This wine is called 'R' as in Roger, one of the founders of the Veuve Fourny house. Entirely vinified in small oak barrels, this wine was was held in their cellars for at least 20 years after bottling. Opulence and finesse, a great Blanc de Blancs gourmet champagne, for exceptional dishes. White truffle is the best tribute you can pay it. Great ripe soft cheeses would also be a perfect partner...
A blend of two consecutive vintages selected from 50 year old Chardonnay vines in the 1er Cru vineyards of Vertus. Following fermentation the free run juice was matured for 18 months on lees in oak casks. Following bottling this cuvee has been aged for 20 years in the 19th century cellars at Veuve Fourny with a low and constant temperature
