Pehu-Simonet Champagne 'Face Nord' Extra-Brut

70% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay Assemblage 70% 2018, 30% reserve wine (perpetual reserve back to 2005) Village/vineyard Verzenay Grand Cru, Verzy Grand Cru, Sillery Grand Cru Elevage 80% stainless steel tanks, 20% barrique Ageing sur latte for 30 months.

The Extra Brut has a it more Pinot Noir than the Brut which might explain its greater resonance, depth and overall persistence next to the Brut bottling. In any event, this really is a great example of David Pehu's style. There's a ton of Pinot character here. The Extra-Brut is a bit gamy and quirky but is also intriguing.

- Vinous, 91pts