Regis Poissinet Champagne Terre d'Irizee Extra Brut

Regis Poissinet Champagne Terre d'Irizée Extra Brut is a characterful grower Champagne that showcases the expressive side of Pinot Meunier, lifted by the finesse of Chardonnay. Sourced from carefully tended parcels in the Champagne region of France, it delivers a precise, dry style with real depth and a sense of place. Crafted in small quantities, Terre d’Irizée is ideal for those seeking a distinctive alternative to big-house Champagne, with a focus on terroir and purity.

Tasting Notes
In the glass, Terre d’Irizée shows a luminous pale gold hue with fine, persistent bubbles forming a delicate mousse. The nose is inviting and complex, opening with notes of ripe orchard fruits—pear, yellow apple, and mirabelle plum—layered with citrus zest, white flowers, and hints of toasted brioche, almond and chalky minerality. On the palate, this Extra Brut is precise and vibrant, with the generosity of Pinot Meunier bringing supple fruit and texture, while Chardonnay adds tension, lift, and a saline edge. Expect flavors of juicy stone fruit, lemon curd and crunchy apple, overlaid with subtle pastry, hazelnut and wet stone. The low dosage keeps the wine dry and incisive, with a long, mouthwatering finish that feels both refined and energizing. Enjoyable now for its freshness and focus, it also has the structure to develop additional complexity over the next 3–6 years.

Production
Terre d’Irizée is sourced from vineyards in the Champagne region, with a strong presence of Pinot Meunier from the Vallée de la Marne, complemented by Chardonnay from cooler, chalk-rich sites. The soils—primarily chalk, clay, and limestone—provide both tension and depth, allowing Meunier to express ripe fruit while retaining freshness. Grapes are harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to preserve delicate aromatics and ensure careful selection in the vineyard. In the cellar, the must is gently pressed and vinified in stainless steel and/or neutral vessels to highlight purity rather than oak influence. The base wines typically undergo extended aging on the lees before secondary fermentation in bottle, followed by a lengthy period sur lattes to build texture, complexity, and fine bead. The Extra Brut dosage is kept low, allowing the natural balance of fruit, acidity, and minerality to shine.

Food & Serving
This Champagne is a versatile food partner, working beautifully with refined appetizers and seafood dishes. Try it with oysters, scallop crudo, sashimi, or simple shellfish platters; it also pairs wonderfully with lightly smoked fish, sushi, poultry terrines, or soft-rind cheeses like brie and camembert. For something more substantial, serve alongside roast chicken, creamy risotto, or dishes featuring mushrooms and truffles to echo the wine’s savory undertones. Serve well-chilled at around 8–10°C (46–50°F). A brief 10–15 minutes in a decanter, or simply allowing the wine to open in the glass, can help reveal additional layers of fruit and complexity.

Producer
Regis Poissinet is a quality-driven grower-producer based in the Champagne region of France, known for championing Pinot Meunier and crafting characterful, terroir-expressive wines. Working predominantly with estate-grown fruit, the domaine focuses on meticulous vineyard care—often using sustainable or organic-inspired practices—to ensure healthy, concentrated grapes. In the cellar, Regis Poissinet favors precision and minimal intervention, allowing the personality of each parcel and vintage to emerge clearly in the glass. The estate has gained increasing recognition among Champagne enthusiasts for its refined, gastronomic styles and for contributing to the wider movement of independent grower Champagnes that highlight place over branding.

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