Passerine Brut Rosé NV, Limoux, France
Regular price $28.00
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60% Chardonnay, 25% Chenin, 15% Pinot Noir
Passerine is a collaboration with Jacques Calvel of J. Laurens, located in the village of La Digne-d’Aval near Limoux. The grapes come from Laurens’ high-altitude vineyards, which are undergoing organic conversion, and are vinified with precision by Henri Albrus, who honed his craft at Champagne Michel Dervin. Passerine takes its name from the common songbirds that frequent the vineyards of La Digne-d’Aval. Following traditional Champagne methods, only the ‘coeur de presse’ - cuvée and taille - is extracted for vinification. This sparkler sees 12 months of lees ageing before release.
Alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tanks. 12 months minimum of ageing on lees. Delicate salmon hue, and fresh notes of red fruit with floral undertones. Medium weight on the palate, fresh red berry flavours, youthful with a creamy mid-palate, rounded acidity and a medium to long finish.