NV Francoise Bedel Extra Brut Entre Ciel et Terre

 

Disgorged March 2018

60 months on the lees

12% abv

50% pinot noir, 35% pinot meunier, 15% chardonnay

Dosage not listed on label

First time trying this producer based on recommendation from Donald Pennet.

Bedel is recognized for her pinot meunier, which is sourced from vineyards in the western reaches of the Marne Valley near the village of Charly-sur-Marne.

Let this wine open up and it will reveal intriguing complexity as it warms in the glass. Very shy nose, but has a lovely saline citrus character up front on the palate with sous bois accent and hints of nuttiness on the finish.

Paired deliciously with fried chicken.