Marguet
Champagne 1er Cru Sapience Brut Nature Vintage 2018
Other years:
2017| Denomination | AOC Champagne Premier Crus Blanc de Noirs Brut |
|---|---|
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 68% Pinot Meunier, 32% Pinot Nero |
| Aging | Bottled on 27 June 2018; disgorged on 19 February 2025. |
| Other years | 2017 |
- Vintage and type: Premier Cru Brut Nature Pas Dosé sparkling wine, harvested in 2017
- Grape varieties: Blanc de Noirs made from Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir
- Origin: Grapes from Ambonnay and Bouzy, grown using organic and biodynamic methods
- Sensory profile: Straw yellow, fine perlage, notes of fruit and yeast, structured flavour
- Details and pairings: 0.75 l, 12.5% vol. Ideal with shellfish, sushi and mature cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Sapience is a refined Blanc de Noirs by Marguet, a true expression of Champagne. This blend combines Meunier and Pinot Noir grapes. In the glass, it displays a straw yellow colour with a fine and persistent perlage. On the nose, it opens with clear fruity aromas linked to hints of yeast and bread crust. On the palate, it is rich, defining a dry, structured and deep Brut Nature style.
Where it comes from
The roots of this wine lie in the communes of Ambonnay and Bouzy, in parcels classified as Premier Cru. In this particular terroir, Marguet adopts strict biodynamic and organic farming. The exclusive use of black grape varieties enhances the identity of the soil, ensuring a pure expression of the territory in the glass.
How it is produced
The production strictly follows the Traditional Method, with a prolonged ageing on the lees that ensures great depth of flavour. The absence of added sugars defines its Pas Dosé character, highlighting a taut and vertical zero dosage. Its complex structure makes it ideal to pair with shellfish dishes, sushi and mature cheeses.
History and Curiosities
The 2017 vintage of Sapience, an exceptional Champagne 1er Cru from Marguet, celebrates the biodynamic harmony of the noble vineyards of Ambonnay. This Blanc de Noirs, the result of perfect synergy between Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir, matures on the lees for over six years, acquiring a fine perlage and intense fruity aromas. Crafted according to the classic pas dosé method, it stands out for its rich and structured palate, free from added sugars. An authentic natural alchemy with organic certification, ideal for elegantly enhancing mature cheeses and refined seafood creations.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
15 - 25 years
The Vineyards and Surface Area
The domaine tends old vines averaging around 40 years of age, situated across two of the most celebrated terroirs in the Montagne de Reims:
8 hectares in total:
7.30 hectares in Ambonnay, spread across renowned crus including Les Saints Remys, Les Beurys, Les Crayères, La Grande Ruelle, Les Bermonts, and Le Parc
0.70 hectares in Bouzy, divided between the plots of Les Loges and Les Hannepés
Vineyard Philosophy
In the vineyards, every practice adheres to ecological and holistic principles certified Organic and Demeter:
Animal traction with horses: since 2010, soil tilling has been performed exclusively with horses to prevent tractor compaction, safeguard native flora, foster biodiversity, and maintain a direct connection with the chalk bedrock.
Phytotherapy and aromatherapy: vine care and protection rely on macerations, infusions, and decoctions of medicinal plants alongside targeted essential oils, completely avoiding synthetic chemicals.
Cellar Philosophy
In the cellar, winemaking respects the natural energy of the raw material without invasive intervention, utilizing gentle, natural methods:
Gravity-fed handling: musts and wines are moved by natural fall to minimize mechanical stress.
Aging and naturopathic care: special emphasis is placed on extended lees aging and mindful attention to the wine's energetic balance.
Expressive purity: the ultimate aim is to reveal the chalky minerality and authentic identity of each individual parcel and vintage, a principle epitomized by the Sapience line, the renowned prestige cuvée certified from organic grapes. Read more
| Name | Marguet Champagne 1er Cru Sapience Brut Nature Vintage 2018 |
|---|---|
| Type | White organic classic method sparkling wine pas dosé |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 68% Pinot Meunier, 32% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Marguet |
| Story | History and Curiosities The 2017 vintage of Sapience, an exceptional Champagne 1er Cru from Marguet, celebrates the biodynamic harmony of the noble vineyards of Ambonnay. This Blanc de Noirs, the result of perfect synergy between Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir, matures on the lees for over six years, acquiring a fine perlage and intense fruity aromas. Crafted according to the classic pas dosé method, it stands out for its rich and structured palate, free from added sugars. An authentic natural alchemy with organic certification, ideal for elegantly enhancing mature cheeses and refined seafood creations. |
| Origin | Ambonnay and Bouzy |
| Fermentation | From 27 June 2018 to 19 February 2025 (approximately 6 years and 8 months) |
| Production technique | Traditional method (pas dosé) |
| Wine making | Classic method; brut nature, no dosage (dosage 0 g/l). Bottled on 27 June 2018; disgorged on 19 February 2025. |
| Aging | Bottled on 27 June 2018; disgorged on 19 February 2025. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |