Pouillon
Champagne 1er Cru Chemin du Bois Millesime 2018
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Premier Crus Blanc de Noirs |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | About 5 years on the lees in bottle (on pupitres); additionally 6–18 months in oak barrels after the harvest. |
- Grape variety and style: 100% Pinot Noir, vintage Extra-Brut Blanc de Noirs Champagne
- Premier Cru origin: Chemin du Bois plot in Mareuil-sur-Ay, clay-limestone soil
- Natural fermentation: use of indigenous yeasts and no added sulphites, Fabrice Pouillon Method
- Extended ageing: 6–18 months in oak barrels and around 5 years on the lees in bottle
- Sensory profile: very fine perlage, notes of brioche and fruit, with a savoury and crisp finish
Description
What kind of wine is it
Chemin du Bois Pouillon is a Champagne in the Blanc de Noirs style, made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes, originating from a single plot in Mareuil-sur-Ay. This sparkling wine, crafted using the Traditional Method, is presented as an Extra-Brut with zero dosage, standing out for its precise structure and a creamy yet lively texture. The aromatic profile reveals elegant notes of brioche, white-fleshed fruits and floral hints, accompanied by an extremely fine mousse. On the palate, it expresses the purity of the grape variety, finishing with a savoury and pleasantly crisp aftertaste.
Where does it come from
The geographical origin defines the character of this wine, cultivated in Mareuil-sur-Ay. The grapes come from a specific Premier Cru vineyard called Chemin du Bois, located at the base of a slope to benefit from optimal soil and climate conditions. The chalky-clay soil of the area gives the sparkling wine a linear and taut character, perfectly balancing the softness of the sip. This location enhances the authentic nature of the Pinot Noir, delivering a clear territorial profile and a solid structure during tasting.
How is it produced
Vinification follows the Traditional Method according to Pouillon's production philosophy. Fermentation takes place thanks to the action of indigenous yeasts. The wine is then aged for a period ranging from six to eighteen months in oak barrels of varying ages, using the bâtonnage technique. The prise de mousse is followed by prolonged maturation in bottle on the pupitres for around five years. The result is a genuine Extra-Brut with a dry palate, capable of preserving an extremely fine mousse.
History and Curiosities
This 2018 vintage Blanc de Noirs originates from an exclusive Premier Cru parcel in Mareuil-sur-Ay, revealing the purest essence of Pinot Noir. Fermented with indigenous yeasts and without added sulphites, it matures in fine oak barrels before ageing on the lees in bottle for five years. The result is an elegant Champagne Brut Nature with an extremely fine perlage, capable of enveloping the palate with an extraordinarily creamy and light texture. Delicate aromas of brioche and flowers blend harmoniously into a crisp, savoury and persistent finish.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 years
- Start up year: 1947
- Bottles produced: 85.000
- Hectares: 7
In 1964, James (Roger and Bernadette's only child) started working with his father while developing his knowledge as a winemaker. He was joined a year later by his wife, Josette, born in Champagne as well.
As Recoltant-Manipultant, the Poullons own their own press and do not work in a coop. The control every step of the process, from the vine to the bottle.
After the death of Roger Poullon in 1993, and his spouse 2 years later, Fabrice (James's yougest son) joins the family business and bring with him his background in viticulture, oenology and marketing. His wife Elodie follow in 2000 to help on the marketing side.
As a young winemaker, James modernized the operation with the use of enamelled vats, hydraulic tractors and gyropaletts. Later, Fabrice introduced sustainable agriculture and started to export Roger Pouillon Champagne to the US, Japan, United Arab Emirates, Italy, Belgium, Canada, Australia and UK. Read more
| Name | R. Pouillon Champagne 1er Cru Chemin du Bois Millesime 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | White green classic method sparkling wine |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Pouillon |
| Story | History and Curiosities This 2018 vintage Blanc de Noirs originates from an exclusive Premier Cru parcel in Mareuil-sur-Ay, revealing the purest essence of Pinot Noir. Fermented with indigenous yeasts and without added sulphites, it matures in fine oak barrels before ageing on the lees in bottle for five years. The result is an elegant Champagne Brut Nature with an extremely fine perlage, capable of enveloping the palate with an extraordinarily creamy and light texture. Delicate aromas of brioche and flowers blend harmoniously into a crisp, savoury and persistent finish. |
| Origin | Mareuil-sur-Ay |
| Soil composition | Terreno calcareo-argilloso |
| Production technique | Fabrice Pouillon method (traditional method) |
| Wine making | Fermentation with indigenous yeasts and without added sulphites; post-harvest ageing in oak barrels (from new up to four years old) for 6–18 months with bâtonnage; secondary fermentation and bottle ageing on the lees for about 5 years on pupitres; Extra-Brut dosage (Brut Nature, without added sugars). |
| Aging | About 5 years on the lees in bottle (on pupitres); additionally 6–18 months in oak barrels after the harvest. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |