The Producer
Founded in 1808 in Urville, in the heart of the Côte des Bar, the Champagne Drappier house is one of the great family signatures of Champagne. The modern history of the estate is mainly written from the 20th century, when the Drappier family decided to prioritize Pinot Noir, the emblematic grape of the south of Champagne. True to a philosophy of authenticity and expression of the terroir, the house has gradually established itself as a reference for generous and precise champagnes, appreciated by both enthusiasts and fine dining establishments.
The vineyard of the house is mainly located around the village of Urville, in the Côte des Bar, a region characterized by its clay-limestone soils of Kimmeridgian origin, similar to those of Chablis. This terroir, particularly suited to Pinot Noir, produces wines that are both powerful and elegant, marked by a beautiful fruit maturity. The house currently cultivates more than 60 hectares, with an increasing focus on sustainable viticulture and reducing inputs, in order to preserve the purity of the soils and the typicity of the grapes.
Today led by Michel Drappier and his family, the house perpetuates a style recognizable among all: low-dosage champagnes, often made with very little sulfur and sometimes vinified in large oak casks. This artisanal approach allows for the production of emblematic cuvées, particularly around pinot noir, which faithfully reflect the identity of the Côte des Bar and the family's commitment to sincere and expressive wines.
The Wine
Jurassic limestone soil Kimmeridgian of Urville
Sustainable farming
Plateau press with very low pressure
First press Gravity vinification
Natural settling
Malolactic fermentation
Organic yeasts from the estate
Unfiltered and uncolored
Less than 30 mg/l of sulfites
Aging in bottle for 36 months
Tasting
Golden vermilion color. Nose of freshly pressed black grapes, red and white fruits, and citrus. Full mouthfeel of vine peach pulp and a bouquet of aromatic herbs. Subtle spicy notes in the finish. A fine and taut Champagne of great purity.
Ideal as an aperitif. Perfectly accompanies seafood, sashimi, a veal tartare, or fresh goat cheese. Serve at 7°c.