Mousse Fils
Champagne l'Esquisse Extra Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 70% Pinot Meunier, 30% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Aged for an average of 18 months on the lees |
- Blend Blanc de Noirs: 70% Pinot Meunier and 30% Pinot Noir, non-vintage
- Extra Brut style: dosage of 2 g/l for a dry, direct and lively taste
- Traditional method: 18 months ageing on the lees for a fine and persistent perlage
- Origin and soils: Cuisles and surrounding areas, green clays on calcareous marl
- Serving and pairings: serve at 6–8 °C with aperitifs, shellfish, fish and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Champagne l’Esquisse Extra Brut by Moussé Fils is a refined Blanc de Noirs from the prestigious French region. This wine is created from a meticulous blend of Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir grapes, crafted according to the strict Traditional Method to ensure a fine and persistent perlage. On the palate, it reveals a distinctly fruity profile, supported by a dry and lively sip, characteristic of the Extra Brut dosage. The technical choice to carry out malolactic fermentation defines an essential and very fresh style, making this label ideal to enjoy in its youth for its perfect balance of flavours.
Where it comes from
The grapes selected for Champagne l’Esquisse come exclusively from young plots located in the villages of Cuisles, Jonquery and Châtillon-sur-Marne. In these historic areas, Moussé Fils cultivates vineyards on soils dominated by green clays over a solid base of calcareous marl. This specific soil composition gives the Champagne pronounced acidity and remarkable gustatory tension, lending it a linear and dry character. The enhancement of Pinot Meunier finds in this particular calcareous-clay terroir the optimal conditions to express a vibrant fruity purity, reflecting the expertise handed down through four generations of winemakers.
How it is produced
Production begins with meticulous manual harvesting in small crates, essential for preserving the integrity of the bunches. After pressing, the must undergoes malolactic fermentation to harmonise the wine’s profile before the prise de mousse. This is followed by ageing for about 18 months on the lees, a carefully calibrated period to enrich the structure without weighing down the natural freshness of the raw material. Thanks to a very low dosage, the result is a clean, direct and vertical sip. Served at a temperature between 6 and 8°C, this wine is excellent with shellfish and lean fish, as well as delicate cheeses and refined aperitifs.
History and Curiosities
Founded in 1923, the Moussé Fils house combines the expertise of four generations with a deep passion for Pinot Meunier. L’Esquisse was created to showcase the estate’s youngest plots, located on soils of green clay and limestone marl. Thanks to a rigorous manual harvest, malolactic fermentation, and a meticulous ageing on the lees for 18 months, an elegant traditional method Extra Brut is born. This authentic non-vintage Blanc de Noirs offers a lively and pure sip, fully reflecting the vibrant tradition of the estate.
Tasting notes
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1923
| Name | Mousse Fils Champagne l'Esquisse Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Type | White classic method sparkling wine extra brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 70% Pinot Meunier, 30% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Mousse Fils |
| Story | History and Curiosities Founded in 1923, the Moussé Fils house combines the expertise of four generations with a deep passion for Pinot Meunier. L’Esquisse was created to showcase the estate’s youngest plots, located on soils of green clay and limestone marl. Thanks to a rigorous manual harvest, malolactic fermentation, and a meticulous ageing on the lees for 18 months, an elegant traditional method Extra Brut is born. This authentic non-vintage Blanc de Noirs offers a lively and pure sip, fully reflecting the vibrant tradition of the estate. |
| Origin | Cuisles, Jonquery, Châtillon-sur-Marne |
| Soil composition | 90% green clays on calcareous marls |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Malolactic fermentation; ageing on average 18 months on the lees. |
| Aging | Aged for an average of 18 months on the lees |
| Residual sugar | 2.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |