COLOUR
White
TYPE
Sparkling
VINTAGE
NV
GRAPE
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
PRODUCER
Champagne A. Margaine
REGION
Champagne
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Medium
Sweetness
Dry
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Medium - Long
Intensity
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
A. Margaine Le Brut is a Non-Vintage Brut Champagne from the Premier Cru appellation of Villers-Marmery in the Montagne de Reims, France. Produced by the family-run Champagne A. Margaine, the wine is primarily composed of Chardonnay, with a small percentage of Pinot Noir. The estate's vineyards are situated in Villers-Marmery, an area recognized for its chalky soils and its unique status as a Chardonnay-dominant enclave within the Montagne de Reims. The Margaine family has been cultivating vines for four generations, emphasizing tradition and environmental stewardship.
ALCOHOL
12.0%
AVG. PRICE
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
8-10°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Villers-Marmery is an 'island of Chardonnay' in the Pinot Noir heartland of Montagne de Reims.
Fact 02
The estate practices sustainable viticulture, with 90% of vineyards free of herbicides.
Fact 03
Vineyards are old, averaging 32-35 years of age.
Fact 04
The house's signature cuvée is made from a unique local Chardonnay clone.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
A. Margaine Le Brut is produced using traditional Champagne methods. Grapes are fermented in stainless steel tanks to maintain freshness. The wine undergoes aging on lees in bottle for at least 24 months, contributing to its complexity. Reserve wines from previous vintages, some dating back to 2011, are incorporated into the blend to ensure consistency and depth. The dosage is typically between 7-8 grams per liter, classifying it as Brut.
