Champagne Blanc de Blancs Brut N.V., Claude Michez

Refined bubbles from Boursault: an artisanal Champagne combining precision, character, and remarkable finesse. This Blanc de Blancs Brut from boutique producer Claude Michez stands out as a prime expression of pure Chardonnay from the Marne Valley. Operating as a certified Récoltant Manipulant (RM), the family oversees every step from vine husbandry to pressing and disgorgement, resulting in a crystalline, mineral-driven Champagne of exceptional value.

In the glass, it displays a bright, pale gold hue with a fine, persistent bead. The nose opens with invigorating aromas of fresh citrus, lemon zest, white blossoms, crisp green apple, and subtle notes of warm brioche and toasted almonds. On the palate, the wine is focused, energetic, and mineral. Aged for 24 months on its fine lees and finished with a 6 g/L dosage, it strikes a harmonious balance between creamy texture and vibrant, saline acidity.

Key Highlights

• Terroir: 100% Chardonnay sourced from organically farmed vineyards in Boursault (Vallée de la Marne), planted on clay-limestone soils.
• Winemaking & Ageing: Full malolactic fermentation to soften acidity. Aged sur latte on fine lees for 24 months, finished with a balanced Brut dosage of 6 g/L.
• Sustainability: HVE3-certified (High Environmental Value) since 2015 and under official organic conversion since 2020. 100% Récoltant Manipulant (RM).
• Tasting Profile: Elegant, mineral, citrus-driven, and creamy. Notes of lemon zest, white blossom, crisp apple, brioche, and a focused chalky finish.
• Ageing Potential: At its peak of freshness and energy now; best enjoyed over the next 1 to 3 years.

Food Pairing

• Aperitif & Seafood: An ideal festive aperitif, as well as a match for raw oysters, seared sea scallops, sea bass tartare, or fresh ceviche.
• Fish & Salads: Excellent alongside pan-seared plaice, grilled turbot, or summer salads with goat cheese and citrus dressing.
• Cheese: Pairs wonderfully with fresh cream cheeses and regional bloomy-rind cheeses such as Chaource or Langres.
• Serving Suggestion: Best served chilled between 7°C and 9°C in slender tulip glasses.

The Terroir of Boursault

Boursault perches on the northern slopes of the Vallée de la Marne, near Épernay. While the Marne Valley is historically associated with Pinot Meunier, the chalky clay soils on Boursault’s sheltered hillsides produce a surprisingly mineral, floral, and precise style of Chardonnay. The interplay between maritime humidity and limestone subsoils lends this Blanc de Blancs its signature freshness and drive.

About Champagne Claude Michez

Champagne Claude Michez is an artisan grower estate situated in Boursault. Since 2010, the domain has operated as a Récoltant Manipulant, crafting Champagnes exclusively from estate-grown fruit. Driven by sustainable viticulture (HVE and organic conversion) and meticulous cellar practices, the Michez family creates authentic, terroir-focused Champagnes.