Champagne Extra Brut 'Charmes de Vrigny' Lelarge-Pugeot
ArtisanalExtra Brut "Charmes de Vrigny" Champagne from the Lelarge-Pugeot cellar is an elegant and unique bubble capable of delivering emotions with every sip. This label is made from a blend of Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay skilfully blended and aged for a very long 8 years on the lees. The straw yellow colour accompanies a fine and persistent perlage while the nose is intoxicated by aromas of citrus fruits, white flowers and toasted almonds. The palate is fresh, savoury, rich and long
“Les Charmes de Vrigny” is the Extra Brut from Lelarge-Pugeot that encapsulates all the charm of a Premier Cru terroir spread across the most historic regions of Champagne. The fruit from the old vines, the calcareous matrix of the soil, the use of reserve wines: everything precisely influences this composition, creating a balanced, elegant, and impactful bubble in terms of taste.
Extra Brut “Les Charmes de Vrigny” from the Lelarge-Pugeot estate is the expression of old vines with an average age of 40 years, cultivated according to the criteria of certified organic and biodynamic agriculture in various parcels located within the municipality of Vrigny, classified as Premier Cru. The vineyards are situated about 150 meters above sea level on the western slope of the Montagne de Reims, with soils predominantly composed and characterized by the widespread presence of calcareous marls. The blend includes 50% Meunier, 30% Pinot Noir, and 20% Chardonnay, vinified separately and to which are added reserve winesaged according to the solera method. The harvest is done manually, while in the cellar, pressing and alcoholic fermentation take place in stainless steel tanks, conducted spontaneously by indigenous yeasts. After racking, a maturation period of 6 months in steel precedes bottling and the prise de mousse. The Champagne evolves for 8 years on its own lees before disgorgement and the final dosage, which corresponds to 4 grams per liter.
The Extra Brut “Les Charmes de Vrigny” from the Lelarge-Pugeot estate presents a clear straw-yellow color with golden reflections and a dense, very fine effervescence. The aromas have a very fine and articulated impact, with a clear presence of pastry notes, from candied citrus peels to almond crunch, up to pastry cream, against the delicate background of a white floral note. The tasting is typically territorial, with a note of subtle and very long-lasting salinity on display: the sip offers great tension and an interesting balance between the softness of buttery hints and the