2018 Les Freres Mignon Le Chemin de Paradis Grand Cru Avize Extra Brut, Champagne, France Barbeito How long the macerations are

How long the macerations are depends on the wine and varies according to the vintage

just a small sulfur addition at bottling

then élevage in large oak (botti) to preserve site signature and minimize cosmetic winemaking

The wine then spends about 20 months aging in big neutral wooden casks

and salinity

2018 Les Freres Mignon Le Chemin de Paradis Grand Cru Avize Extra Brut, Champagne, France Barbeito How long the macerations are"Le Chemin de Paradis" Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Extra Brut Terroir: Avize Grape variety: Chardonnay Vintage: 2018 Vinification on whole lees in 228l to 350l barrels Cork bottling Aging on lees: 67 months Arrives mid March, 2026.