Pauline Collin Bereche Champagne 1er Cru Montagne De Reims Ludes Vieilles Vignes Vintage 2020

Pauline Collin Bérêche Champagne 1er Cru Montagne de Reims Ludes Vieilles Vignes is a characterful Extra Brut that showcases the depth and finesse of old-vine Champagne. Made from a refined blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and a touch of Petit Meslier, it reflects the precision and heritage of the Ludes terroir, with the kind of complexity that only mature vines and patient cellar work can deliver.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, it shows a bright straw-yellow color with a fine, persistent mousse. The nose is expressive and layered, combining ripe fruit aromas with elegant notes of crusty bread and subtle autolytic nuances from extended lees aging. The palate is fresh, structured, and persistent, with a dry, refined profile and a lively line of acidity that keeps everything in balance. Old-vine concentration gives the wine impressive depth and a long, inviting finish that makes each sip feel complete while still leaving you wanting more. It has excellent aging potential, especially for those who enjoy Champagne as it develops greater nuance and savoury complexity over time.

Production
This Champagne comes from 1er Cru Ludes in the Montagne de Reims, where the chalk-rich soils and cool climate help preserve freshness while allowing the grapes to ripen with precision. The use of old vines adds concentration and aromatic complexity, while the blend of 60% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay, and 5% Petit Meslier brings structure, elegance, and a distinctive regional identity. The Extra Brut style suggests a minimal-dosage approach, allowing the vineyard character and cellar craftsmanship to shine through.

Food & Serving
An excellent match for oysters, shellfish, sashimi, roast chicken, or dishes with creamy sauces and delicate texture. Serve well chilled at around 8–10°C to highlight its freshness and fine bubbles, and consider a short decant only if you want to soften its more tightly wound youthful edge—though it is perfectly enjoyable straight from the bottle as well.

Producer
Pauline Collin Bérêche is associated with one of Champagne’s most respected grower-producer traditions, known for meticulous viticulture and wines that balance energy, depth, and terroir expression. The Bérêche name carries significant weight in Champagne for its attention to old vines, careful cellar work, and consistently high-quality releases that have earned strong recognition among enthusiasts and collectors.

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