2016 Bereche et Fils, Champagne, Une Champagne Millesime, Extra Brut

Bérêche et Fils is a historic, family-run estate based in the Montagne de Reims that has been managed by the Bérêche family since 1847. Now led by brothers Raphaël and Vincent, the estate maintains a rigorous commitment to its land, employing organic farming practices and manual labor across their diverse parcels to ensure each site remains healthy and expressive. This 2016 release is made from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, showcasing the concentrated fruit and mineral depth that arise from their mature, deep-rooted vines. In the glass, the wine offers a structured, precise profile with notes of crisp pear, blanched almond, and a distinct chalky minerality that lingers on the finish. A product of a year that favored tension and acidity, this wine is built for the cellar and serves as a refined example of the estate’s focus on terroir-driven precision.