The Rodez family has been producing champagne for generations, currently owned by the eighth generation, Eric and Martine Rodez. Based in Ambonnay, the family owns 9 hectares of Pinot Noir planted along the south and south-eastern facing slopes of the village. In total Eric Rodez cultivates 16 hectares of vineyards, divided between 55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay. Eric Rodez developed his passion for blending when he was working at Krug and now blends between five to ten different vintages to create some cuvées. In 2012, Champagne Rodez received the Haute Valuer Environmentale certificate, due to the practices of organic and biodynamically farming and water management; Rodez was the first French agricultural domaine to receive the award.
This Brut Rosé is a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay: 75% of the blend is Pinot Noir that has spent time on the skins, 30% Pinot Noir direct press, and 25% Chardonnay. Just over half of the blend is comprised of reserve wines, with the same amount undergoing malolactic fermentation. Finally, most of the wines are fermented and aged in small oak barrels. This intense vineyard and cellar work manages to achieve a striking balance between racy acidity, exuberant bubbles and a hefty vinous profile without the aid of a large dosage.
Technical Information:
Vineyards: 100% Grand Cru | Terroir d'Ambonnay, Les Beurys, Contrees, Le Moulin, Les Secs, La Pierre Aux Larrons, Les Agusons, Les Hauts Tourets & Les Crayeres
Grape Varieties: 75% Pinot Noir (50% Macerated) & 25% Chardonnay
Base Vintage: 2018
Average age of vines: 40 Years
Lees Ageing: 3 Years
Disgorged: September 2022
Dosage: 4.5 g/L
Vinification: 85% Small Barrels
Fermentation: 10% Malolactic
Drink: Now to 2028
Tasting Note: Rodez's NV Brut Rosé Grand Cru Ambonnay unwinds in the glass to reveal aromas of crisp red apples, fresh apricots and citrus oil. Medium to full-bodied, incisive and delicately phenolic, it concludes with a saline finish.
The Rodez family has been producing champagne for generations since 1757 and is currently owned by the 8th generation, Eric and Martine Rodez. The estate of Champagne Rodez is located in the Grand Cru village of Ambonnay, the heart of Pinot Noir country. The family owns 9 hectares of Pinot Nour planted along the south and south-eastern facing slopes of the village. In total Eric Rodez cultivates 16 hectares of vineyards, divided between 55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay. Today Rodez is cellaring 2.6 years of stock, 52 different wines from 8 different vintages, a veritable treasure house of reserve wines with which to create each cuvée.
Eric Rodez developed his passion for blending when he was working at Krug and now blends between five to ten different vintages to create some cuvées. He was also the Mayor of Ambonnay from 2008 - 2014. Whilst traveling, Eric developed a passion for organic and biodynamic vineyard practices. He does not use any pesticides, fertilizers, or synthetic sprays on his plants. In 2012, Champagne Rodez received the Haute Valuer Environmentale certificate, due to the practices of organic and biodynamically farming and water management; Rodez was the first French agricultural domaine to receive the award.
Cellar Master:
Eric Rodez
Winery Location: Ambonnay | Champagne, France
Champagne Region:
Vallée de la Marne
Annual Production (bottles): 45,000
