R. Pouillon & fils

Champagne| Vallée de la Marne | Mareuil-sur-Aÿ

Fabrice is dedicated to the vitality, energy and health of his vineyards. In 2003, he began the work of conversion to organic viticulture and today he incorporates biodynamic principles into his work including compost management, spraying herbal “teas” and applying 500 and 501 treatments. He currently uses only organic compounds for fertilizer, pheromone confusion to ward off pests, cover crops to restore nutrients in the soil and plows alternating rows. He is also a member of Lutte Raisonnée. These are wines that are light on their feet yet possess depth and intensity that unfold with each sip.

R. Pouillon & fils "Grand Vallée" Extra Brut NV (2020 Base)

Grand Vallée is an expression of the Vallée de la Marne through the Pouillon lens. It is a blend of all of Pouillon’s holdings relative to what those vineyars are comprised of - roughly 65% pinot noir, 20% pinot meunier, and 15% chardonnay. This cuvée has evolved over time and improved in quality to better reflect the evolution of the domaine at large. Formerly known as "Réserve Brut", the "Grande Vallée" cuvée is fermented with native yeasts, half in neutral barrique and half fermented in enameled tank. Elevage continues a minimum of 6-8 months before the wine is blended with the previous vintage to be refermented in bottle utilizing the Method Fabrice Pouillon.

  • N.V.
  • Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir
  • France
  • Champagne
  • Vallée de la Marne, Montagne de Reims
  • Biodynamic
  • Argile-calcaire
  • 8 months before bottling
  • In half hogsheads, barrels and small vats.
  • 65% pinot noir, 15% chardonnay, 20% meunier.
  • 750 ml, 1.5 L

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