The Champagne Bérêche et Fils Grand Cru Mailly-Champagne Blanc de Noirs 2019 (Disgorged July 2024) is a beautifully structured and intensely mineral Blanc de Noirs from one of Champagne’s most respected grower producers. Produced entirely from Pinot Noir grown in the Grand Cru village of Mailly-Champagne in the Montagne de Reims, the wine reflects the depth and power of the site while retaining Bérêche’s hallmark precision and freshness. The nose reveals red apple, preserved citrus and white peach layered alongside toasted brioche, roasted almond and subtle smoky spice, giving the wine impressive complexity and detail.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied with exceptionally fine mousse, vibrant natural acidity and a deep chalky mineral core. Layers of orchard fruit, citrus peel and savoury lees complexity are balanced by saline tension and gentle Pinot Noir richness, finishing long, dry and beautifully structured with outstanding persistence and ageing potential.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The Champagne Bérêche et Fils Grand Cru Mailly-Champagne Blanc de Noirs 2019 is a superb grower Champagne — powerful, mineral and beautifully refined with excellent depth and precision. Perfect with roast poultry, scallops, lobster, mushroom dishes or aged hard cheeses. Enjoy now with decanting or cellar gracefully through 2042+.
