Hubert Paulet 1er Cru Rilly Brut Rose 2005 (1x75cl)

Champagne Hubert Paulet is a family owned domaine located in the village of Rilly-la-Montagne. Their 8 hectares of vineyards, which are planted to Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier, are classed as premier cru status, and sit on the north side of the mountain of Reims.  The goal at Hubert Paulet is to showcase the particularities of Rilly’s chalky terroir by working the soil using only natural viticultural practices. The domaine presently sells off half of their grape production to Billecart-Salmon. With his best fruit Olivier Paulet produces just under 2000 cases of Champagne Hubert Paulet. I have found their superb vintage rosé to be the best of their lineup.