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Coteaux Sillery Champenois Rouge Grand Cru Champagne François Secondé
Vendor code : 415
Francois Secondé stands alone as the sole independent grower, or RM (Récoltant-Manipulant), in the esteemed Sillery Grand Cru region. In the 17th century, Sillery, alongside Aÿ, held great renown as one of the most celebrated Champagne wines, primarily in still form. Situated on the northern slopes of the Montagne de Reims, Sillery, traditionally known for its focus on Pinot Noir, deviates from the norm by cultivating a higher proportion of Chardonnay (48%) than any other grand cru outside the Côte des Blancs. Additionally, the vineyards in Sillery encompass Pinot Noir (43%) and Pinot Meunier (9%) grape varieties.
This champagne is made from old Pinot Noir vines. The vinification process involves both wood barrels and vats, including malolactic fermentation. After vinification, the wine is aged in wood barrels and vats for a minimum of one year. With a beautiful red ruby color, this wine exhibits a fresh, light, and fruity profile. It is recommended to enjoy this wine now, particularly when paired with grilled meat. It is an unfiltered champagne.
For many centuries, Sillery has been renowned for producing the world's most highly sought-after still white wine in the Champagne region. Situated in Sillery, Champagne François Secondé is a winery with a cultivated land area of 5 hectares. As an independent winemaker and the sole harvester-maker and Champagne producer of authentic Sillery Champagne, Champagne François Secondé holds a unique position. At the age of 14, François Secondé left school and began his journey as an apprentice, eventually working as a vineyard laborer. He initially leased a vineyard and acquired his first one in 1972. Presently, Champagne François Secondé's vineyard is predominantly composed of 2/3 Pinot Noir and 1/3 Chardonnay grapes and is located in Sillery, Mailly-Champagne, Puilsieux et Verzenay. The vines, averaging 37 years of age, are cultivated using sustainable practices that prioritize environmental preservation.
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