- Le Mesnil Grand Cru Chardonnay from a top winemaker
- Now at its peak drinking window
Pierre Moncuit owns 18 hectares of Chardonnay vines in the famous Grand Cru Le Mesnil and also a parcel in the famous Chétillons vineyard. Nicole Moncuit now produces fine Blanc de Blancs. Stylistically, Pierre Peters, the most renowned winemaker in the village, seems to be the role model. The great salty, chalky minerality of the vineyards is rounded off with particularly attractive fruity notes, avoiding the harshness that Le Mesnil Champagnes can display in their youth. It is no surprise that the 2008 vintage is a complete success. It is wonderful to savour now. Aromas of ripe apples, apple tart and windfall fruit meet nutty notes in the finish, which is characterised by great freshness and the minerality typical of Mesnil.
The winery was founded in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger in 1889. Le Mesnil is the most renowned location for Chardonnay in Champagne, even ahead of Avize. In addition to 15 hectares of Grand Crus, the estate also owns five hectares of vines in Sézanne. Nicole Moncuit has been working in the cellar since 1977. Over the last fifteen years, the business has been operating reliably at a high level. His daughter Valérie Charpentier helps in the vineyard and cellar, while Yves Moncuit is responsible for marketing and administration.
