Pouillon
Champagne 1er Cru Extra Brut Rose
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Premier Crus Rosè Extra Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.0% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 100% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Aged on the lees for 18 to 24 months. |
- Premier Cru Origin: Sourced from Mareuil-sur-Aÿ on chalky and clay soils
- Grapes: 100% Pinot Noir, rosé obtained by maceration with an intense colour
- Vinification: 12-hour maceration on the skins in vats and barrels with indigenous yeasts
- Ageing: Aged on the lees for 18-24 months, with reserve wines matured in wood
- Taste and aroma profile: Extra Brut, dry, notes of small red fruits and a persistent finish
Description
What kind of wine is it
The Champagne 1er Cru Extra Brut Rosé by R. Pouillon is a rosé Champagne produced using the Traditional Method, born from the expressiveness of Pinot Noir. In the glass, it reveals an intense hue, accompanied by an aromatic profile centred on notes of small red fruits. On the palate, it is dry, juicy and defined by a linear progression. The precision of the sip fully reflects the style of R. Pouillon, offering an elegant and remarkably persistent tasting experience.
Where does it come from
This Champagne originates from Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, a territory classified as Premier Cru. The geological profile of the area is distinguished by soils rich in chalk and a deep subsoil predominantly composed of clay. This specific composition allows the Pinot Noir to develop great sapidity and a very clear fruit definition. The R. Pouillon family has been cultivating these vineyards since 1947, interpreting the peculiarities of the land in a sip of pronounced finesse that recalls the identity of its place of origin.
How is it produced
The vinification process begins with a twelve-hour maceration on the skins, carried out in vats and French oak barrels using indigenous yeasts. Part of the wine is aged in wood to become reserve wine, destined to be part of the final blend before bottling. The prise de mousse takes place following the Traditional Method, with a period on the lees ranging from eighteen to twenty-four months. The Extra Brut dosage is added a few months before release, preserving the dry character and essence of the wine.
History and Curiosities
Born in the prestigious territory of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, this captivating “rebel wine” is the sincere tribute of the Pouillon family to pure Pinot Noir. The producer shuns chromatic blends, preferring a 12-hour maceration with indigenous yeasts to extract a pronounced hue and intense fruity aromas. Enhanced by fine reserve wines matured in oak and aged for a long time on the lees, this Extra Brut Champagne offers a juicy, generous and refined sip: an authentic emotion that captivates with every taste.
Awards
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92/100
James Suckling is an influential American wine critic and journalist who worked at Wine Spectator for 30 years. He left the magazine in 2010 to start his own website and guidebook (JamesSuckling.com). He specialises in Italian and Bordeaux wines.
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91/100
Vinous is the online guide from Antonio Galloni, one of the world's leading wine connoisseurs.
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92/100
Wine spectator is the most influential wine guide on the internet.
Tasting notes
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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 Extra Brut Rosè |
|---|---|
| Type | Rosé green classic method sparkling wine brut |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| 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 Born in the prestigious territory of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, this captivating "rebel wine" is the sincere tribute of the Pouillon family to pure Pinot Noir. The producer shuns chromatic blends, preferring a 12-hour maceration with indigenous yeasts to extract a pronounced hue and intense fruity aromas. Enhanced by fine reserve wines matured in oak and aged for a long time on the lees, this Extra Brut Champagne offers a juicy, generous and refined sip: an authentic emotion that captivates with every taste. |
| Origin | Mareuil-sur-Aÿ |
| Soil composition | Chalk and clay with a deep clay subsoil |
| Production technique | Traditional method; maceration rosé (12-hour skin maceration) with indigenous yeasts |
| Wine making | Rosé obtained by 12-hour maceration, in vats and French oak barrels, with indigenous yeasts. |
| Aging | Aged on the lees for 18 to 24 months. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |