Marguet
Champagne Grand Cru Ambonnay Brut Nature 2021
Other years:
2019| Denomination | AOC Champagne Grand Cru Brut |
|---|---|
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 69% Pinot Nero, 31% Chardonnay |
| Other years | 2019 |
- Grand Cru Origin: Grapes sourced from estate-owned vineyards located in Ambonnay, Champagne AOC
- Brut Nature Style: No dosage, zero residual sugar, dry taste and pronounced structure
- Production Method: Fermentation using the Traditional Method with secondary fermentation in the bottle
- Sensory Profile: Straw yellow colour, fine perlage, fruity and mineral notes
- Pairings and Awards: Ideal with sushi, shellfish and cheeses; rated 94 points by James Suckling
Description
What kind of wine it is
Marguet Champagne Grand Cru Ambonnay Brut Nature is a sparkling wine of great precision, crafted according to the Traditional Method. The blend is led by Chardonnay, combined with Pinot Noir. In the glass, it displays a straw yellow colour enlivened by a fine and persistent perlage. On the nose, intense fruity notes and distinct mineral accents emerge, while the palate is broad, long and balanced, true to the dry and structured expression typical of Brut Nature.
Where it comes from
The grapes come from Marguet's organically farmed vineyards. The terroir of origin is located in the renowned commune of Ambonnay, an area classified as Grand Cru within the Champagne region. This careful selection enhances the local identity, ensuring high-quality fruit that translates into a clear aromatic profile and a pure expression deeply connected to the soil.
How it is produced
Production follows the Traditional Method, an essential technique for achieving an elegant texture and consistent perlage. Made in the Pas Dosé style, the wine contains no residual sugar, highlighting an absolute purity of taste. This decisive approach makes it excellent paired with fish dishes, shellfish, sushi and fried foods. Thanks to its profound balance, it also harmoniously accompanies starters and cheese selections.
History and Curiosities
The Ambonnay Grand Cru Brut Nature 2020 by Marguet originates from estate-owned vineyards located in the prestigious Champagne region. This elegant blend combines Chardonnay and Pinot Noir through the traditional méthode classique. The purity of zero dosage, together with natural vinification without added sulphites, defines the unmistakable character of this vintage. A wine of masterful balance, awarded an impressive 94 points by the critic James Suckling.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
05 - 10 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 Grand Cru Ambonnay Brut Nature 2021 |
|---|---|
| Type | White organic classic method sparkling wine pas dosé |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2021 |
| Alcohol content | 13.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 69% Pinot Nero, 31% Chardonnay |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Marguet |
| Story | History and Curiosities The Ambonnay Grand Cru Brut Nature 2020 by Marguet originates from estate-owned vineyards located in the prestigious Champagne region. This elegant blend combines Chardonnay and Pinot Noir through the traditional méthode classique. The purity of zero dosage, together with natural vinification without added sulphites, defines the unmistakable character of this vintage. A wine of masterful balance, awarded an impressive 94 points by the critic James Suckling. |
| Origin | Ambonnay (Champagne) |
| Production technique | Traditional method (bottle fermentation) |
| Wine making | Traditional method (secondary fermentation in bottle), pas dosé/zero dosage (Brut Nature), no added sulphites or minimal sulphites. |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |