Olivier Horiot 2016 Saignée Rosé – Handcrafted Champagne Wine

Olivier Horiot Tri-Terre Reserve NV
Hailing from Europe’s singular tri-appellation village where still/sparkling wines coexist uniquely under three designations—Coteaux de Barrels de la Montagne de Reims—this reserve embodies decades-long dedication to reviving seven indigenous grape varieties nearly lost post-phylloxera era since estate stewardship began in ’99

Crafted through unorthodox yet effective biodynamic practices enhancing soil vitality despite lacking formal certification:
✓ Dual single-vineyard Rosé des Riceys expressions unavailable elsewhere
✓ Rare Arbane & Petit Meslier vines averaging +50 years age
✓ Extended cellar aging ≥48 months vs industry standard

Flavor architecture reveals layered complexity absent in mass-market blends:
▫️ Bright lemon curd acidity cut by wet flint minerality
▫️ Toasted brioche notes developing during malolactic fermentation
▫️ Lingering finish of white peach skin tannins

Distinct advantages over conventional producers:
🌱 Preserves pre-phylloxera genetic diversity through heirloom vines
🍇 Utilizes >30% underrepresented black grape varieties (Pinot Meunier, Petit Verdot)
🏺 Bottled exclusively at domaine using century-old press techniques

With restrained alcohol at +12°Bx ensuring food-friendly versatility ideal for:
▸ Multi-course gourmet dinners needing acidity balance
▸ Collectors seeking terroir authenticity beyond generic non-vintage offerings
▸ Introducing premium Champagnes without overwhelming intensity

Note: Vintage representation may vary per natural production cycles