Jestin

Vintage 2007 | Bottle 75cl

Presentation of Hervé Jestin

All stages in the cultivation of the vines and the vinification of this Champagne respect the natural cycles of nature and the main influences of the planets in the solar system.

The inner planets of the solar system have a strong influence on alcoholic fermentation, while from March onwards, the outer planets influence malolactic fermentation.

All my work as a winemaker involves learning to listen to the wine, to work with the intelligence and awareness of nature.

For me, it's a matter of tuning into my wine so as to bring it the natural elements it needs to evolve, when it needs them. This may involve, for example, coming into contact with daylight or the morning air at certain times of the year (such as the solstice or equinox), or bringing in the energy of a plant or mineral.

The making of this Champagne is a veritable pilgrimage that takes place over a lifetime. It is the fruit of years of experience, listening, encounters, glimpses and, of course, chance.

Each vintage is thus in some way a mirror of the evolution of Man and Nature.

My Champagnes are wines of great complexity and emotional richness. It is sometimes necessary to wait several minutes for them to express all their qualities. The choice of glass is important, and I prefer to use a Champagne or wine glass (Jamesse, Riedel or Lehman).

These Champagnes are also gastronomic Champagnes, Champagnes for sharing.