There are two types of Bistrøtage on the market: Bistrøtage and Bistrøtage Affinage Prolongé.
AP on the label stands for long aging on lees. The bottles are kept ‘sur pointe’ (upside down) and ‘sur latte’ (horizontal) for more than 9 years. Extended lees aging develops more autolysis. This very slow champagne-making process results in more layers of flavors, aromas, and added depth, including earthy notes.
Rosé from Dufour has always been something very, very special. This release includes the first AP as rosé from the year 2011. A rare treat. Curious?
