Published on July 22, 2025 by Anthony GOMES
A deep and nuanced Champagne, aged with care
The R cuvée reflects the demanding know-how of Charles & Emmanuel Fourny , winemakers in Vertus since 1856. It highlights patient, committed work, where each gesture aims to magnify the terroir.
Made from 50-year-old Premier Cru vines, this Champagne is made from 100% Chardonnay , grown on rendzine on chalk . Only the first presses are used, with unfiltered vinification and 18 months of aging on lees in 100% barrels . The blend is based on 2 consecutive vintages , then the wine is aged for 4 additional years on lees in the estate's historic cellars.
The dosage is minimal (3–4 g/L) , based solely on natural grape sugar . The cork is carefully selected, guaranteed to be free of cork taint. The vintage is confidential: limited edition of 16,095 bottles .
Technical sheet
- Category : Champagne Extra Brut – Blanc de Blancs – 100% Chardonnay
- Origin : Vertus Premier Cru – Côte des Blancs, France
- Terroir : Rendzine on chalk – 50-year-old vines
- Vinification : First pressings – 18 months on lees – 100% barrel – unfiltered
- Blend : 2 consecutive vintages – 50/50
- Aging : 4 years on lees – 19th century cellars
- Dosage : Extra Brut – 3 to 4 g/L – natural grape sugar
- Limited Edition : 16,095 bottles – Lot No. 68272
- Volume : 750 ml
- Alcohol : 12% vol
- Corking : No cork taste
- Developed by : Charles & Emmanuel Fourny – Vertus
- Contains : Sulfites
- Serving temperature : 10–12°C (in a wine glass)
Tasting profile
A Champagne with a full structure , aromas of white flowers , dried fruits and fine woody notes . The palate is mineral , saline , with a long and elegant finish . An expressive and deep Blanc de Blancs, for lovers of mature and gastronomic vintages.
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Food and champagne pairings
Ideal with farm-raised poultry with morels , roast lobster or mature Comté . Its richness and minerality also pair well with creative cuisine with woody or truffle flavors.
