Beaumont des Crayeres NV Grand Rose Brut Champagne

Founded in 1955 by a group of independent Champagne growers, Beaumont des Crayères today has 210 acres of vineyards in Epernay. Three generations of growers tend to vineyards sometimes as small as a garden with respect to sustainability and the environment. These vineyards centered around Mardeuil in the heart of Champagne allow Beaumont des Crayères to produce Champagne entirely from their own fruit.

Growing all three Champagne varieties, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir, Mardeuil has always been recognized for the quality of its Pinot Meunier. Hence, 60% of Beaumont des Crayères vineyards are planted to this archetypal variety. This Grande Rosé Brut
is 40% Pinot Meunier, 35% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay. Regulations require Champagne to be aged for 15 months for non-vintage wines, Beaumont des Crayères ages this wine 24-48 months. 

Vinous scored this 91 points saying "Pale orange. Dark berries, rhubarb, dried rose and toasty lees on the fragrant nose. Supple and expansive on the palate, offering intense black raspberry and blood orange flavors plus a hint of anise. A smoky nuance builds with air and carries through a long, penetrating finish. There's good depth here, which will allow this Champagne to pair smoothly with rich, full-flavored food."