Stroebel Le Vin Tranquile Chardonnay Coteaux Champenoise 2022
StroebelGrape: Chardonnay
Vintage: 2022
Type: White
Stroebel "Le Vin Tranquille" Blanc Chardonnay is a highly sought-after Coteaux Champenois still wine produced by Timothée Stroebel, known for its distinctive profile that balances the elegance of Burgundy with the character of the Jura. Sourced from the Les Cumines lieu-dit in the Montagne de Reims, this 100% Chardonnay is crafted using non-interventionist methods, including spontaneous fermentation with indigenous yeasts and aging in oak barrels (400L and larger since 2018). Complex aromatic palette of fresh white and yellow fruits, floral notes, and grilled almonds, leading to a palate marked by citrus and subtle oxidative notes. Because it is neither filtered nor cold-stabilized and contains no dosage, it retains a raw, racy energy and saline minerality.
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Timothée’s family came from Alsace and settled in Champagne after the Second World War. Vineyards were planted in the early 60’s in Villers Allerand, a small 1er cru village tucked in Montagne de Reims, where they still farm today.
Two generations later, Timothée had the dream to produce his own Champagne from the plots planted by his grandfather. After studying wine in Beaune and working in Burgundy, Timothée slowly got back the plots that were divided between the family members.
Installation was done in steps: 2001 the vineyards; 2005 the first wines were produced. The domain encompasses the three known Champagne varieties: Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
From the vintage 2018, all the wines are barrel aged, and he is working towards bigger size barrels starting from 400L. The alcoholic and malolactic fermentation happens naturally, wines are not cold stabilized and there is no dosage nor filtration.