Sparkling Wines Champagne Pertois-Moriset - Les Quatre Terroirs

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Pertois-Moriset’s Champagne Grand Cru “Cuvée Les Quatre Terroirs” is an exquisite non-vintage blanc de blancs, crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. As a Grand Cru cuvée, it draws fruit from some of the most prestigious villages in the Champagne region, each contributing their distinctive character to the blend. The “Les Quatre Terroirs” name suggests a mosaic of four remarkable sites, bringing complexity and depth. Chardonnay here is typically pressed gently and fermented at cool temperatures to preserve its delicate aromatics, then matured on the lees to enrich the texture before secondary fermentation in the bottle provides its fine mousse. Being brut, this Champagne maintains an invigorating freshness while allowing the subtle richness of the fruit and mineral undertones to express themselves.

Champagne, in the north-east of France, is renowned for its cool, marginal climate and chalky soils, both of which are ideal for cultivating high-acidity, aromatic Chardonnay grapes. The region’s history as the spiritual home of sparkling wine is built on centuries of craftsmanship, where vine-growing know-how and technical innovation meet. Grand Cru vineyards, representing the pinnacle of quality, yield fruit of excellent concentration and purity, particularly from the Côte des Blancs where Blanc de Blancs Champagnes truly shine, revealing characteristic citrus, white flower, and toasted brioche notes.

As a refined Blanc de Blancs, “Cuvée Les Quatre Terroirs” is wonderfully versatile at table. Its lively acidity and taut minerality make it a classic partner for seafood: try it with fresh oysters, scallops tartare or a delicate lemon sole meunière. It also elevates regional fare such as gougères or a light Comté cheese soufflé. For a more contemporary match, enjoy it with sushi or sashimi, where its precision and elegance will truly shine.

For optimal enjoyment, serve this Champagne well chilled, ideally at 8-10°C, in flutes or white wine glasses to allow the aromas to blossom. Take the time to savour the persistent bubbles and complex palate, perhaps as an apéritif or to mark a special occasion.