100% Chardonnay from east-facing vineyards with chalk soils. The vineyards are farmed sustainably with minimal intervention and with most work carried out by hand. Alcoholic fermentation took place in stainless-steel tanks for around 14 days at up to 18 °C, followed by malolactic conversion for 85% of the juice. The wine was then aged on fine lees for nine months prior to bottling, with a further five years of ageing in bottle following secondary fermentation. Winemaker Gilles Marguet. Natural cork closure. TA 4.5 g/l, pH 3.1, RS 9 g/l. Vegan. Available in up to 200 shops. Lots of development on the nose. Not for those looking for sprightliness but great for those who appreciate mature champagne. Lemon sherbet and depth of flavour. Fair value considering its age.