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Francis Orban Millesime 2016
Francis Orban Millesime 2016
 
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Bottle-size : 75 cl

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Francis Orban (as a grower Champagne producer, or récoltant-manipulant) tends some 18 acres of south-facing vines in and around the villages of Leuvrigny and Sainte-Gemme. Soils are rich in sand and clay—different terroir than the chalky soils found around the Montagne de Reims or in the Côte de Blancs—a mix that suits Pinot Meunier vines well, and explains why the Marne Valley is the centerpoint of Meunier production. Some 90% of family vineyards are planted to Pinot Meunier, with the rest dedicated to Chardonnay. Vines are on average between 30 and 40 years old. Vineyards are cared for sustainably, and grapes harvested by hand. Grapes are pressed gently and fermented on indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled, stainless steel tanks. Francis adds some 50% of reserve wines to his non-vintage Champagnes, for wines of impressive depth, character and length.

Disgorged in April 2020 with three grams per liter dosage, the 2015 Extra Brut Millésimé bursts from the glass with aromas of pear, white peach, clear honey, fresh bread, white flowers and mint. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and enveloping, with a generous core of fruit, bright acids and an elegant pinpoint mousse, it's concentrated and charming. Wine Advocate 92 (2015)

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