2018 Champagne Christophe Baron Le Dessus du Bois Marie
A rare find: A well-rounded brut Champagne made exclusively with the red pinot meunier grape. Bottled in magnum, great for New Year’s Eve or any other celebration.
The Champagne is rose-gold in color, with aromas ranging from lightly toasted to full red berry – also echoed on the palate. The finish is completely dry, tinged with citric minerality.
This family has been growing grapes in the Marne region of Champagne since the 17th century. They’re now crafting organic wines that are single grape, single vineyard, single vintage. This vineyard is called “Above Marie’s Woods” [Le dessus du bois Marie].
Wonderful as an aperitif, also pairs well with Salade Nicoise and other light dishes.
WHO: Champagne Christophe Baron
WHAT: 100% pinot meunier
WHERE: Crouttes sur Marne, Champagne, France
HOW MUCH: magnum around $250
NOTABLE FOR: historic lands, organic farming, single vineyard wines
