The Les Crayères Grand Cru Lieu-dit 2019 cuvée, from vines planted in 1958 and 1974, is a blend of 67% Chardonnay and 33% Pinot Noir, with no added sugar (0 dosage, brut nature), highlighting the richness and complexity of the grape varieties, while respecting the clay-limestone soil of its origins. Pressing is carried out on a Coquard press and vinification follows the lunar calendar to harmonize natural energies, with aging on lees for nine months. Only 1,745 bottles are produced for this vintage.
Offering an intense golden color with amber highlights and brilliant clarity, it reveals a fine and dynamic effervescence in the glass. On the nose, it initially reveals a complex and deep bouquet marked by notes of ripe yellow fruits: apricot, vine peach, white acacia and hawthorn flowers. A chalky minerality, the signature of great terroirs, intertwines with notes of brioche and honey after aeration, adding a delicious touch. The palate is generous on the attack with a dense texture. Flavors of cooked Williams pear, quince, and toast dominate, accompanied by a magnificent liveliness. The very persistent finish leaves a fruity impression on the palate, bringing freshness to the tasting.
