The grape varieties of champagne
Pinot Noir
This vine widely covers the Montagne de Reims and the Côte des Bar.
Black grape juice white, it gives aromas of red fruit and offers a blend of body and power.
Pinot Noir is about 39% of the vineyard.
Pinot Meunier
Located mainly in the Valley of the Marne, this vine brings flexibility, fruity, intensity and roundness to the bouquet.
Like Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier is a black grape with white juice.
Pinot Meunier is about 32% of the vineyard.
Chardonnay
Grown mainly on the Côte des Blancs, it is the only grape variety of white grapes. Young, its finesse gives floral, sometimes mineral notes. Because of its slow evolution, it is particularly suitable for long ageing. Chardonnay is about 28% of the vineyard.