Marie Courtin Concordance 2018

Marie Courtin Concordance 2018

Marie Courtin Concordance 2018 is a vintage Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut Champagne from the Côte des Bar in southern Champagne. The house is led by Dominique Moreau, who took over her family’s estate in Polisot in 2007 and has become one of Champagne’s most celebrated biodynamic and zero-sulphite producers.

Vinification & Style
Made from 100% Pinot Noir from east-facing vines averaging 50 years old, grown on Kimmeridgean marl soils. The wine is vinified without any added sulphites at any stage, and matured in tank for around three years before bottling. It was disgorged in December 2023 with zero dosage, classifying it as Brut Nature / Zero Dosage. The style is mineral-driven, energetic and vibrant, with a focus on purity and terroir expression.

Tasting Notes
Colour: Pale gold with fine, persistent bubbles.
Nose: Iris, daffodil, lemon, lentil sprouts, white peach, green apple, with musky, bittersweet aromatic complexity.
Palate: Lively and airy, with a very vibrant bubble. Saline, mineral and citrus-driven, with juicy, persistent fruit and a chalky, stony edge.
Finish: Long and focused, with lingering citrus, mineral and subtle earthy notes.

Serving & Pairing
Decanting: No decanting required; open 10–15 minutes before serving.
Serving temperature: 8–10°C.
Food pairing: Oysters, raw bar, sushi, sashimi, grilled seafood, delicate fish dishes, roast chicken, soft cheeses such as Brie or Chaource, and light appetizers.

Drinking Window
Enjoy from now through approximately 2030–2035. With bottle age, the wine should develop more honeyed, nutty, brioche and mineral complexity while retaining freshness and energy.

Origin: France, Champagne, Côte des Bar, Polisot
Type: Sparkling Wine (Blanc de Noirs, Extra Brut / Zero Dosage)
Grape: 100% Pinot Noir
ABV: 12%
Volume: 750ml