Champagne Brut Nature
Les Chènes 2022

The Champagne Les Chênes by Georges Laval comes from the eponymous parcel (lieu-dit) located in Cumières, a Premier Cru village in the Vallée de la Marne, and offers a remarkably precise interpretation of Chardonnay within this historic Champagne area. The south-facing exposure and the chalky limestone soils, enriched by thin layers of silt and clay, encourage balanced grape ripening while preserving both tension and mineral depth. Vincent Laval’s vision, rooted in artisanal viticulture and deep respect for the identity of the terroir, finds in this cuvée one of the most essential and luminous expressions of the Domaine.

This edition, Vintage 2022, is crafted from Chardonnay and follows a vinification faithful to the Laval family style, with spontaneous fermentation and vinification and maturation in Burgundian oak barrels for around ten months. After tirage, the wine undergoes more than 36 months of lees ageing before dégorgement, developing complexity and precision without losing energy or verticality. Without final dosage, in Brut Nature style, this interpretation highlights the purity of the fruit, the saline texture of the terroir, and a particularly sharp and refined palate definition.

In tasting, Les Chênes Millésime 2022 reveals a bright pale golden colour and a fine, persistent mousse. The aromatic profile recalls fresh citrus, green apple, white flowers, and delicate hints of brioche and subtle spices, supported by a pronounced chalky minerality. On the palate it delivers tension, precision, and remarkable mineral drive, with a refined balance between acidity and texture leading to a savoury, persistent, and elegant finish that underlines the significant ageing potential of this cuvée