Jérôme Prévost's La Closerie Les Béguines is a highly sought-after Champagne, known for its intense, vinous style and cult status. This Extra Brut Champagne is typically 100% Pinot Meunier, sourced from a 2.2-hectare vineyard in Gueux, with vines planted in the 1950s. Prévost is part of a group of 'Champagne Renegades' who produce single vineyard, single vintage, and single-variety wines, deviating from the traditional blending model. The wine undergoes alcoholic fermentation with indigenous yeasts in used barriques and demi-muids, followed by 18 to 24 months on the lees, and is disgorged without dosage to preserve its purity. While often labeled NV, it is exclusively from a single vintage, with recent releases like LC19 (2019) and LC22 (2022) being noted. The tasting profile reveals yellow orchard fruit, orange peel, toasted hazelnut, dried white flowers, and brioche, leading to a deep, saline, and full-bodied finish. It offers explosive complexity from Pinot Meunier. Expect notes of red flowers, currant, marzipan, and meringue, with pure fruit of ripe red berries, a silky mineral texture, and delicate salinity. The palate can also show darker-toned Meunier notes with blueberry and subtle earthy nuances. Food pairing suggestions: This complex Champagne pairs wonderfully with roast chicken and mushrooms, aged Comte cheese, truffled pasta, smoked salmon, or salt-baked celery root. Its richness and ripeness also make it a perfect match for high-quality Iberian ham. Shellfish, crab, and lobster are also excellent choices. Event suggestions: Ideal for connoisseurs and those who appreciate artisanal, terroir-driven Champagnes. Its rarity and unique character make it a fantastic choice for intimate gatherings, special occasions, or as a thoughtful gift for a wine enthusiast. 【Cult status, single-vineyard, single-varietal Pinot Meunier Champagne】