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Legrand-Latour Eocene
The Eocene. 75% Meunier. Needs time. Worth every minute.
ALLOCATION III
Mystic-Driven · Eocene Epoch · Blanc de Noirs
Producer
Legrand-Latour names this cuvée after the Eocene epoch — the overarching geological period that encompasses all of their site's geological history. Their winemaking is artisanal throughout: oak aging, no additives, extended lees aging across every cuvée.
✨ Mystic· 🪨 Stone
Mystic primary — a wine described as 'more a great white than a Champagne' that rewards advance opening and patient attention is categorically Mystic. Stone secondary — the specific marl, clay, and sand geology of Verneuil gives this wine a mineral character unlike standard Champagne chalk.
Tasting note
75% Meunier and 25% Chardonnay from Verneuil. Disgorged April 2021. Opened 30 minutes early without decanting — the Meunier's pastry notes emerge slowly. A wine that needs advance opening and rewards patience. Described by those who know it as more a great white than a Champagne.
Details
Grape Pinot Noir
Region Champagne · Côte des Bar
Vintage 2018
Country France
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    2018 Legrand-Latour Blanc de Noirs — Eocene

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    user Derniere-Volonte on reddit: “More a great white than a Champagne. Legrand Latour is a great grower Champagne house, on the terroirs of Verneuil. Eocene is made of 75% Meunier and 25% Chardonnay, with a disgorging in April 21.

    This wine really needs an opening in advance. It was opened 30 minutes beforehand, without decanting at first. The Meunier's pastry notes started to show up, with a very winey texture and slight bitters. The bubbles were extremely delicate and fine, which is always a pleasure. Following the recommandation of a friend, I decided to slowly decant it for another half hour. The wine really opened up at this stage, keeping its' delicate structure and opening up to a true Meunier wonder. In my opinion it is one of the most interesting grape varieties in Champagne, Eocene being no exception. The wine became very complex, with this delicate and elegant structure, saline notes mixed with the richness of Meunier and a gorgeous acidity keeping everything fresh. The finale kept these bitters with a nice viscosity that is the sign of great wines.

    This is a wonderful Champagne to have for Champagne nerds.”

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