{"product_id":"tristan-hyest-champagne-blanc-de-noirs-les-vignes-de-trelou-extra-brut","title":"Tristan Hyest Champagne Blanc de Noirs Les Vignes de Trelou Extra Brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eTristan Hyest Champagne Blanc de Noirs Les Vignes de Trélou Extra Brut is a characterful grower Champagne crafted entirely from dark-skinned grapes, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir. Sourced from estate vines around the village of Trélou-sur-Marne, it offers a vivid snapshot of the Vallée de la Marne’s terroir in a precise, dry style. This cuvée stands out for its combination of depth, tension, and savory complexity, making it a compelling alternative to larger, more commercial Champagnes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Les Vignes de Trélou shows a luminous, pale gold color with delicate, persistent bubbles forming a fine mousse. The nose is expressive and refined, opening with ripe orchard fruit—pear, yellow apple, and Mirabelle plum—layered with notes of citrus zest, white flowers, fresh brioche, and a gentle nuttiness. Subtle hints of red berry, chalk, and spice underline its Blanc de Noirs origin.\n\nOn the palate, this Extra Brut is dry and incisive, yet surprisingly generous in texture. Ripe fruit flavors of apple, quince, and citrus intertwine with toasted almond, biscuit, and a faint touch of redcurrant, carried by a vibrant mineral backbone. The Pinot Meunier brings juiciness and charm, while the Pinot Noir contributes structure and length. The finish is long, saline, and mouthwatering, with a clean, chalky grip that invites another sip. While it is beautifully approachable now, the balance of fruit, acidity, and low dosage suggests that it will gain additional complexity over the next 3–5 years in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLes Vignes de Trélou is sourced from estate parcels around the village of Trélou-sur-Marne in the Vallée de la Marne, an area known for its clay-limestone and sandy soils over chalk that particularly favor Pinot Meunier. Vines are carefully tended, often with a sustainable, low-intervention mindset, and grapes are harvested by hand to ensure optimal ripeness and strict selection. In the cellar, the two varieties are gently pressed and vinified separately in stainless steel and\/or neutral vessels to preserve purity of fruit, followed by blending and a slow second fermentation in bottle. The wine rests on its lees for an extended period to build texture and complexity before disgorgement, with a very low Extra Brut dosage to let the terroir and natural tension shine through.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Champagne is a versatile partner at the table, pairing beautifully with oysters, scallops, and sashimi, as well as lightly smoked fish, tempura, and refined poultry dishes. Its structure and savory edge also work well with charcuterie, aged hard cheeses, and dishes featuring mushrooms or truffle. Serve well-chilled but not icy, ideally around 8–10°C (46–50°F), to allow the aromatics to open. A brief 10–15 minutes in the glass or a short, gentle decanting in a chilled carafe can help the wine fully express its layers, especially if enjoyed with a meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTristan Hyest is an independent grower-producer based in Trélou-sur-Marne in Champagne’s Vallée de la Marne, an area historically renowned for the quality of its Pinot Meunier. Working primarily with family vineyards, Hyest focuses on crafting terroir-driven Champagnes that reflect individual parcels and the character of each vintage. By controlling every stage from vineyard to bottle, he stands firmly within the grower-Champagne movement that has brought new energy and authenticity to the region. His cuvées, often low in dosage and made with meticulous attention to detail, have gained recognition among enthusiasts seeking distinctive, artisanal Champagnes with real personality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tristan Hyest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255238512977,"sku":"XW-18073","price":55.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/tristan-hyest-champagne-blanc-de-noirs-les-vignes-de-trelou-extra-brut_18073_1_2dd7ce96-0341-4505-a531-15a593d76cd1.webp?v=1783457643","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/tristan-hyest-champagne-blanc-de-noirs-les-vignes-de-trelou-extra-brut","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}