The 17 elite villages of Champagne
Champagne Grand Crus represent the pinnacle of quality in the region, coming exclusively from the 17 communes classified as 100% Cru. This select elite of villages, concentrated mainly in the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims, enjoys exceptional soil and climate conditions that give the grapes unique characteristics of concentration, complexity and balance. The Grand Crus of the Côte des Blancs, such as Mesnil-sur-Oger, Cramant and Avize, are renowned for their Chardonnays of extraordinary finesse and mineral elegance, while villages such as Ambonnay, Bouzy and Aÿ in the Montagne de Reims produce Pinot Noirs of incomparable structure and aromatic depth.
Expressive purity and sensory complexity
The organoleptic profile of Grand Cru Champagnes is characterised by superior aromatic intensity, extreme precision of taste and extraordinary ageing potential. These wines express the peculiarities of their respective terroirs with incredible clarity: the chalky soils of the Côte des Blancs give rise to notes of citrus fruits, white flowers and a sharp mineral verticality, while the clay-limestone soils of the Montagne de Reims develop more complex profiles of red fruits, spices and an enveloping structure. The time spent on the lees is generally prolonged, imparting aromatic complexity with notes of brioche, dried fruit and honey that integrate perfectly with the primary freshness of the fruit and the characteristic mineral tension.
From the great Maisons to independent vignerons
Our selection explores the different interpretations of Grand Cru Champagnes, from the prestigious cuvées of the great Maisons that use only grapes from these elite villages, to the fascinating productions of the récoltant-manipulants who work specific parcels within individual communes. Particular attention is paid to mono-cru Champagnes, pure expressions of a single Grand Cru village, and to parcel cuvées that represent the ultimate expression of the concept of terroir. These exceptional Champagnes are the perfect accompaniment to celebrations and fine dining, expressing maximum elegance with truffle-based dishes, noble shellfish and gourmet preparations. From the austere minerality of the Blanc de Blancs of Mesnil-sur-Oger to the structured power of the Pinot Noir of Ambonnay, Grand Cru Champagnes represent the pinnacle of quality in the region, authentic meditation wines that offer unforgettable sensory experiences to the most demanding enthusiasts.
