123 THE NAVIGATOR | EXPRESSION EPC BRUT PREMIER CRU EPC x Winegrowers’ Group in Avize France, Champagne, 12.5%, 750ml 66% Chardonnay & 34% Pinot Noir Soil type: Upper Cretaceous (chalk) Terroirs of the Côte des Blancs, Montagne de Reims, and Vallée de la Marne. This vintage is made from a blend of 66% chardonnay and 34% pinot noir of which 40% was harvested in 2015 and 60% from reserve wine. This Brut Premier Cru is vinified through stainless steel vats, with malolactic fermentation and part of the reserve wines kept in tuns. Aged for a minimum of 75 months with a low dosage of just 5g/L. Tasting Comment: A dazzling freshness with its iodine and lemon notes. The brioche and dried fruit aromas bring a beautiful complexity. Perfect Pairing: Duck burger, spiced foie gras, onion confit and sweet potato fries. EPC BLANC DE BLANCS GRAND CRU EPC x Winegrowers’ Group in Avize France, Champagne, 12.5%, 750ml 100% Chardonnay Soil type: Upper Cretaceous (chalk) Terroir of Avize, located over a 42-minute bike ride from Epernay to the south. This vintage is made from 100% chardonnay grapes harvested in 2017. The Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru is vinified through stainless steel tanks, with partial malolactic fermentation and then aged for a minimum of 52 months. A very low dosage of just 3g/L. Tasting Comment: This cuvée offers a beautiful aromatic complexity. Hints of almonds, white flowers, and gingerbread round out the delicacy of this Champagne. Perfect Pairing: Creamed poultry with morels, Comté cheese 24 months of maturing.
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