Nathalie Falmet Parcelle ZH 302 Extra Brut

Nathalie Falmet Parcelle ZH 302 is a 100% Pinot Meunier from the lieu-dit Le Val Cornet. Based entirely on a specific vintage and vinified in 350 liter oak barrels for nine months, the 2010 is the first release of this single vineyard champagne; the sample I tasted with Nathalie in Château de Pierry was disgorged after 48 months with no dosage. It is fruity and spicy on the nose, with sweet cherry flavors on both nose and palate. Full-bodied, aromatic and well structured, this is a very dry, pure and delicate champagne with an impressive intensity in the mouth, whereas the finish is subtle again but full of tension.