Champagne Oudiette x Filles | "Les Sablonnieres" Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut

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Oudiette x Filles is the realization of a dream of third-generation vigneronne Margot Laurent, with the support of her sister, Charlotte, and mother, Florence. Historically, Champagne is a wine region built on the talent, resilience, and resourcefulness of women. Oudiette x Filles is a celebration of that legacy, inspired by the example of their grandmother. 

Margot’s project is a micro-winery focused on absolute expression of her terroir through singular vineyards, vintages, grape varieties, and wines, without manipulation or additions. Margot took over the tiny family estate in 2015, which consists of 2.5 hectares split into nine plots of chardonnay and pinot noir located primarily in the Val du Petit Morin, south of Épernay, near the village of Beaunay. 

Grape Variety & Terroir: Made from 100% Pinot Noir, the 'Les Sablonnières' cuvée comes from a tiny plot (23.64 ares) near the village of Beaunay in the Coteaux du Petit Morin. The parcel has a south-southwestern exposure at 200m planted to pinot noir and pinot noir droit (a small-berried clone prized for its structure) on sandy-clay topsoils, over a chalky subsoil. 

Vinification & Aging: After a manual harvest in August 2019, grapes were taken to a state-of-the-art press house located just five minutes from her vineyards in the village of Vert-Toulon, where they were pressed in a Coquard press with an inclined plate (the latest generation of Coquard). Only the heart, or the coeur de cuvée, of the first pressing is utilized. 90% of primary fermentation occurs in used (5-7 years old) 228L Burgundy oak barrels, and 10% in new barrels, without fining, filtration, or cold stabilization. Malolactic fermentation is natural and spontaneous in the barrel. Wines are naturally stabilized and aged for ten months in the same oak barrels with bâtonnage three times. Aged 36 months in bottle before disgorgement and a dosage of 3g/L from concentrated grape must from her vineyards. 

Flavor Profile: The 2019 vintage of Oudiette x Filles 'Les Sablonnières' Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Champagne is dry, with 4.0g/L residual sugar and a touch of malic acid. The wine presents pronounced aromas of orange blossom, poached pear, bubblegum, and gardenia. On the palate, it is bone dry with a chalky backbone, complemented by hints of bubblegum and plumeria, offering a warm and inviting profile. 

Pairings: This Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Champagne pairs well with a variety of dishes, including pork, poultry, rich fish like salmon and tuna, spicy foods, and mild cheeses. Its aromatic profile and balanced acidity make it versatile for different culinary experiences. 

Key Details:

• Grape Variety: 100% Pinot Noir
• Region: Beaunay, Côte des Blancs, Champagne, France
• Farming Practices: Practicing Organic
• Body: Medium-bodied
• Aging: Aged in used and new 228L Burgundy oak barrels; aged 36 months in bottle
• Alcohol Content: 11.9% ABV
• Aging Potential: Best enjoyed within 2-3 years of vintage

Oudiette x Filles 'Les Sablonnières' Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Champagne offers a refined and aromatic experience, showcasing the unique terroir of Beaunay and the winemaker's commitment to quality and expression.