Franck Bonville - Les Belles Voyes 2016

A historic plot of Franck Bonville, a testament to the family heritage. The lieu-dit Les Belles Voyes sits on the mid-slope of Oger Grand Cru, one of the great Côte des Blancs villages. This is the only cuvée in the range vinified entirely in 228L Burgundy barrels, a deliberate choice to honour the unique character of this single parcel and add a layer of complexity that only oak can bring to Chardonnay of this quality. The 2019 vintage: an early spring with frost conditions, but the mid-slope position of Les Belles Voyes protected it. A hot and dry summer with heatwave episodes led to early ripening, harvested 19 September 2019. Five and a half years on lees. Disgorged December 2025.

Tasting notes: On the nose: white and exotic fruits. On the palate: full-bodied, with the complexity of the Oger terroir unfolding in more generous, pastry-like notes. The Les Belles Voyes parcel and its distinctive barrel vinification are recognisable through the spicy characteristics and long finish, sustained by a fresh and precise backbone.

Food pairing: A contemplative champagne for exceptional occasions. Outstanding with fine fish, shellfish, veal sweetbread, soft-rind cheeses and dishes with white truffle or morel.

Details:

• Blending: 100% Chardonnay Grand Cru
  
• Terroir: Lieu-dit Les Belles Voyes, Oger Grand Cru — mid-slope
  
• Vintage: 2019 (harvested 19 September)
  
• Vinification: Entirely in 228L Burgundy barrels
  
• Ageing: 5.5 years on lees
  
• Disgorgement: December 2025
  
• Dosage: 1.7 g/l — Extra-Brut
  

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