2022 Ruppert-Leroy Cuvee Papillon Brut Nature Champagne, France Domaine la Bernarde and aging in the barrel

and aging in the barrel for a long time

During the maceration

Each vineyard was fermented separately in stainless steel

The juice is fermented in open casks in contact with the skins for about 2 weeks

Aged on fine lees for 4 months in stainless

2022 Ruppert-Leroy Cuvee Papillon Brut Nature Champagne, France Domaine la Bernarde and aging in the barrelPapillon is a slection massale planting of Pinot Noir that is an extension of the Fosse Grely vineyard. Papillon means butterfly, and this Pinot Noir is the richest and most powerful wine from the range. In addition to their vineyards, Ruppert Leroy operates a biodynamically certified farm where they grow their own vegetables, raise animals, produce their own composts biodynamic preparations, and host conferences on biodynamics. Arrives Sept 2025.