Adrien Renoir

Le Terroir (Vendange 2022) | Magnum 150cl

Description

Adrien Renoir'sLe Terroir champagne (2022 vintage), presented here in magnum format, embodies the purest expression of the Verzy Grand Cru. A true concentrate of the Montagne de Reims, it combines the chalky integrity of the terroir with the aromatic depth brought by Adrien Renoir's winemaking. The large format amplifies its balance, prolongs its tension, and gives it exceptional aging potential.

The production of Adrien Renoir's Le Terroir champagne (2022 harvest) in magnum format

Blend

Designed with balance and purity in mind, this champagne brings together the two sides of Verzy. Pinot Noir provides structure and body, while Chardonnay expresses minerality and verticality. This binary blend creates a harmonious framework, enhanced by the slow evolution of the large format.

• Pinot Noir (50%) provides structure, fullness, and spicy nuances.
• Chardonnay (50%) brings freshness, citrus brightness, and chalky tension.

The terroir

Exclusively sourced from the Verzy Grand Cru (Montagne de Reims), the wine derives its uniqueness from the chalky, compact soils of the mid-slope. The chalk regulates water and temperature, promoting dense grapes with slow ripening andracy acidity. This matrix gives the wine its straightforward energy and saline relief.

Vinification

Fermentation takes place mainly in stainless steel vats (80%) to preserve the purity of the fruit, supplemented by 20% in oak barrels, which round out the texture and enrich the aromatic complexity. The reserve wines (20%), aged in large oak casks, ensure the stylistic continuity of the estate.

Disgorging is carried out after a long rest on lees, and the dosage is maintained at 1.6 g/L, the estate's Extra Brut signature. In magnums, the evolution is slower and more gradual, preserving freshness while gaining density and precision.

The 2022 vintage

Marked by a hot, dry climate, the 2022 harvest produced grapes of perfect maturity and balanced acidity. In Verzy, the Pinot Noirs display deep fleshiness, while the Chardonnays retain their mineral brilliance. The vintage is distinguished by its balance, luminosity, and salty length—qualities that are magnified in the magnum format.

Tasting notes

• Color

  The color of "Le Terroir (2022 harvest)" in magnum is a light golden yellow with silvery highlights. The fine, persistent bubbles reflect patient aging and integrated effervescence.

• Nose

  The nose opens with notes of lemon zest, hawthorn blossom, and yellow apple, enriched with a touch of fine brioche and toasted almonds. With aeration, nuances of wet chalk and candied lemon appear.

• Palate

  The palate combines chalky integrity with a velvety texture. The extremely fine bubbles support flavors of white fruit and fresh butter. The long, salty finish reveals vibrant minerality and beautiful depth.

Serving suggestions

Appetizer bites

• Fine oysters with lemon caviar
• Blini with smoked salmon and fresh herbs
• Mini sea bream tartare with cilantro

Maincourses

• Sole fillet with white butter sauce
• Bresse chicken stuffed with truffles
• Green asparagus and lemon risotto

Desserts

• Light lemon meringue pie
• Grand Marnier soufflé
• Almond financier

Serving and storage tips

Serving

Serve the magnum at 10–11°C in a tulip glass or a white wine glass with a wide opening. A short aeration will reveal the buttery and mineral notes while preserving the freshness of the vintage.

Storage

Thanks to its size, the magnum evolves more slowly than a standard bottle. It can be stored for 10 to 15 years in a cool cellar (40–54 °F), lying down and away from light. It will then develop aromas of light honey, dried fruit, and white truffle.