Marguet
Champagne 1er Cru Brut Nature Oenotheque Sapience Vintage 2013
| Denomination | AOC Champagne Premier Cru Brut |
|---|---|
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Area | Champagne region (France) |
| Grape varieties | 50% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Meunier, 25% Pinot Nero |
- Name and style: Champagne AOC Premier Cru Brut Nature without dosage, vintage 2013
- Grape blend: 50% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Meunier, 25% Pinot Noir; 0.75 litre bottle
- Sensory profile: straw yellow colour, fine perlage, yeast notes; structured taste
- Philosophy: traditional method, biodynamic practices and soil cultivation with horses
- Pairings: with minimal sulphites, it is ideal for sushi, shellfish, fried foods and cheeses
Description
What kind of wine it is
Sapience Oenotheque is the Premier Cru Champagne from the Marguet winery, created from a meticulous blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir. Crafted according to the principles of the Traditional Method, this sparkling wine stands out for its well-defined aromatic profile. In the glass, it displays a brilliant straw yellow hue, crossed by a fine and persistent perlage. The palate is dry and assertive, typical of a zero dosage, supported by intense fruity aromas and fragrant yeast notes. Its structure is ideal for enhancing shellfish and fried fish.
Where it comes from
The grapes for this blend come from the villages of Trépail, Cumières and Bouzy, located in the renowned Champagne region. The vines sink their roots into deep chalky soils, a geological feature that imparts pronounced minerality and a sense of great solidity to the wine. In these crus, the linearity of Chardonnay combines with the incisive character of Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, creating a perfect balance. The estate adopts biodynamic practices, focusing on soil health to enhance the genuine purity of the terroir.
How it is produced
Production strictly follows the Traditional Method, involving careful ageing on the lees in the bottle, which amplifies the complexity of the bouquet. The decision to vinify this cuvée as a zero dosage results in a rich and structured sip, free from added sugars, to fully showcase the raw material. As a testament to a deep connection with the land, the estate cultivates the plots using horses, preserving the vitality of the soil. The result is a dry and profound wine, also excellent when paired with cheeses.
History and Curiosities
Marguet Sapience Oenotheque 2013 is a Premier Cru Champagne that embodies respect for nature. Originating from the terroirs of Trépail, Cumières and Bouzy, this classic method pas dosé is the pure expression of rigorous biodynamic agriculture. Since 2010, the Maison has worked the chalky soils with the help of horses, honouring the deep connection between the vine, man and the land. Its unspoilt essence, with a minimal sulphite content, offers a fine perlage and a rich structure, in which vibrant fruity notes blend with elegant hints of yeast.
Tasting notes
Perlage
Perfume
Color
Taste
Serve at:
06 - 08 °C
Longevity:
10 - 15 years
- Hectares: 8
The domaine tends old vines with an average age of around 40 years, spread across two of the most renowned terroirs of the Montagne de Reims:
8 total estate-owned hectares:
7.30 hectares in Ambonnay, distributed among the renowned crus Les Saints Remys, Les Beurys, Les Crayères, La Grande Ruelle, Les Bermonts, and Le Parc
0.70 hectares in Bouzy, divided between the Les Loges and Les Hannepés parcels
In the vineyard, every practice adheres to certified Organic and Demeter ecological and holistic principles.
Since 2010, soil tilling has been carried out exclusively with horses to avoid tractor-induced soil compaction, protect wild flora, preserve biodiversity, and connect directly with the chalk subsoil.
Vine care and defense rely on herbal macerations, infusions, and decoctions, complemented by the targeted use of essential oils, completely excluding synthetic chemicals.
In the cellar, vinification follows the natural energy of the raw fruit without invasive intervention, utilizing gentle, natural methods:
Gravity-fed transfers: Musts and base wines are moved by natural fall to minimize mechanical stress.
Aging and naturopathic approach: Significant emphasis is placed on extended lees aging and on the wine's energetic balance.
Expressive purity: The primary objective is to enhance the chalky minerality and authentic identity of each individual parcel and vintage—a principle epitomized by the Sapience range, the famed prestige cuvée crafted from certified organic grapes.
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| Name | Marguet Champagne 1er Cru Brut Nature Oenotheque Sapience Vintage 2013 |
|---|---|
| Type | White organic classic method sparkling wine pas dosé |
| Denomination | Champagne AOC |
| Vintage | 2013 |
| Size | 0,75 l |
| Alcohol content | 12.5% by volume |
| Grape varieties | 50% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Meunier, 25% Pinot Nero |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne region |
| Vendor | Marguet |
| Story | History and Curiosities Marguet Sapience Oenotheque 2013 is a Premier Cru Champagne that embodies respect for nature. Originating from the terroirs of Trépail, Cumières and Bouzy, this classic method pas dosé is the pure expression of rigorous biodynamic agriculture. Since 2010, the Maison has worked the chalky soils with the help of horses, honouring the deep connection between the vine, man and the land. Its unspoilt essence, with a minimal sulphite content, offers a fine perlage and a rich structure, in which vibrant fruity notes blend with elegant hints of yeast. |
| Origin | Trépail, Cumières, Bouzy |
| Soil composition | Gesso |
| Production technique | Traditional method (traditional bottle method) |
| Wine making | Classic method (traditional bottle method), biodynamic practices, soil worked with horses, pas dosé (zero dosage), no added/minimal sulphites |
| Allergens | Contains sulphites |