La Croix Joly

Composition: 100% Pinot Meunier from the 2013 to 2020 harvest with 50% perpetual reserve, started in 2013. From the "La Croix Joly" plot, located halfway up the hill on the Troissy terroir. Vinification in 200, 300 and 500 liter barrels. Dosage: 1.1 g/L added sugar. Disgorgement: Dec 24.

Limited edition of 1,476 bottles.

Aromas: "The perpetual reserve of Croix Joly pushes the oxidative, almost Andalusian expression of autumnal aromas far forward: Massala, curry, Bourbon whiskey, dried fruits... admirably guided by a silky, rich and mellow taste on the palate. Very beautiful, racy Champagne." Hachette 2022.

Recommendation: Serve at a temperature above 10° and in tall, wide glasses like a white wine glass so that all aromas can unfold.

Award: Gault&Millau 90/100

"Issue d’une réserve perpétuelle (entre 2013 et 2019) de vieilles vignes de meunier, cette cuvée s’ouvre sur un panier de fruits jaunes et blancs qui mélangent leurs parfums mûrs et sucrés. Les fleurs de tilleul embaument et leurs effluves arrivent par vagues successives. Le nez est tout en rondeur et en confort aromatique, avec des arômes flatteurs de rose, de café et de tabac. Dans une matière fraîche, aux bulles délicates, on retrouve des notes de fruits blancs et une trame acidulée qui évite toute lourdeur. Celle-ci accompagne jusque dans une finale savoureuse, légèrement tanique et poivrée."

Eng: "This cuvée, made from a perpetual reserve (between 2013 and 2019) of old Meunier vines, opens with a basket of yellow and white fruits whose ripe and sweet aromas mingle. Lime blossoms scent the air, their fragrance arriving in successive waves. The nose is rounded and aromatically pleasant, with flattering notes of rose, coffee, and tobacco. In a fresh, delicately effervescent wine, there are notes of white fruits and an acidic structure that prevents any heaviness. This accompanies the wine into a savory, slightly tannic and peppery finish."

Note on possible allergens: contains alcohol, sulfites and residual sugar