121 THE NAVIGATOR | EXPRESSION EPC BLANC DE BLANCS BRUT NATURE EPC x Winegrowers’ Group in Bethon France, Champagne, 12.5%, 750ml 100% Chardonnay Soil type: Upper Cretaceous (chalk, marl, and clay) Located in Côteaux du Sézannais, a 3h30 bike ride from Epernay to the south. This vintage is made from 100% chardonnay grapes harvested in 2019. This Blanc de Blancs Brut is vinified through stainless steel tanks, with total malolactic fermentation and then aged for a minimum of 30 months. A dosage of 0g/L, there is no sugar added to EPC Brut Nature. Tasting Comment: A Champagne of great finesse, with mineral notes and fresh citrus flavours. Perfect Pairing: Carpaccio of scallops and crushed pistachios, nectarine, and verbena pie. EPC BLANC DE BLANCS 2011 EPC x Winegrowers’ Group in Vertus France, Champagne, 12.5%, 750ml. 100% Chardonnay , 10 years of ageing Soil type: Upper Cretaceous (chalk) Terroir de Vertus (Premier Cru), is located approximately 1 hour 16 minutes by bike from Epernay towards the south. The 2011 Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Millésimée vintage is made from a 100% blend of chardonnay, harvested in 2011. This cuvée is vinified through stainless steel tanks, without malolactic fermentation and then aged for a minimum of 10 years. A limited edition of only 1000 bottles worldwide, this Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru 2011 offers a real journey through the Vertus terroir, known for its salinity, its delicacy, and the beautiful maturity of its grapes. Tasting Comment: With notes of honey and candied fruit, its liveliness and long saline finish magnificently embodies the Verdus terroir. Perfect Pairing: Snacked crayfish with chorizo.
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