JM Sélèque 2018 Soliste Meunier Rosé Pierry 1er Cru Les Charmiers Extra Brut Champagne

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This rosé delivers a rare combination of parcel-driven complexity, Meunier character, and vinous intensity—all shaped by hillside terroir and extended élevage. With its layered fruit, earthy spice, chalky minerality, and savoury structure, it’s a standout Champagne for the epicure seeking depth and terroir expression. 🍇 Terroir & Identity A single‑parcel rosé from the Les Charmiers lieu‑dit in Pierry (Premier Cru), comprising 100 % Pinot Meunier, planted between 1964 and 1971 on a ridge of flinty clay and Campanian chalk soils  Vines are exposed to wind (25‑30% slope), bringing freshness and elegance  🛠️ Vinification & Aging Grapes are destemmed and undergo an 18-hour cold maceration on skins, then vinified 100% in 350 L oak barrels  Aged for ~10 months on lees, bottled under cork for secondary fermentation, then matured ~4 years on lees before extra‑brut disgorgement (~2 g/L dosage)  Production is tiny—~2,000 bottles only  👃 Aromatic Profile Deep, vinous nose with berry fruit (raspberry, red apple), hints of plum, spice, brioche, and subtle smoky/clay notes  Floral nuances and a savory mineral edge shine through, offering complexity and depth  👅 Palate & Texture Full-bodied and concentrated, yet elegant. The palate delivers rich red fruit flavors—raspberry, plum, red apple—woven with spicy, earthy tones and a creamy mousse . High acidity and notable chalky minerality drive a focused, saline finish  🍂 Finish Impressively long, structured, and vinous—smoky with lingering berries, spice, and chalk‑driven tension 🌟 Style & Scores A gastronomic Meunier rosé built for enthusiasts: deep, savory, and layered. ~94 pts from Wine‑Searcher for the 2018 vintage; praised for its “berries and cream” richness and pairing potential with meaty/oily fish  John Gilman (View from the Cellar) on the similar Soliste Chardonnay noted depth, complexity, and impressive grip—likely reflecting this rosé’s pedigree  94 Points from Robert Parker, "....layered and vinous, with broad shoulders and a gourmand core of fruit, making it a decidedly gastronomic style of rosé." 🍽️ Pairing Tips Best served 10–12 °C in a white- wine or tulip glass. Pairs exceptionally well with seared salmon, tuna tartare, meaty fish, soft cheeses, or mushroom dishes—match its depth and texture.

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