Lacourte Godbillon Champagne 1er Cru Mi Pentes Extra Brut

Lacourte Godbillon Champagne 1er Cru Mi Pentes Extra Brut is a refined, terroir-driven grower Champagne crafted from Pinot Noir vines on premier cru slopes. This cuvée is all about precision and energy, offering a bone-dry style that still feels generous and textured. It reflects the house’s philosophy of showcasing individual parcels and minimal intervention, giving you a clear window into one of Champagne’s most expressive hillsides.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Mi Pentes pours a luminous, pale gold with fine, persistent bubbles that stream elegantly to the surface. The nose opens with fresh red apple, citrus zest and crushed chalk, followed by notes of white flowers, subtle red berries, toasted brioche and a faint hint of hazelnut. On the palate, this Extra Brut is taut and focused, with a vibrant, chalky backbone from its premier cru origins. Flavors of lemon confit, blood orange and ripe pear mingle with hints of stone fruit and gentle spice, all wrapped in a creamy yet precise mousse. The very low dosage lets the Pinot Noir speak clearly, offering both depth and tension. The finish is long, saline and mouthwatering, suggesting excellent aging potential over the next 5–8 years for those who enjoy added complexity, while remaining highly enjoyable now for its purity and drive.

Production
Mi Pentes is sourced from Lacourte Godbillon’s premier cru vineyards in the Montagne de Reims, primarily around Ecueil, where Pinot Noir thrives on chalky subsoils mixed with sand and clay on well-exposed slopes. The terroir delivers both ripeness and a distinctive mineral line that defines the wine. Grapes are harvested by hand to ensure pristine fruit selection. In the cellar, the base wines are vinified parcel by parcel, typically in temperature-controlled stainless steel and, for select lots, neutral oak to add texture without overt wood character. A portion of reserve wines is blended in to add depth and consistency before secondary fermentation in bottle and extended lees aging, which builds complexity and a fine, persistent mousse. The Extra Brut dosage is kept very low to preserve the wine’s purity and express the premier cru terroir with maximum clarity.

Food & Serving
This Champagne is an excellent partner for refined yet flavorful dishes. Try it with oysters, scallop crudo or sashimi to highlight its saline, mineral edge; it also pairs beautifully with tuna tartare, smoked salmon, sushi, or delicate poultry dishes and veal carpaccio. On the cheese board, choose aged Comté, goat cheese or lightly creamy cow’s milk cheeses. Serve well-chilled at around 8–10°C (46–50°F). A brief 10–15 minutes in a decanter or simply in the glass as it warms slightly will help the aromas unfurl and reveal the full complexity of this Extra Brut.

Producer
Lacourte Godbillon is a respected grower-producer based in the Montagne de Reims, in the heart of Champagne, France. Working primarily with their own premier cru vineyards, the family focuses on Pinot Noir and a vineyard-first philosophy that emphasizes sustainable practices and meticulous viticulture. Over the years, they have earned a strong reputation among Champagne enthusiasts for crafting characterful, terroir-expressive cuvées that stand apart from larger houses. Their commitment to careful parcel selection, low-intervention winemaking and low dosage has made Lacourte Godbillon a benchmark name for those seeking authentic, grower Champagne with precision, energy and a clear sense of place.

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