Champagne Grand Cru Les Terres Roses Extra Brut Rosè 2020

What kind of wine it is

Pierre Paillard Les Terres Roses is a rosé sparkling wine made using the Traditional Method with a pronounced sense of place. This wine stands out for its rigorous style and well-defined structural elegance. The blend skilfully combines Chardonnay and Pinot Noir with a component of Bouzy Rouge, creating a dynamic profile. In the glass, it displays a fine perlage and a bright pale pink hue. On the palate, it is deep and mineral, supported by a lively savouriness that makes it ideal with starters, lean fish and selected cheeses.

Where it comes from

This wine originates in Bouzy, in the Montagne de Reims area, a region of excellence where Champagne is produced. The Grand Cru designation highlights the prestige of the vineyards, which are able to express the most authentic characteristics of the terroir. The use of Bouzy Rouge in the blend imparts a distinctive and precise character. The long ageing in traditional chalk cellars provides a protected and ideal environment for slow maturation. This close connection with the soil translates into a potential longevity estimated between five and ten years.

How it is produced

The production process strictly follows the Traditional Method, encouraging interaction between the yeasts and the selected grape varieties. After the first fermentation, the wine rests for ten months in barrels, developing an initial aromatic complexity. Subsequently, the cuvée matures for thirty months in bottle to refine its texture. The restrained dosage defines a distinctly dry Extra Brut character. Served between six and eight degrees, it reveals a fruity bouquet with notes of wild strawberries, raspberry and redcurrant, finishing with a dry and clean sip.