{"title":"Lointier","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eGrower Champagne Aged in Amphora \u0026amp; Old Oak\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eChampagne Lointier is a small, artisanal grower-producer (RM) estate founded in 2016 by Jean-Baptiste Lointier and his wife Hélène\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vinscph.com\/chalons\/article\/nouveaux-domaines-pour-ce-debut-dannee-2025\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vinsetmillesimes.com\/en\/9256-lointier\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e. The domaine is located in the Vallée de la Marne, with vineyards in Brasles and Gland, and its heart in Crézancy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.glugulp.com\/lointier-champagne-negra\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.glugulp.com\/lointier-champagne-negra-en\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e. The estate manages 3.5 hectares of vines on south-facing slopes with a unique soil composition of sand, clay, and limestone that is rich in minerals\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vinscph.com\/chalons\/article\/nouveaux-domaines-pour-ce-debut-dannee-2025\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.glugulp.com\/lointier-champagne-negra\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e. Their farming philosophy is rooted in nature, having started the organic certification process in 2019 and following sustainable practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vinscph.com\/chalons\/article\/nouveaux-domaines-pour-ce-debut-dannee-2025\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/winestyle.ru\/products\/Lointier-Millesime-Extra-Brut-Champagne-AOC-2016.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003eTrue to their passion for nature and beekeeping (the name Mellifera means \"honey-bearing\"), the wines are made with minimal intervention. The approach includes no fining, no filtration, spontaneous fermentation in old oak barrels and amphorae, with minimal sulfur and a low dosage (Extra Brut) to preserve purity and energy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.vinscph.com\/chalons\/article\/nouveaux-domaines-pour-ce-debut-dannee-2025\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/winestyle.ru\/products\/Lointier-Millesime-Extra-Brut-Champagne-AOC-2016.html\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.glugulp.com\/lointier-champagne-negra-en\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e. With an annual production of around 4,000 bottles, the cuvées include the Pinot Noir-dominant Mellifera, the 100% Pinot Noir Negra, and the 100% Meunier Causica (also available as a Rosé de Saignée)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.glugulp.com\/en\/product\/lointier-champagne-mellifera\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.glugulp.com\/lointier-champagne-negra-en\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.glugulp.com\/lointier-champagne-rose-causica-en\" rel=\"noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e. The result is a range of expressive, mineral-driven Champagnes that are highly sought after by purists.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lointier-mellifera-extra-brut","title":"Lointier Mellifera Extra Brut","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eFounded in 2016, Lointier is a biodynamic micro-estate in Crézancy, Vallée de la Marne. This champagne — just 1,330 bottles — is 85% Pinot Noir aged 11 months in used oak, then 32 months on lees at 1.5 g\/L dosage, unfiltered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThrillingly precise on the nose — white flowers, ripe pear, honeycomb, and chalk dust. The palate is taut yet textured, with lemon curd, almond, and vibrant acidity leading to a long, saline, mineral-driven finish widely admired for its purity and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lointier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42756247027792,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/Lointier_Mellifera_Extra_Brut.webp?v=1782816978"},{"product_id":"lointier-causica-extra-brut","title":"Lointier Causica Extra Brut","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eA biodynamic micro-estate in Crézancy, Lointier produces just \u003cstrong\u003e4,000 bottles annually\u003c\/strong\u003e. Causica — named after a subspecies of honeybee — is \u003cstrong\u003e100% Pinot Meunier \u003c\/strong\u003efrom the domaine's oldest vines, aged 11 months in used barrique and amphora, then 22 months on lees at 1.5 g\/L dosage, unfiltered.\u003cspan class=\"citation-nbsp\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\" data-pplx-citation=\"\" data-pplx-citation-url=\"https:\/\/www.champagne-characters.com\/en\/producer\/lointier\/\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"group\/trigger inline-flex min-w-0\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"citation inline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative -mt-px max-w-full min-w-0 whitespace-nowrap -top-px font-sans text-base text-foreground select-none selection:bg-super\/50 selection:text-foreground dark:selection:bg-super\/10 dark:selection:text-super\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"text-3xs rounded-badge group min-w-4 max-w-full cursor-pointer align-middle font-mono tabular-nums font-normal transition-colors duration-150 inline-flex items-center gap-0 py-[0.1875rem] leading-snug px-[0.3rem] [@media(hover:hover)]:hover:bg-subtle group-data-[state=open]\/trigger:bg-subtle border-subtlest ring-subtlest divide-subtlest bg-quiet\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-block relative !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset] max-w-[25ch] overflow-hidden\"\u003echampagne-characters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"inline-block ml-xs mr-px !mt-0 ![vertical-align:unset]\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"opacity-50\"\u003e+1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eThis captivating champagne opens with biscuit, peach cream, and an exciting smoky undertone. The palate is structured and fresh — crisp red berries, cool mentholated fruit, and vibrant acidity — finishing chalky, saline, and persistently mineral. Consistently admired for its independent character and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lointier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42756258529360,"sku":null,"price":550.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/Lointier_Causica_Extra_Brut.webp?v=1782992799"},{"product_id":"lointier-causica-rose-extra-brut","title":"Lointier Causica Rosé de Saignee Extra Brut","description":"\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eFrom Lointier's biodynamic micro-estate in Crézancy, this rosé champagne is 100% Pinot Meunier crafted via the rare saignée method — bled off a red wine tank, aged in oak barrique at minimal dosage, and bottled unfiltered for maximum terroir expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"my-2 [\u0026amp;+p]:mt-4 [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:inline-block [\u0026amp;_strong:has(+br)]:align-top\"\u003eDeep and vinous, the nose bursts with jammy strawberry, pomegranate, red cherry, and papaya. The palate is structured and fleshy — bold red fruit, spice, and lively acidity — finishing long, saline, and admirably complex.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lointier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42756261249104,"sku":null,"price":610.0,"currency_code":"HKD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0561\/8188\/2960\/files\/LointierCausicaRosedeSaigneeExtraBrut.webp?v=1782992985"}],"url":"https:\/\/lyndhurstwine.com\/collections\/lointer.oembed","provider":"Lyndhurst Wine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}