The Cumières Premier Cru Brut Nature cuvée from Champagne Georges Laval is one of the most elegant expressions of the Cumières terroir. A blend of the three main Champagne grape varieties, it is a vibrant, precise champagne with great depth.
The production of Georges Laval Cumières Premier Cru Brut Nature Champagne
This cuvée comes exclusively from Premier Cru plots in Cumières, where the grapes are harvested at perfect maturity. The aim of this cuvée is to produce a faithful interpretation of the Cumières terroir.
The terroir
The grapes come from south-facing slopes in the heart of the Marne Valley. The Cumières terroir is renowned for its deep chalk, light soils, and warm microclimate. Certified organic since 1971, the plots are meticulously tended: natural grass cover, plowing between rows, preserved biodiversity, and careful control of yields. This approach produces intense, straightforward wines marked by a natural salinity.
Vinification
Vinification follows the house's unchanging principles: traditional press, alcoholic fermentation in 1- to 20-year-old barrels with indigenous yeasts, weekly topping up, no fining or filtration. After blending, the second fermentation takes place in the bottle, then the wine rests for a long time on its lees to gain depth and precision. Disgorging is carried out without dosage (Brut Nature), preserving the aromatic integrity of the terroir.
Tasting notes
Color
Bright golden color, fine and regular effervescence, reflecting a ripe and perfectly crafted wine.
Nose
Pure and precise. Notes of ripe fruit, white flowers, a touch of citrus, wet chalk, and delicate spices. A clear and profound expression of the terroir.
Palate
Full-bodied attack, controlled vinosity, energetic texture. Aromas of white fruit, citrus, a hint of light honey, supported by a mineral and saline structure. Long, straightforward and perfectly balanced finish.
Food pairing
A racy, taut cuvée, ideal for pairings that combine purity, precision, and finesse. Perfect with seafood, raw dishes, or slightly salty foods.
- Flat oysters from Brittany
- Scallop tartare with lemon
- Sea bream sashimi
- Grilled sea bass fillet
- Roasted free-range poultry
- Seafood platter
- Poached apple with honey
- Fresh white peach
- Citrus tart
Storage and serving
How to store this cuvée
Store Cumières Premier Cru Brut Nature at 10–12°C in a dark, stable cellar. Thanks to its structure and oak aging, it will develop greater depth and complexity over 6 to 10 years, revealing notes of dried fruit and even more pronounced tension.
Aging potential
Aging potential: 6 to 10 years. In the early years, the wine expresses its tension and aromatic frankness. After 4–6 years, it gains roundness, spicy notes, and complexity. At the end of its aging period, it develops an elegant maturity and assertive minerality.
How to serve Cumières Premier Cru Brut Nature
Serve Cumières Premier Cru Brut Nature at 54–56°F in a thin tulip glass or a universal glass. Light aeration will highlight its purity, chalky energy, and controlled vinosity.
