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Region: France
Background:
The Pinot Noir grapes for the Comtesse de Neples come from the Côte de Bar region, the southernmost region of Champagne. Here, the noble grape Pinot Noir almost completely dominates the cultivations on the rolling limestone hills. Traditionally, this part of Champagne has gone a little under the radar in the absence of large Champagne houses in the area but more and more are now starting to discover the potential of the area and the unique terroir that is perfect for Pinot Noir. The wine consists of a mixture of 4 older vintages with the base in the 2017 vintage and is stored for a full 28 months on its lees.The wine is produced by Chassenay d'Arce, which with its 130 small family growers is a smaller cooperative that together has vineyards of 325 hectares, mostly planted with Pinot Noir. The grapes are hand-harvested from several smaller vineyard locations in the autumn at optimal maturity and vinified in a state-of-the-art facility with meticulous quality control.
Tasting notes:
This is an approachable, fruity Champagne, made to be drunk young. Well balanced with crisp citrus tang and bright acidity. The wine is dominated by Pinot Noir that grows so well in the Côte des Bar.Champagne Comtesse de Neples is a dry, fresh and tasty Champagne with elegant mousse and good balance with hints of citrus, orange, red apples, brioche and mineral. The aftertaste is long with a fresh and fresh finish. The long storage time on the lees gives discreet tones of macadamia nuts and nougat that lift the whole of the wine and add extra complexity.
Food pairing: Serve the champagne as a fresh start to dinner or for pre and main courses on seafood.