The Psyché cuvée is a bold cuvée, reflecting Emeline De Sloovere's environmental approach in the southern hillsides of Épernay. It is a vibrant, pure, and deeply expressive champagne.
The production of Emeline De Sloovere Psyché Champagne
Psyché is made from Meunier and Chardonnay grapes grown on plots located on the hillsides of Épernay. The aromatic objective is to capture the freshness of Chardonnay and the fruity generosity of Meunier in a balance that is faithful to the estate's identity.
- Meunier (50%) brings fruitiness, roundness, and a full texture.
- Chardonnay (50%) brings tension, finesse, and mineral brightness.
The terroir
Psyché comes from the southern slopes of Épernay, between 120 and 350 meters above sea level. The clay-limestone soils give the wines a fresh structure and mouthwatering depth. The vineyard, cultivated using mass selection and densified at 9,000 vines/ha, is worked according to regenerative viticulture principles: plant cover, homemade compost, and plant-based treatments. This approach promotes biodiversity, revitalizes the soil, and reveals the identity of the terroir.
Vinification
Vinification is precise and minimalist, respecting the integrity of the fruit. Alcoholic and malolactic fermentation takes place in concrete and stainless steel vats, followed by 10 months of aging on fine lees. Inputs are kept to a minimum, sulfur is controlled (< 35 mg/L), and the wine is then aged for 36 months on lees in the bottle. The cuvée contains 20% perpetual reserve, initiated by Emeline's grandfather in the 1990s and 2000s. The Extra Brut dosage (3 g/L) preserves the wine's freshness and integrity.
Tasting notes
Color
Light gold with luminous highlights. Fine, persistent bubbles, reflecting controlled effervescence.
Nose
Fresh fruit, white flowers, delicate mineral notes. Hints of dried herbs and chalk underscore the aromatic purity.
Palate
Lively and balanced attack. Silky texture, airy fruitiness, precise tension. Persistent, fresh and elegant finish.
Food pairing
A bold yet delicate champagne, perfect for accompanying fresh, delicate, and slightly aromatic dishes.
- Stuffed zucchini flowers
- Sea bream tartare
- Comté cheese gougères
- Pan-fried scallops
- Light asparagus risotto
- Roasted free-range chicken
- Poached pear
- Citrus panna cotta
- Thin apple tart
Storage and serving
How to store this cuvée
The Psyché cuvée is best stored at 10–12°C in a dark, stable, and slightly humid (70%) cellar. Thanks to its long aging and balanced structure, it will evolve harmoniously for more than 5 years, gaining in complexity and texture.
Aging potential
Aging potential: 6 to 8 years. In the first 3 years, Psyché expresses its floral freshness and tension. Between 4 and 6 years, it develops nuances of dried fruit and light honey. At the end of its aging period, it gains in fullness and aromatic depth.
How to serve Psyché
We recommend serving Psyché at 10–12°C in a tulip or slightly tapered glass. A short aeration in the glass allows it to express its silky texture and mineral nuances.
