Natalie, who runs the family winery that bears the name of her retired father Bernard, can trace their roots in the village back to the 1600s. That village is Bouzy, on the Montagne de Reims (a rather grand name for a gentle hill, crowned by a forest between Reims and Epernay). They went independent 4 generations ago, when everyone had livestock, vegetables, grain and some rows of Grand Cru vines on the chalky Bouzy soil. Vieille Reserve is a classic blend of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay from the 2002 and 2003 vintages. It is deep and rich, with a vigorous body, thanks to the 25 year-old vines. We also mustn’t forget the racy finish.
