Description
Champagne Cossy was founded in 1764, in the tiny Premier Cru village of Jouy-Les-Reims, in the heart of the Montagne de Reims. Today, it is headed by Sophie Cossy following the unexpected and sudden passing of her father a little more than 10 years ago. Sophie dropped everything and came back to the domaine to ensure the family legacy continued. Since she took over, she changed many of the cuvées. She began lowering the dosage and lengthening the time on lees before disgorgement—creating drier, more refined wines that exhibit much more complexity.
The estate consists of 7 hectares of vines, divided into 34 different plots. Approximately 50% is planted to Pinot Meunier, 35% to Pinot Noir and 15% to Chardonnay. Farming is sustainable and moving toward organic. CUVÉE ÉCLAT is the flagship wine of the estate. This bottling is comprised of 34% Pinot Meunier, 33% Pinot Noir and 33% Chardonnay: a blend from 3 years (2016 harvest with reserve wines from 2015 and 2014). Aged 3 years on the lees. No wood used. Dosage 8g/L. Pale straw hue. Fine, persistent bead. Pleasant bouquet of apples laced with citrus zest and a hint of pastry dough. The palate is fresh and textured, with flavors of ripe apple, pear and juicy lemon flesh. Nice length with layered finish. A beautiful blend of freshness and maturity.
