Charles Orban Champagne, Carte Noire Brut

Blend: 40% Meunier – 30% Chardonnay – 30% Pinot noir. A clear golden colour, fine, elegant bubbles. A delicate nose dominated by citrus fruit, with hints of fudge. Superb length, smooth with brioche aromas and subtle notes of honey, pine nuts and light tobacco. Pairs well with shellfish, crab, and lobster.

Winery: Charles Orban
Appellation: Champagne
Average age of vines: 35 years
Farming Methods: Conventional
Maturation: 30 months
Soil: Clay/chalk
Varietal: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier
Vineyard Orientation: Southern
Vineyard Size: 25 hectares

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Charles Orban Champagne, Carte Noire Brut NV	90 Wine Spectator A note of woodsy smoke underscores flavors of tangy plum, candied kumquat, white peach and fresh ginger in this mouthwatering Champagne, backed by firm, citrusy acidity. Drink now through 2019. 5,000 cases made, 300 cases imported. 91 Decanter Based in Troissy, in the Marne Valley, the Rapeneau family, who own this grower label, has been farming grapes here since 1770. This round, creamy fruit-forward blend is based on the 2020 vintage and delivers sweet citrus and Granny Smith apple and a zippy acid line.	Bottle Image Label Image Shelf Talker Tech Sheet