Domaine Alexandre Bonnet "Les Riceys" Blanc de Noirs NV Champagne Côtes des Bar - France

Terroir: A variety of limestone and marls from the Kimmeridgian Jurassic era;
cool and sunny semi-continental climate of southern Champagne, moderate
altitude of 250 m.

Grape varieties: Clonal and mass selections of Pinots Noir vines from
Champagne, Burgundy and the estate itself, Guyot and cordon de Royat
pruning techniques, yields 20% lower than average in Champagne.

Average age of the vines: 30 years.
Viticulture: Precision viticulture with HVE (high environmental value)
certification since 2015, organic practices: broad-spectrum protection,
no weedkillers, soil tilling, partial grassing, organic composts, reduced
treatment frequency, no insecticides.

Environment: Development of biodiversity by planting orchards, truffle oaks
and honey plants, and by mowing grassy areas late in the year to protect
pollination times, restoration of local heritage structures (small stone huts
known as cadoles).