NV Marie Courtin, Blanc de Noirs [Amphora 2020], Champagne, France Pradarolo fortified with brandy

fortified with brandy

Pinots - red and white - are arguably the most known grape type

and feminine

Grapes are destemmed and fermented in amphorae with ~2 weeks of maceration on the skins

The vines are pergola-trained

NV Marie Courtin, Blanc de Noirs [Amphora 2020], Champagne, France Pradarolo fortified with brandyAfter years of fermentations in tank, foudre and barrel, Dominique Moreau has ventured into the foray of amphora vinification and ageing. The Blanc de Noirs is 100% Pinot Noir grown in the kimmeridgian centric soils of Polisot. The resulting wine is deep and focused with penetrating bubbles and real staying power.