Jerome Prevost La Closerie Les Beguines LC22 Extra Brut NV

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Product Description The Jerome Prevost La Closerie Les Beguines LC22 Extra Brut NV is a captivating, expressive Champagne that marks a new era for Prevost’s winemaking. This release, based on the 2022 vintage with 20% reserve wine, is a stunning reflection of the unique terroir of the Les Beguines vineyard in Gueux, located just 10km west of Reims. Prevost’s 2.2-hectare vineyard, planted in the 1960s with Meunier and a small parcel of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Blanc, showcases the complexity and depth of the Champagne region’s calcareous soils. The wine is vinified without any additions and aged for 10 months in large-format used barrels, followed by 18 months on lees before disgorgement. With a 2.5g/L dosage, this wine combines freshness, texture, and a vibrant depth of fruit. The 2022 base explodes with sappy, juicy fruit and a long, spicy finish, presenting a seductive Champagne that is approachable from the outset yet still capable of aging gracefully. Maker | Jerome Prevost: Jerome Prevost is a winemaker whose artistry and philosophy revolve around purity, patience, and a deep connection to his terroir. Based in the picturesque village of Gueux, on the edge of the Montagne de Reims, Prevost is a micro grower-producer known for his commitment to crafting exceptional wines from his two-hectare plot of 40-year-old Meunier vines. His journey into winemaking began in 1998 when his close friend, Anselme Selosse, encouraged him to start making wine, offering him the use of his winery until 2003. Since then, Prevost has continued to refine his winemaking techniques, initially producing his wines in the garage behind his home. Prevost’s philosophy is rooted in minimal intervention and a profound respect for the natural expression of the land. His wines are a reflection of his belief that the terroir should shine through in every bottle, with no excess manipulation. He focuses on producing a single wine each year from his estate and the Meunier grape variety, allowing the wines to evolve and develop their complexity over time. His approach to winemaking has earned him a cult following, and his wines are revered for their complexity, energy, and longevity. By limiting his production and focusing on the intrinsic character of his vineyards, Prevost offers a rare and authentic expression of Champagne, capturing the essence of his unique terroir. Vineyard | Jerome Prevost La Closerie: The La Closerie vineyard, located in Gueux, is the heart of Jerome Prevost’s winemaking. This vineyard is planted with old, low-yielding Meunier vines, grown on clay and chalk-rich soils that give the wines their characteristic minerality and texture. Initially, Prevost focused solely on his estate fruit, but after the frost damage in 2017, he expanded his sources, purchasing fruit from neighboring plots in Gueux. Despite this, the terroir remains consistent, with all the vineyards being farmed organically and following Prevost’s strict winemaking philosophy. The soil composition, along with the pre-industrial planting techniques, ensures that the vines have deep root systems that produce concentrated, flavorful fruit. Prevost’s careful vineyard management practices include organic farming methods and a focus on sustainability, allowing the vineyards to thrive and evolve naturally. The La Closerie vineyard