NV Dehours "Vignes de la Vallée" Brut, Vallée de la Marne, Champagne, FranceABOUT THIS WINE This Cuve, extra aged on lees, reveals the Pinot Meunier character, the favorite grape variety in the Marne Valley area and iconic identity of our vineyard. We use a high proportion of Perpetual Reserve which was started in 1998. Malolactic fermentation completed. Aged in the bottle for 42 to 54 months. ABOUT THIS PRODUCER Dehours was founded by Jrmes grandfather Ludovic in 1930. It was Jrmes father Robert who developed the estate and

Natural yeasts are used in the fermentation after which the wines undergo an élevage 10-12 months

notably Cabernet Sauvignon

Oxidation flavours are subtle

Following vicious hailstorms in 2016 and 2017 that destroyed much of their harvest

After being gently pressed

100% Nebbiolo grown at 430 meters above sea level in east-facing soils of Marne di Sant’Agata

It is said that a dog will reflect the character of its owner and a wine will reflect the character of its maker

After graduating UC Davis he moved back to Los Angeles and worked in a hospital for a short stint

plus another hectare in Oger and two in Vertus

50 an hour rather then the normal $4 because of his degree in winemaking

Attention to detail and humility towards nature

Pasquale was always open to new winemaking and cellar management techniques