Champagne "Bochot" Extra Brut

The "Bochot" Extra Brut Champagne is produced by Domaine Pierre Gerbais using 100% Pinot Meunier grapes.

The domaine itself describes the use of Pinot Meunier as "atypical," as the Cote des Bar is usually rich in Pinot Noir cultivation. This Blanc de Meunier is the result of selecting grapes from the lieu-dit Bochot, where particular attention is paid to organic farming. These grapes are vinified exclusively in steel tanks, and then blended with vins de reserve from a perpetual cuvée containing vintages from 2016 to 2019. The Extra Brut dosage of 3 g/L enhances its verticality without ever overpowering its richness.

The Winery: Pierre Gerbais

The history of this winery dates back to 1920 when Pierre Gerbais decided to cultivate his first vineyards in Celles-sur-Ource, a small commune in the Côte des Bar, a lesser-known but increasingly reputable area in Champagne. The production area, noted for its warmer climate compared to other parts of Champagne, is characterized by calcareous clay soils that impart a unique profile to Pierre Gerbais' wines. Over 40 hectares of vineyards are primarily cultivated with Chardonnay grapes, but also Pinot Noir and Pinot Blanc, and only 2% with Pinot Meunier, which adapt well to the specific terroir of the Côte des Bar.

A distinguishing feature of Cantina Pierre Gerbais is their commitment to organic farming and the production of zero-dosage champagne, a choice that reflects their artisanal approach and philosophy of fully expressing the character of the terroir in their wines.

The calcareous clay soils, combined with the meticulous and sustainable approach of the winery, contribute to creating champagnes of great freshness, finesse, and complexity.