Crushed and Cured
Sophie Baron Champagne Grande Réserve Brut
The Meunier dominant blend gives richness and red berry fruit to this crisp and lively Champagne.
Sophie Baron Champagne comes from a family-run property in Charly-sur-Marne. The Champagne is named after Sophie, the daughter of the founders Gabriel and Dolorès.
Charly-sur-Marne lies a mere 50 kilometres east of Paris along the Vallée de la Marne sub-region. 38 hectares of sustainably managed vineyards that are largely planted with Meunier, the dominant grape in the region.
The Grand Réserve is fermented in temperature controlled stainless steel and undergoes malolactic fermentation to give it roundness. It is aged on its lees for three years and has a balanced dosage of 10g/l residual sugar.
Country: France
Region: Champagne
Vintage: NV
Grape Variety: Meunier (60%), Chardonnay (30%), Pinot Noir (10%)
ABV: 12.5%
Size: 750ml
Producer: Baron Family