Translated from the French, "prémices" signifies "a beginning". Derived from the Latin primitiae, which means the first fruits of a harvest, set aside as an offering to the gods in antiquity.

Blend: 1/3 Pinot Noir, 1/3 Chardonnay and 1/3 Pinot Meunier

Terroir
Vineyards located on the Massif de Saint-Thierry, near the village of Trigny, northwest of Reims. Soils are sandy, with some clay.
Age of the vines: 40 years, on average

Winemaking: Hand-harvested. Fermented on indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks. Aged for three years in bottle. Dosage 2 grams/L.
Bottled unfined and unfiltered.

Eye
Pale lemon.
Nose
Aromas of white flowers and marzipan, white peaches, light herbs. Bright and precise, with peppery notes
and citrus zest.
Palate
Savory, with a mineral finish; long.

Service and Pairing
As an aperitif; with charcuterie or smoked meats/fish; fresh or moderately aged French cheese.