Champagne Les Rocheforts 1er Cru Blanc de Blancs
Champagne Etienne Calsac
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Type
Sparkling Wine
Appellation
Champagne
Variety
100% Chardonnay
Les Rocheforts translates to 'the strong rocks.' In 2012, Etienne started a separate perpetual reserve just for Les Rocheforts. This 1er cru single-vineyard in Bisseuil sits on pure chalk soils and creates a precise and beautifully expressive Blanc de Blancs (produced with 25% reserve wine).
Viticulture
Vineyard name
Les Rocheforts (Bisseuil)
Soil type
Chalk
ExpositionEast
Vinification
Reserve wines. Indigenous yeasts. 50% oak; 50% stainless steel vats. No fining or filtering. Dosage: Extra Brut.
Elevage18-24 months on lees.
Fining/FilteringUnfined / Unfiltered