Alexandre Bonnet 'La Foret' Rose des Riceys 2020
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$66.00
The History of the Alexandre Bonnet Champagne House goes back a long way in the stunning village of Les Riceys. With three Appellations d’Origione controlee (Controlled designation of origin), The place is unique in the world of winemaking and is an exception in Champagne. It is located in Les Riceys, a magnificent medieval town at the gateway to Burgundy. Though the heart of the region, far away from the watchful gaze of Reims and Epernay, oscillated for many years between Champagne and Burgundy, its 866 hectares of vines eventually became the largest wine growing village in Champagne
The village is nestled in the far reaches of the Laignes valley, at the doors of Burgundy. The rolling hillsides emerged during the Jurassic period and growers have been tending its vineyards patiently for centuries. Its name and history are plural, but its reputation is unique: Les Riceys.
On the steepest slopes of Champagne, the Kimmeridgian limestone soil of Les Riceys imparts a unique and renowned flavour on the wines made there creating elegant and complex aromas while retaining a generosity of fruit in the wine. The excellence of its Pinot Noirs has earnt three AOCs: Champagne, Coteaux Champenois and Rosé des Riceys. Domaine Alexandre Bonnet has become the symbol and emblem of this unique terroir.
Semicarbonic maceration for 4 days. Maturation of 20% in piece burgundy for 10 months, then 2 years in bottle. Transparent ruby red. Intense, rich, with distinct fruit tones: raspberry, strawberry, with a light menthol and white pepper note. Vigorous tasting and good freshness, not acidic but saline. Beautiful definition, powerful and intense expression.
Producer: Alexandre Bonnet
Country: France
Region: Champagne
Varietal: Pinot Noir
Appellation: Rose des Riceys
Vintage: 2020
Size: 750ml