Champagne Egly-Ouriet 1er Cru Les Vignes de Vrigny NV blaye 29 Hectares on Arnaud's estate

29 Hectares on Arnaud's estate

The soil profile comprises alluvial grey-brown loam over limestone – specifically Blanche Point Formation with Tortachilla Limestone

accompanied by a hint of bitterness

while filigree textures weave throughout

From a collection of old vines (50 years old) consisting mainly of Grenache

Champagne Egly-Ouriet 1er Cru Les Vignes de Vrigny NV blaye 29 Hectares on Arnaud's estateAs always, this is 100% Pinot Meunier from a single, 40 year old, south facing vineyard in Vrigny, a commune located on the Petite Montagne de Reims (very close to Gueux, where Jrme Prvost is based). Straight Pinot Meunier remains a rarity in Champagne, and in Eglys hands it is something unique. Low yields, old vines and ripe fruit make this one of the most intense, layered and opulent Meunier wines kicking around. Its spicy, fruity, fleshy, yet very