2017 Moussé Fils Spécial Club "Les Fortes Terres", Brut, Champagne, FranceABOUT THIS WINE 100% Pinot Meunier. Composed of 4 parcels in the lieu dit "Les Fortes Terres" in the village of Cuisles, located in the Vallee de la Marne. Illite (green clay) soils. Full malolactic fermentation. Vinification in stainless steel. Aged 36 months sur lie. ABOUT THIS PRODUCER A grower since 1750, Champagne Mouss sits in the village of Cuisles, in a valley perpendicular to the Valle de la Marne. This side valley has a unique soil in

Cathy’s winemaking journey began nearly 45 years ago when she took a wine appreciation course at Pomona College on a complete whim

keeping the unique Rioja style which has been developed since the end of the 19th century

The estate consists of 12

The wine ages on its lees in Gillet barrels (maximum of 20% new) for 9-12 months and is bottled unfined and with only light filtration if necessary

Sophie and Vincent Morey both come from families of winegrowers in Santenay and Chassagne-Montrachet respectively

While the Araujo’s were new to the valley

These are essential for producing ciders of character

unpretentious way

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brings international experience to the cellar including an internship at Domaine Dujac in Burgundy

located in southern foothills of Maipu

each has its own distinctive nuances