Champagne R. Faivre Cuvée Mont Pinson Pinot Meunier 2019
4.6
HK$620
750ml
Bottle
Vintage Character In the heart of the Vallée de la Marne Champagne appellation, the warm 2019 vintage gave birth to the Champagne R. Faivre Cuvée Mont Pinson Pinot Meunier. This exceptional growing season featured a hot, dry summer that naturally concentrated the berries while preserving vital acidity. The grapes are sourced from the historic "Mont Pinson" lieu-dit in Belval-sous-Châtillon, a single parcel prized for its clay-limestone soils and optimal sun exposure that coaxes ripe, complex fruit character out of the Pinot Meunier vines.
Tasting Profile & Food Pairing This artisanal grower Champagne opens with expressive aromas of crisp red apple, wild strawberry, and citrus zest, layered over complex undertones of fresh brioche and toasted almonds. On the palate, its medium-bodied texture is driven by high, vibrant acidity and a chalky, mineral-tinged finish that showcases the purity of the variety. It pairs beautifully with classic Western dishes like roasted duck breast with cherry sauce or pan-seared sweetbreads, as well as Cantonese crispy roasted pork belly.
Winery Background David Faivre champions a sustainable, minimal-intervention philosophy at Champagne R. Faivre, a boutique estate certified with the High Environmental Value (HVE) designation. Operating as a Récoltant-Manipulant, the house focuses on capturing the true essence of their Belval-sous-Châtillon vineyards through hand-harvesting and precise, low-dosage cellar work. This meticulous approach produces micro-production cuvées that serve as benchmarks for the often-underappreciated Pinot Meunier grape.