Etienne Calsac
Champagne 1er Cru Blanc de Blancs Les Rocheforts Extra Brut
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Premier Crus Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Chardonnay |
| Aging | Aged in barriques (50%) and stainless steel tanks (50%). |
- Grape variety and style: 100% Chardonnay, Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru, Extra Brut
- Terroir: Les Rocheforts vineyard in Bisseuil, chalky soil, east-facing exposure
- Vinification: spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts, unfiltered
- Ageing: half in wood and half in stainless steel for a balance between structure and freshness
- Taste and pairings: fine perlage, fruity and mineral notes; ideal with fish dishes and sushi
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Champagne 1er Cru Blanc de Blancs Les Rocheforts Extra Brut by Etienne Calsac is produced following the strict Traditional Method. This Champagne appears in the glass with a bright golden yellow hue, a pure expression of Chardonnay, and is crossed by a fine and continuous perlage. On the nose, it reveals clear fruity notes that introduce a fresh, balanced and persistent palate. The pronounced minerality that characterises this Premier Cru makes it the ideal companion to enhance refined seafood dishes, shellfish, sushi and soft cheeses.
Where it comes from
This single-vineyard cuvée originates from the specific Les Rocheforts plot, located in Bisseuil, in the heart of the Grande Vallée de la Marne. The terroir benefits from a favourable eastern exposure and is distinguished by a soil characterised by a deep outcrop of chalk. This geological composition is the central element that defines the flavour profile, giving this Blanc de Blancs a vibrant tension. The chalky soil enhances the natural freshness of the Chardonnay, delivering a clear and highly elegant territorial profile.
How it is produced
Etienne Calsac's approach in the cellar favours spontaneous fermentation activated exclusively by indigenous yeasts. The vinification phase and subsequent ageing take place half in oak barrels and half in stainless steel tanks, a deliberate choice to balance complex structure and aromatic precision. The wine undergoes neither filtration nor fining, preserving the original authenticity of the fruit. With a final Extra Brut dosage, the palate finishes with a pleasant and decisive persistence.
History and Curiosities
This prestigious single-vineyard cuvée originates in the Premier Cru of Bisseuil, where pure Chardonnay thrives on valuable chalk outcrops. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts and maturation, divided equally between oak barriques and stainless steel, enhance the authenticity of the terroir without resorting to filtration. In the glass, it shines as a golden yellow Extra Brut with a fine perlage, where pronounced minerality and fresh fruity notes elegantly accompany refined fish dishes, shellfish, sushi, and soft cheeses.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
| Name | Etienne Calsac Champagne 1er Cru Blanc de Blancs Les Rocheforts 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 | 100% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Etienne Calsac |
| Story | History and Curiosities This prestigious single-vineyard cuvée originates in the Premier Cru of Bisseuil, where pure Chardonnay thrives on valuable chalk outcrops. Spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts and maturation, divided equally between oak barriques and stainless steel, enhance the authenticity of the terroir without resorting to filtration. In the glass, it shines as a golden yellow Extra Brut with a fine perlage, where pronounced minerality and fresh fruity notes elegantly accompany refined fish dishes, shellfish, sushi, and soft cheeses. |
| Origin | Bisseuil, Grande Vallée de la Marna |
| Soil composition | Gypsum outcrop |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Spontaneous fermentation. No filtration or fining. Ageing and vinification in barriques (50%) and stainless steel tanks (50%). |
| Aging | Aged in barriques (50%) and stainless steel tanks (50%). |
| Residual sugar | 2.0 gr/L |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |