Bereche et Fils Rive Gauche, Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut, Champagne, France 2022

A rare, single-vineyard Champagne from the acclaimed grower house Bérêche et Fils, Rive Gauche showcases the extraordinary character of old-vine Pinot Meunier from Mareuil-le-Port in the Vallée de la Marne. Sourced from vines planted in 1969, this distinctive Blanc de Noirs opens with aromas of ripe pear, peach and citrus zest, layered with dried flowers, ginger, toasted almond and delicate pastry notes. The palate is beautifully textured and precise, balancing generous fruit with vibrant acidity, chalky minerality and a long, saline finish. Fermented in small oak barrels and aged on the lees, it offers depth and complexity without sacrificing freshness. A compelling, limited-production Champagne for those who appreciate grower-producer craftsmanship and the singular expression of Pinot Meunier.