Miniere F&R Champagne Brut Influence NV CS20231026 and an orange twist

and an orange twist

Situated near Montrose and Cos d'Estournel

offering an intricate aromatic profile of orchard fruit

which would not be expected in a conventional rosé Champagne

then quickly processing them with neutral spirit and a touch of sugar

Miniere F&R Champagne Brut Influence NV CS20231026 and an orange twistFrom the importer: Influence is the flagship cuvee of the domaine. The varietal blend is 30% Pinot Noir, 40% Pinot Meunier, and 15% Chardonnay. The final blend contains 15% of reserve wines. As is the case with all of their wines, it is aged in oak and the wine does not undergo malolactic fermentation. 30% of the barrels are less than 4 years with the rest being over 5 years old. The wine is aged for 7 years in bottle on its lees. Dosage is 5g L.