Perrine Fresne Champagne Premier Cru Sarmate I Extra Brut [D90]

Producer: Perrine Fresne 
Region: Champagne, France 
Blend: 37% Pinot Noir, 37% Chardonnay, 26% Meunier 
Year: Non-Vintage 

Decanter, 90 Points  

"The debut vintage made by Fresne, with all three varieties – 37% each of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with 26% Meunier – harvested in Sermiers; 70% of the wine is based on the 2020 vintage, while the 30% of older wines are from a perpetual reserve of wines from 2015 to 2019, her ‘only legacy’ from her father’s winemaking. Vinified entirely in stainless steel, with a tiny dosage of 2g/L. Faint notes of fresh, ripe apple flesh on the nose, the palate vivid and fresh with frothy foam revealing a trace of rye crumb and lemony freshness, finishing bone-dry and clean." 

Winemaker Notes: 

"Expertly crafted with playful notes of fleshy apple and cherry on the nose, Perrine Fresne Champagne Premier Cru Sarmate I Extra Brut delivers precision and focus. The palate is treated to a continuation of flavors, including delightful hints of lemon peel. The texture is complex, featuring an intriguing mix of sand and chalk, and the lingering finish leaves a lasting impression. This champagne strikes the perfect balance between complexity and freshness for a vibrant and distinctive drinking experience." 

Alcohol: 12% 

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