Mousse Fils Champagne Blanc de Noirs Eugene 'Longue Garde' Zero Dosage 750ml

A grower since 1750, Champagne Famille Moussé sits in the village of Cuisles, in a valley perpendicular to the Marne river. This village is know for a unique terroir in Champagne: a thick band of green clay that sits under sand and various other soil types. This special clay, known as "Illite" and is used in cosmetics, gives the Meunier at this benchmark domaine an almost Chardonnay-like quality, with a lift and texture not often seen with this variety. There are few vignerons who are as committed to environmental sustainability as 4th generation winemaker Cédric Moussé. Under his leadership, the winery has undergone a complete overhaul with the goal of reducing its carbon footprint. His has solar panels that power the cellar, tasting room, and 2 houses on the property, while geothermal energy moderates the temperature throughout the winery. Pigs, chickens and sheep roam the vines, serving as natural stewards as they turn the soil and feast on weeds. Everything at the domaine is done with an eye towards maximum sustainability. Harvesting at the estate is done exclusively in very small crates (a painstaking, labor-intensive process that protects the grapes from being crushed prematurely) and only stainless steel is used in the cellar. Through his elite-level farming and winemaking, Cédric is able to produce Meunier with a class and elegance that is rarely seen in Champagne, and has been rewarded with a reputation as one of the finest growers in the entire region. Practicing organic 80% Meunier, 20% Pinot Noir Perpetual blend 2003-2017 From Cuisles, Jonquery, Châtillon-sur-Marne Yes malo Fermented and aged in stainless steel Aged 60 months on the lees Dosage: 0g/L "The NV Eugène Longue Garde is a non-dosé blend of 80% Meunier and 20% Pinot Noir. Ample and resonant, this is wonderfully open-knit from the very first taste. Pear, spice, slate, apple tart and dried flowers wrap around the palate, leading to a supple finish that is impeccably done. There's such precision here. Disgorged: February 6, 2023.