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Champagne Extra Brut Terriscope 2016 Dehours
The Champagne Extra Brut Terriscope 2016 by Dehours is a shining example of the vision of Jérôme Dehours, who has been leading the family estate since 1996. Founded four generations ago in Cerseuil, in the heart of the Marne Valley, the domaine is renowned for producing Champagnes that highlight the true identity of the region and its flagship grape: Pinot Meunier.
This cuvée is crafted entirely from 100% Meunier grapes, harvested from carefully selected vineyards located in the villages surrounding Mareuil-Le-Port. Thanks to long-standing partnerships with local growers, Dehours manages to obtain fruit of outstanding quality, which translates into wines of remarkable character and balance. The terroirs, mostly clay-limestone and sand-limestone soils, contribute to the richness, minerality and elegance of this Champagne.
Fermentation and maturation are carried out with great precision: the parcel-based wines are aged in old oak barrels and foudres ranging from 200 to 500 liters, a process that adds subtle complexity while preserving the freshness and fruit purity.
In the glass, the Terriscope 2016 shows a deep golden color with fine, persistent bubbles. On the nose, it reveals aromas of ripe yellow fruit, candied citrus, floral notes and sweet spices, enriched by hints of toast and a delicate oxidative nuance, signature of the Dehours style. On the palate, it displays a silky and creamy texture, supported by vibrant acidity and a refined minerality that gives verticality and a long-lasting finish. The wine is powerful yet balanced, energetic yet elegant, making it suitable both for immediate pleasure and for further ageing.
The Champagne Extra Brut Terriscope 2016 Dehours is perfect as a sophisticated aperitif, but truly excels when paired with food: seafood, shellfish, sushi, white meats and soft cheeses. It represents the very essence of Dehours’ philosophy: producing authentic, elegant and long-lived Champagnes that showcase the terroir of the Marne Valley and the full potential of Meunier.
