124 THE NAVIGATOR | EXPRESSION EPC BLANC DE BLANCS BRUT EPC x Winegrowers’ Group in Bethon France, Champagne, 12.65%, 750ml. 100% Chardonnay Soil type: Upper Cretaceous (chalk, marl, and clay) Located at 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 malolactic fermentation and then aged for a minimum of 29 months. A very low dosage of just 5g/L. Tasting Comment: Very fresh Champagne, gourmet and dynamic which reminds of citrus notes and white fruits like apple. Perfect Pairing: Thai coconut chicken, Mushroom and comté risotto. EPC BRUT EPC x Winegrowers’ Group in Ville-sur-Arce France, Champagne, 12.5%, 750ml 60% Pinot Noir & 40% Chardonnay Soil type: Upper Jurassic (clay limestone, marl) Terroir of the Côte des Bar located approximately 6h56 bike ride from Epernay to the south. This vintage is made from a 60% blend of pinot noir and 40% chardonnay, of which 73% was harvested in 2018 and 27% harvest from reserve wine. This Brut is vinified with partial malolactic fermentation and then aged for a minimum of 40 months. A low dosage of just 6g/L. Tasting Comment: Light iodine and dried fruit notes accompany the aroma of yellow fruits. A smooth mouthfeel for a Champagne that makes everyone agree! Perfect Pairing: Oyster mushrooms risotto, and red mullet fish with sage butter.
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