Vouette & Sorbée Saignee de Sorbee, Extra Brut, Champagne

Vouette & Sorbées Saignée de Sorbée is a rare Champagne made entirely from Pinot Noir grown on biodynamic slopes in Buxières-sur-Arce, in the Côte des Bar. Bertrand Gautherot farms his vineyards as one might a grand cru Burgundy site, with deep respect for soil life and for the natural expression of the vineyard. This cuvée comes from a single parcel, Sorbée, named for the wild service trees that border the vines. The juice is drawn using the traditional saignée method, where colour and structure come from gentle skin contact rather than blending. Fermentation occurs with indigenous yeasts in used oak barrels, followed by extended lees ageing and minimal dosage. The result is a Champagne of depth and savoury tension, with red fruit, pomegranate and subtle spice notes on the nose, a palate that feels vinous and complete, and a dry, finely structured finish that reflects its grower's precision and conviction.