The Doyard family has roots in Champagne dating back to the 17th century and starting gaining recognition in the 70's for creating precise, mineral-etched champagnes. The domaine farms 10 ha of vineyards in Vertus and the Grand Cru villages of Le Mesnil, Cramant, Oger, Avize and Ay. The viticultural philosophy employed by the domaine is a ‘non-dogmatic’ approach to biodynamic farming with absolutely no herbicides or pesticides used. Most of the vineyards are worked by horse and yields are kept intentionally kept low, adding to the focused intensity that defines the house style. In the cellar, all of the wines undergo very long lees aging—a minimum of 48 months, lending a vinous quality to the wines that have become the envy of Vertus. Every single decision made in the vineyard and cellar are geared toward making the most expressive, terroir focused Champagne possible.
Professional Reviews
Robert Parker
What importer Skurnik Wines has to say about this wine...
cépage 65% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noirvillage/vyd Chardonnay from Avize Grand Cru andLe Mesnil-sur-Oger Grand Cru; Clay and limestonemalo Noélevage Fermented and aged in olderBurgundy barrels (228L)sur latte 114 Months
Details
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Grape Variety
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Vintage
2008
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Size
750ml
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Farming Practice
Biodynamic
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Style
Elegant , Fruity , Minerally
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Sweetness
Champagne Extra Brut , Dry
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Body
Light Bodied