2002 Champagne Eric Rodez Empreinte de Terroir Chardonnay

Distributor's Notes: Overview: This series is intended to express the work of man on his soil. The role of the winemaker is limited to making every effort to respect and preserve the integrity of the level of expression of the vintage. Vinification: In small oak barrels, no malolactic fermentation, no cold stabilization, no filtration but a lot of passion Varietal Blend: 100% Chardonnay Origin of the Grapes: Terroir d'Ambonnay contrées: Le Noyer Saint Pys, Les Secs, Les Agusons, Les Champsaults Average Age of the Vines: 39 years old Vinification: Out of barrels 100%; no malolactic fermentation Dosage: 3 grams Tasting Notes: The single grape variety of Empreinte de Terroir seeks only to emphasize the characteristics of the vineyard terroir, across the vineyards, and waltzing across the vintages. For some vintages, the comparison of varieties bring an extra dimension.