Taisne Riocour Champagne AOC Brut Grande Réserve NV

Maison Taisne Riocour is a Champagne house located in Riceys that serves as an homage to Angelito de Taisne and Clade de Riocour, who revived the family vineyard established in 1837. The estate cultivates 21 hectares divided into 18 parcels of pinot noir and chardonnay. 2016 saw the estate granted a certified HVE Level 3 designation and since 2020, a biodynamic management has been tested on part of the vineyard. Each bottle is adorned by the family crest, a tree with three crescents and a star, marrying earth and sky, balancing elegance and power. The Grand Réserve is made up of hand- and machine-harvested pinot noir and chardonnay, 65% and 35%, respectively. 3 years of aging on the lees and a dosage of 6.5 grams per Liter translates to graceful opulence on the palate. Rich, without being heavy, the pinot noir adds depth and complexity while the chardonnay offers cheerful snap and freshness. Ripe white peach and white lilies dance on the nose while the palate finishes with baked almond and brioche. Absolutely gorgeous. Certified sustainable, organically grown, biodynamically grown.