The Champagne Extra Brut Mellifera NV is a precise, chalk-infused cuvée that highlights Lointier’s commitment to purity and terroir expression. Composed primarily of Pinot Noir, often blended with a touch of Chardonnay, the wine is sourced from sustainably farmed parcels rooted in Kimmeridgian limestone and crafted with native yeasts and minimal intervention. Aged sur lie in stainless steel and bottled with very low dosage, Mellifera delivers a crystalline expression of the Côte des Bar. Aromatically, it offers notes of crisp apple, lemon zest, white flowers, raw almond, and chalk dust, with subtle hints of fresh honeycomb—an allusion to its name (mellifera, Latin for “honey-bearingâ€). On the palate, it is taut and linear, with fine, persistent bubbles, razor-sharp acidity, and a long, mineral-driven finish. Elegant, electric, and gastronomic, this Champagne is ideal for pairing with oysters, sashimi, or goat cheese—an outstanding example of grower Champagne at its
Lointier Description
Champagne Lointier, based in Celles-sur-Ource in the Côte des Bar, is a rising star among Champagne’s grower-producers. The estate, family-run and dedicated to sustainable viticulture, reflects a deep respect for its terroir and a philosophy centered on low-intervention, precise winemaking. The Côte des Bar—once a quiet corner of Champagne—is now celebrated for its expressive, Pinot Noir–driven wines rooted in Kimmeridgian limestone soils, more akin to Chablis than to the chalk plains of the Marne. Lointier’s approach emphasizes biodiversity, minimal cellar manipulation, and single-parcel cuvées that articulate the nuance of each site. The “Causica†and “Mellifera†lines represent the estate’s most expressive bottlings, often crafted in small quantities with a focus on texture, balance, and natural energy.
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