Mouzon Leroux L'exaltant Ratafia de Saignée- SOLD OUT

L’Exaltant’s rich, complex profile makes it a superb partner for indulgent dishes. Enjoy it alongside crème brûlée, chocolate tart, sticky date pudding, or strong cheeses like Roquefort or aged Comté. It also shines as an aperitif over ice, or paired with foie gras or spiced charcuterie for a savoury twist. With its oxidative depth and luscious fruit, it’s versatile, elegant, and unforgettable.

Crafted from 100% Pinot Noir sourced from Grand Cru vineyards in Verzy, L’Exaltant Ratafia de Saignée is made using the press juice from Mouzon Leroux’s “Incandescent” cuvée. The juice undergoes two days of maceration on skins before being fortified with grape spirit, halting fermentation and preserving its natural sweetness. No sugar, fining, or filtration is added, allowing the purity of the fruit to shine. The wine is then aged for 20 months in oak barrels without topping up, encouraging gentle oxidative development and adding depth and complexity reminiscent of fine Port. Bottled from the 2020 vintage, this luscious, richly layered wine reflects both Sébastien Mouzon’s craftsmanship and Champagne’s historic Ratafia tradition.

L’Exaltant Ratafia de Saignée is a unique fortified wine crafted from the press juice of the house’s iconic “Incandescent” cuvée. Made from 100% Grand Cru Verzy Pinot Noir, the juice is fortified with grape spirit after two days of maceration — halting fermentation to preserve its natural fruit sweetness. The wine is then aged for 20 months in oak barrels without topping up, encouraging gentle oxidation and developing notes reminiscent of fine Port. Expect a luscious, amber-hued wine with layers of red fruit, spice, toasted nuts, and caramelised depth — both indulgent and refined.