Grape varieties: Pinot Noir 50%, Chardonnay 50%
Region: Bouzy, Champagne, France
The Marcellin cuvée is a blend with a perfect balance of grapes varieties with the composition of 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay.
Harmony of being blended with Pinot Noir chardonnay. It gives the Champagne fruitiness, structure and crispness with fine bubbles that can be enjoyed as an aperitif and to accompany fish.
It shows that Champagne signature of Marcellin BEAUFORT, the example of the know-how of a great winemaker, passed down from generation to generation and respecting tradition.
Vinification is carried out at temperature control alcoholic fermentation and malolactic fermentation. Champagne with fine bubbles that can be enjoyed as an aperitif and to accompany fish.
Since 1895, the vineyard of Bouzy has been classified among the 17 « Grands Crus » villages in Champagne (out of 309 listed A.O.C. Champagne villages) based on the recognized quality of their soil and the specific climate such as south-facing terroir, these vineyards have exceptional conditions to develop the specific local grape-varieties.
On a thick chalky sediment, the vineyard of Bouzy covers 381 ha planted with Pinot Noir (88%) and with Chardonnay (12%) and is south facing on the Reims Mountain.
Gold Medal – Gilbert & Gaillard 2021 & 2022
Alcohol Content: 12%
Producer:Champagne Marcellin Beaufort
Palate:
Harmony of being blended with Pinot Noir chardonnay. It gives the Champagne fruitiness, structure and crispness with fine bubbles.
Please note that taste might differ between individuals
Food pairing:
Lean Fish (tilapia, cod etc.)
Fatty Fish (salmon, tuna etc.)
Expert review:
Gold Medal – Gilbert & Gaillard 2021 & 2022