Champagne Eric Rodez Les Beurys Pinot Noir Ambonnay Gran

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CountryFrance
RegionChampagne
AppellationChampagne Grand Cru
Varieties
- Pinot Noir - 100%
BrandEric Rodez
Volume0,75 L
Alc.12,5%

135,00 €

Description

For aficionados of truly expressive “Pinot Noir” Champagnes, the Eric Rodez Les Beurys Pinot Noir Ambonnay Grand Cru 2017 is an essential acquisition. This rare, single-vineyard bottling from a top Grand Cru site showcases the powerful elegance of Ambonnay's red grape, reflecting both its terroir and Eric Rodez's distinctive winemaking philosophy.

This exceptional Champagne displays a light golden colour. Its captivating aromas feature pear, tangerine, dried white flowers, cherry, and yellow plum, elegantly framed by woody tones and blanched almond. On the palate, it is smooth, satin-like, and full-bodied, offering a fruity and mineral profile with noticeable acidity and a long, expressive finish.

The grapes for this cuvée are sourced exclusively from the Les Beurys plot, part of Rodez's 6 hectares located on a plateau southeast of Reims in the Grand Cru Ambonnay commune within the Montagne de Reims region. With an eastern exposure and limestone soils, the 35-year-old vines yield fruit of remarkable character.

Following a hand harvest, the wine undergoes gentle pressing with a traditional vertical Champagne press. Notably, 95% of the primary fermentation takes place in oak barrels, and importantly, malolactic fermentation is not carried out, preserving its inherent vibrancy. The Champagne then ages for 5 years on yeast sediment in bottles, building complexity and a fine perlage.

Dosage (3g/l)

Serving recommendations

Served at 8-10°C with sea urchin, stuffed turkey with cranberry sauce, pan-roasted duck with cherry sauce and grilled vegetables, soft cheeses such as brie or camembert.

About brand

Eric Rodez – an eighth-generation grape grower, is based in the kingdom of ‘Pinot Noir’ grapes, the village of Ambonnay, classified as a top Grand Cru. His estate spans just 6 hectares of mature vineyards, from which about 40,000 bottles of champagne are produced annually. Nearly 80 percent of the wine's primary fermentation takes place in Burgundian oak barrels, and a large proportion (around 70%) of reserve wines are used for the champagnes.

The Eric Rodez Champagne house is characterized by sustainability and responsibility towards nature and future generations. They completely avoid herbicides and pesticides, and the vineyards are managed according to organic and biodynamic principles. A minimal amount of sulfites is used, and even some champagne production choices are driven by their environmental friendliness (which is why malolactic fermentation is not blocked).

Wine Style

The champagnes from Eric Rodez can be categorized into three lines:

Signature Champagnes: These reflect Eric's mastery in understanding each vintage and blending base wines to best express his vision for that year. Eric himself still crafts these champagnes.
"Solistes": These are single-vineyard champagnes that reveal the true spirit of a specific plot. The idea to create single-vineyard wines came from Eric's son, who is also responsible for them.
"Empreinte" (French for "imprint") line: This is a joint project between father and son, aiming to perfectly capture both the grapes (‘Chardonnay’ and ‘Pinot Noir’) and their vintage expressions, most accurately reflecting the spirit of Ambonnay Grand Cru. It's like a gift from the Rodez family, a love song to Ambonnay – unsurprising, given how important this place is to them. It's no coincidence Eric himself served as the village mayor for 31 years.

Aging and Consumption Period

Champagne enthusiasts and collectors buy the majority of Eric Rodez champagnes before they even hit the market, as they trust in their exceptional aging potential and ability to evolve over time. This speaks volumes about the champagne's high quality and value, a result of a long and meticulous aging process.