Beaumont Crayeres Fleur de Meunier 2014

Category:
 
Sparkling Wines
Sub-Category:  
 
Champagne
Producer:
 
Beaumont Crayeres
Label Name:
 
Fleur de Meunier
Vintage:
 
2014
Country:
 
France
Region:
 
Champagne (Vallée de la Marne — Mardeuil/Épernay)
Volume:
 
750ml
ABV:
 
12%
Grape(s):
 
Pinot Meunier
Acidity:
 
4
Sweetness:
 
1
Body:
 
3
Length:
 
4
Aroma Intensity:
 
4
Best Temperature:
 
8-10°C

Awards/Ratings
Vivino user rating ~4. 1/5; retailer Vino45 score 89/100; Gault&Millau listing and positive notes

Tasting Note
Fine persistent bubbles, pale golden color. Aromas of yellow stone fruit, candied citrus, brioche, white flowers and light spice. Dry, tense palate with lively acidity, subtle minerality and a long toasted, slightly salty finish.

Food Pairing
Oysters and raw shellfish; seared scallops or sole with citrus (Western). Sushi/sashimi, tempura, dim sum or lightly spiced Thai/Chinese seafood dishes (Asian). Also pairs well with soft cheeses (Brie, Camembert).

Production Method
Méthode Champenoise (bottle fermentation). 100% Pinot Meunier, vinified as Brut Nature (zero dosage) and aged on the lees ~5 years to develop autolytic notes.

Vineyard Info
Beaumont des Crayères: cooperative founded 1955 in Mardeuil/Épernay, ~85 ha under cultivation with ~240 growers; known for Pinot Meunier and integrated (raisonnée) viticulture.