Pehu Simonet

Fins Lieux n°7 Villers-Marmery Grand Cru 2015 | Bottle 75cl

Description

The Fins Lieux No. 7 Villers-Marmery Premier Cru 2015 cuvée from Champagne Péhu Simonet is a rarity in the estate's range: the only cuvée produced from a Premier Cru terroir. Entirely dedicated to Chardonnay from the Les Chouettes locality in Villers-Marmery, it reveals the purity and freshness of the eastern slopes of the Montagne de Reims. A straightforward, crystalline and vibrant blanc de blancs that illustrates David Péhu's precise vision.

The production of Champagne Péhu Simonet Fins Lieux n°7 Villers-Marmery Premier Cru 2015

With Fins Lieux No. 7, David Péhu wanted to isolate this unique terroir, which he had previously intended for trade, in order to highlight its pure and tense character. Vinified and aged entirely in stainless steel vats, without malolactic fermentation, this champagne faithfully reflects the minerality and precision of Villers-Marmery.

• The Chardonnay (100%) brings tension, brightness, and aromatic purity.

The terroir

The Les Chouettes vineyard is located in Villers-Marmery Premier Cru, on the eastern slope of the Montagne de Reims. The chalky soils, covered with thin layers of clay, give the Chardonnay a natural tension and straightforward energy. The exposure is balanced, offering slow ripening that promotes freshness. This vineyard, carefully cultivated using methods that respect living organisms, produces grapes of remarkable precision, marked by a unique floral and saline signature.

Vinification

Fermentation and aging are carried out in stainless steel vats to preserve the aromatic purity of the Chardonnay. True to the house style, no malolactic fermentation is sought in order to preserve the tension and liveliness of the wine. After vinification, the cuvée rests for several months on fine lees before bottling, then ages for a long time in the cellar. The Extra Brut dosage (3 g/L) highlights the straightforwardness and natural elegance of this champagne. Limited production of approximately 2,500 bottles.

The 2015 vintage

The year 2015 was marked by a hot, dry summer, preceded by a mild, wet winter. The grapes reached a beautiful maturity, while retaining a balanced acidity thanks to the cool nights at the end of the season. This generous vintage reveals full-bodied, precise, and luminous wines. In Fins Lieux No. 7, the Chardonnay expresses notes of ripe citrus, white flowers, and remarkable chalky tension. A sunny vintage, mastered by highly precise winemaking.

Tasting notes

• Color

  White gold with green highlights, typical of Chardonnay. Fine and lively effervescence. Limpid brilliance, a guarantee of freshness.

• Nose

  Fine and delicate. Aromasof fresh citrus, white flowers, and wet chalk. After aeration, notes of green apple and lemon zest appear.

• Palate

  Straightforward and lively attack. Crystal-clear texture, balancing tension and delicacy. Aromas of citrus, flowers, and a slight salinity that extends the finish. Long, clean, and elegant finish.

Serving suggestions

A pure and straightforward champagne, perfect as an aperitif or with seafood and delicate textures.

Appetizers

• Oysters No. 3 with lemon
• Sea bass tartare
• Comté cheese gougères

Main courses

• Pan-fried scallops
• Fillet of sole with lemon butter
• Roasted poultry with clear gravy

Desserts

• Light lemon tart
• Honey and almond apple
• Roasted white peach

Storage and serving

How to store this cuvée

Store the Fins Lieux n°7 Villers-Marmery 2015 cuvée at 10–12°C in a stable, humid cellar, away from light. This cuvée can be kept for 5 to 8 years. It will develop notes of fresh hazelnut, brioche, and honey while retaining its tension and precision.

Aging potential

Optimal window: 2025–2033. Between 2025 and 2028, the wine expresses its freshness and floral notes. From 2029 to 2033, it rounds out with nuances of fresh butter, almonds, and dried fruit. The Chardonnay always retains a subtle saline structure on the finish.

How to serve Fins Lieux n°7 2015?

We recommend serving Fins Lieux n°7 2015 at 9–10°C in a fine tulip glass. This temperature allows the finesse of the bubbles and the tension of the Chardonnay to express themselves.