Pinot Meunier
Pinot meunier or more simply meunier is a red grape variety originating from France, which is grown in the Champagne region. Together with pinot noir and chardonnay it is the basis of the classic Champagne cuvées. Its name derives from the French term "miller" and emphasizes the presence of abundant white bloom on its skin. It is grown mainly in the Vallé de la Marne area and gives the blends the characteristic fruity notes, which help to give a softer profile to the Champagne bouquet. In Italy it is little cultivated and is rarely used in small percentages by some producers of Trento DOC.
Champagne AOC Extra Brut 4 Éléments Pinot Meunier La Grosse Pierre 2018 Huré Frères
The Champagne 4 Eléments Pinot Meunier La Grosse Pierre by Huré Frères comes from the Lieu-Dit Le Grosse Pierre, a terroir with soil rich in clay and layers of chalk, located in the Premier Cru of Ludes. These historic vineyards, planted in 1963, give the wine a unique depth and character, enhanced by careful viticulture that respects the territory.
The fermentation and refinement of this champagne take place in demi-muids, a method that preserves and accentuates the natural qualities of Meunier,...
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