Champagne Mouzon-Leroux, L’exaltant Ratafia de Saignée



Region

FranceChampagneMontagne de Reims

Cuvée

L'exaltant

Varietal

Pinot Noir

Farming

Biodynamic, Low/No Sulfur Vinification, Natural farming, No/Low till, regenerative viticulture

Vinification

Skin contact

Soil Type

Chalky Limestone, Clay, Silex

A unique Ratafia made from the press juice of “Incandescent.” 100% of Grand Cru Verzy Pinot Noir bunches that had two days of skin contact before the juice was fortified with grape spirit. No fermentation, no sugar addition, no fining and no filtration. Aged for 20 months in barrels without topping up.
Sébastien is aiming for significant oxidation, which suits the elixir very well, giving it aromas a bit reminiscent of Port. And like port, it can remain open for weeks without deteriorating. Sébastien confidently believes it pairs perfectly with any dessert in the world! Serve at just under ten degrees or pour over ice.