Coessens Champagne
Largillier Lieu Dit Extra Brut Millesime 2018
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | On the lees (resting on fine lees) |
- Origin and vintage: Champagne designation, Ville-sur-Arce, 2018 harvest, 0.75 l bottle
- Grape variety: Blanc de Noirs made from 100% Pinot Noir, sourced from the Largillier plot
- Extra Brut style: Very low dosage, 12.5% vol, dry and taut character
- Vinification: Stainless steel only, malolactic fermentation carried out, aged on fine lees
- Taste and aroma profile: Very fine perlage, rich entry, pronounced minerality and persistent finish
Description
What kind of wine it is
The Champagne Largillier Lieu Dit Extra Brut by Coessens is a rigorous Blanc de Noirs that enhances the essence of the Traditional Method. On tasting, it reveals itself with an elegant mousse and a persistent perlage, introducing a rich and fleshy attack on the palate. This profile of remarkable structure is balanced by a refreshing mineral imprint and a long finish. Its tasting qualities make it the ideal companion for refined dishes based on shellfish, roast poultry and soft cheeses.
Where it comes from
The Champagne originates from the lieu-dit Largillier, a precious plot in the commune of Ville-sur-Arce. Here, distinctive limestone soils are found, a fundamental geological element that gives the wine its profound mineral character. The choice to highlight a single vineyard allows the Pinot Noir to faithfully translate the terroir into a vertical and pure sip. The organic and sustainable viticultural approach promotes an exemplary balance between the pronounced structural component and a clear freshness.
How it is produced
Production begins with a selective harvest to pick the grapes at optimal ripeness. Vinification takes place exclusively in steel tanks, ensuring maximum expressive clarity before completing malolactic fermentation. The long ageing on fine lees, inspired by the Burgundian style, imparts complexity and volume. The subsequent prise de mousse, typical of the Traditional Method, concludes with a very light dosage, in true Extra Brut style, defining a taut, dry sip with remarkable ageing potential.
History and Curiosities
The Largillier Lieu-Dit Extra Brut Millésimé 2018 from Coessens originates from the parcel of the same name located in Ville-sur-Arce. This Blanc de Noirs made from 100% Pinot Noir, cultivated organically and harvested selectively, expresses the vibrant purity of a chalky terroir. Vinified in steel and aged on fine lees in the Burgundian style, it reveals a rich attack on the palate and a pronounced minerality, enhanced by an extremely fine and persistent perlage. Awarded 90 points by James Suckling, this elegant Champagne offers a long and satisfying finish.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
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| Name | Coessens Champagne Largillier Lieu Dit Extra Brut 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine extra brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Coessens Champagne |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Largillier Lieu-Dit Extra Brut Millésimé 2018 from Coessens originates from the parcel of the same name located in Ville-sur-Arce. This Blanc de Noirs made from 100% Pinot Noir, cultivated organically and harvested selectively, expresses the vibrant purity of a chalky terroir. Vinified in steel and aged on fine lees in the Burgundian style, it reveals a rich attack on the palate and a pronounced minerality, enhanced by an extremely fine and persistent perlage. Awarded 90 points by James Suckling, this elegant Champagne offers a long and satisfying finish. |
| Origin | Ville-sur-Arce (Francia) |
| Climate | Largillier |
| Soil composition | Soil rich in limestone |
| Production technique | Traditional method |
| Wine making | Traditional method; the wine uses only stainless steel, rests on fine lees (Burgundian style), very light dosage; malolactic fermentation completed. |
| Aging | On the lees (resting on fine lees) |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |