Pinot-Chevauchet - Joyeuse (Demi)

The signature entry cuvée of Pinot-Chevauchet, and one of the most decorated in the range. A Brut assembled from 80% Pinot Meunier and 20% Chardonnay, all grown on the calcareous-clay terroir of Moussy and Pierry Premier Cru, just 4km from Épernay. Blended from the 2019, 2018 and 2017 harvests, aged five years on lees. The house is an independent grower for four generations, using 100% of its own grapes, no buying or selling to négociants. Sulphite levels are exceptionally low at around 25 mg/l. Awarded one star in the Hachette Guide 2023 and 2024, and recognised by Gault & Millau 2026.

Tasting notes: Brilliant gold-yellow with fine bubbles and a long-lasting crown. On the nose: round, with pastry and dried fruit notes and the mineral signature of the flint-stone terroir. On the palate: fresh and buttery with honey and dried fruit aromas, finishing with the characteristic mineral flinty taste of Moussy.

Food pairing: The ideal aperitif champagne. Also available in Demi-Sec for a sweeter style.

Details:

• Blending: 80% Pinot Meunier / 20% Chardonnay
  
• Terroir: Moussy + Pierry, Premier Cru — calcareous-clay with flint
  
• Base vintages: 2019, 2018, 2017
  
• Fermentation: Partial malolactic
  
• Ageing: 5 years minimum on lees + 1 year after disgorgement
  
• Sulphites: ~25 mg/l (very low)
  
• Dosage: 6.5 g/l — Brut (also available Demi-Sec)
  
• Viticulture: HVE certified
  
• Distinctions: Gold Medal Lyon 2012 & 2015 / Silver Medal Elle à Table 2019 / Hachette Guide 2023 ★ / Hachette Guide 2024 ★ / Gault & Millau 2026
  

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