{"title":"Aurore \u0026 Florian Laval","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"101\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"101\"\u003eAurore \u0026amp; Florian Laval – Biodynamic Grower Champagne with Depth | Cumières\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"103\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eAurore \u0026amp; Florian Laval manage the traditional family winery in \u003cstrong data-start=\"173\" data-end=\"185\"\u003eCumières\u003c\/strong\u003e in the Montagne de Reims and represent one of the most consistent biodynamic approaches in Champagne. Maison Laval is one of the region's pioneers when it comes to nature-friendly work and uncompromising terroir expression – a path already shaped by Vincent Laval and now continued by the next generation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"903\"\u003eThe vineyards are located in Premier Cru sites around Cumières and are characterized by \u003cstrong data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"655\"\u003ecalcareous soils with chalk content\u003c\/strong\u003e, which lend freshness, minerality, and structure to the wines. The focus is on \u003cstrong data-start=\"733\" data-end=\"777\"\u003ePinot Meunier, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are interpreted differently depending on the parcel and vintage, reflecting the complexity of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"905\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eIn the vineyard, strict biodynamic practices are employed – with a lot of manual labor, respect for the natural balance, and the goal of maintaining living soils. In the cellar, the winery relies on \u003cstrong data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1161\"\u003espontaneous fermentation, aging in wooden barrels, and minimal intervention\u003c\/strong\u003e. Dosage is often omitted or kept very low to showcase the wines as pure and unadulterated as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1285\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003eThe Champagnes of Aurore \u0026amp; Florian Laval are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1369\"\u003epowerful, textured, and complex\u003c\/strong\u003e, yet also of impressive precision and freshness. They are among the most distinctive Grower Champagnes and impressively demonstrate how biodynamic work and sensitive winemaking lead to wines with depth and personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1728\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eAurore \u0026amp; Florian Laval stand for Champagnes with conviction – \u003cstrong data-start=\"1669\" data-end=\"1727\"\u003evibrant, terroir-driven, and uncompromisingly authentic\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ut-prius-aurore-florian-laval-champagne-0-75l","title":"Ut Prius Aurore \u0026 Florian Laval Champagne 0.75l","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eUt Prius – Aurore \u0026amp; Florian Laval – Champagne \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eGutswein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eorigin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe small champagne project \u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eAurore \u0026amp; Florian Laval\u003c\/strong\u003e It represents a new generation of artisanal grower champagnes. The vineyards are located in \u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eMarne Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e and are characterized by \u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ecalcareous soils with clay content\u003c\/strong\u003ewhich lend the wines tension, minerality, and aromatic clarity. Work in the vineyard is carried out in harmony with nature, focusing on healthy soils, low yields, and a precise interpretation of the terroir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eExpansion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eThe grapes will \u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eselectively hand-read\u003c\/strong\u003e and gently pressed. Fermentation takes place with \u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003enatural yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003eThe expansion is taking place primarily in \u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eused wooden barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e instead, to promote structure and complexity. After bottle fermentation, the Champagne matures for several years on the lees, which develops texture, depth, and a fine perlage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eAroma and taste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIn the glass, the champagne displays a light gold color with fine, lively bubbles. On the nose... \u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ecitrus zest\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003ewhite peach\u003c\/strong\u003e and fresh apple, accompanied by brioche and subtle herbal notes. On the palate, it \u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eprecise and elegant\u003c\/strong\u003e, with lively acidity and mineral structure. The texture is creamy yet firm, the finish. \u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003elong and clear\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eDietary recommendations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-US\"\u003eIdeal \u003cstrong style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eOysters\u003c\/strong\u003e, scallops or delicate shellfish. 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