Eric Rodez, Cuvée de Crayères, Ambonnay, Grand Cru, Extra Brut, Champagne, France, NV

Overview of the Wine
Destabilized by the mediocrity of the 1984 vintage, we went to seek advice in other regions and especially in Alsace. This led to a change in soil maintenance practices. We then carried out numerous soil analyzes and adjusted our fertilization program. Little by little, we tested the different grazing techniques, then mechanical weeding. Completed the logic of comfort.

We then focused more specifically on the protection of the vine. We have learned to harness “organic” techniques, but nothing is perfect in itself, and even “organic” can have a negative impact on biodiversity. So biodynamics is obviously imposed on the everyday.

In 2007, regretting the low collective commitment to sustainable viticulture, we made the choice to display the reality of our practices to move towards our conversion. Our commitments in organic and biodynamic viticulture are the fruit of a long work and a fierce desire to move towards viticulture that respects the soil and the environment.

Since 2014, Mickael and Aurélie have been pursuing this commitment to sustainable development by developing dedicated biodiversity zones and by generalizing the use of essential oils. Aromatherapy is invaluable to us in the face of increased attacks of mildew and powdery mildew.
In “organic” you must first of all want to push the weight of habits.
High Environmental Value – HVE

In June 2012, we officially received our HVE certificate. Our farm is the first French farm to be certified as “high environmental value”.

Organic, biodynamic

Winemaker
Eric Rodez

Grape / Blend
50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay

Origin
Champagne, France

Winemaker's Tasting Notes 
This brut champagne is made with a blend of 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay, with 40% to 45% reserve wines used in the blend. Pinot Noir brings body and structure, Chardonnay conveys delicacy and elegance. The nose is floral with a hint of citrus fruits. The palate is balanced and dense.

90 Points - Jeb Dunnuck
The NV Champagne Grand Cru Ambonnay Cuvée des Crayères is elegant and pure, with fresh white flowers, wet stone, and light smokiness. It is approachable and easy-drinking, with an understated sophistication, offering notes of raspberry eau de vie and biscuit, and the mousse is refreshing, with vibrant energy. This is quaffable now and will continue to improve over the next ten years

Product size: 750ml