 months, and disgorged with zero dosage. Its a blend of roughly 55% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay, and 10% Pinot Meunier sourced from old vine, south facing plots. The palate is precise and energetic, framed by citrus, chalky