Champagne Eric Taillet
Le Bois de Binson 17.18

The Champagne Le Bois de Binson 17.17 (Multi -Vintage 2017-2018) by Eric Taillet is a Blanc de Meunier produced from 100% Meunier grapes, coming from the same-name parcel - lieu-dit - planted in 1956 in the Montigny terroir, in the heart of Vallée de la Marne. This Champagne is probably the symbol of all the production by Éric Taillet, because it is linked to the first vineyards cultivated by Éric's father, Daniel Taillet. These vineyards, which do not even reach half a hectare in size, were replanted by his son Eric exclusively in Meunier. For the vinification of this cuvée, the pressing is traditionally done in wood and the aging sur lies is done in vats and casks; then the wine rests in the bottle for a total of 36 months. The dosage is 1.5 g/l - making it an Extra Brut.

A great example of Blanc de Meunier, Le Bois de Binson by Eric Taillet reveals a nose rich in fruity and citrus aromas, but it really stands out in the mouth: depth and taste, richness of ripe flavors but also fresh, surprising for the balance and its impressive length. This Champagne combines good with a gourmet dinner with refined and elegant preparations, in particular with tasting of French cheeses at the end of the meal.

Champagne Eric Taillet

The story of Eric Taillet, as often happens in the world of wine, is one handed down from father to son: from father Daniel, who began to produce his first bottles in 1961, to his son Eric, who took over the reins of production in 1995 and who still heads the company today. The Domaine Éric Taillet is located in Baslieux-sous-Châtillon, in a beautiful area within Vallée de la Marne where the terroir is composed of clay, marl and sand, and is rich in nutrients. The production is made to measure, which certainly holds the eye to an accurate oenology and high quality: only 5.7 hectares of vineyards that extend over 6 municipalities adjacent to the Domaine. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Meunier are cultivated here, but it is Meunier that probably has the most important role in the production of Éric Taillet: in many of the cuvées the presence of Meunier is predominant and just some of the Blanc de Meunier as Le Bois de Binson or Bansionensi have built the reputation of Champagnes by Éric Taillet. But certainly also Chardonnay and Pinot Noir have their importance for Éric Taillet, both in the blendings of great cuvées such as Sur Le Grand Marais, and in purity, as in the case of L'Autentique.