Pinot Meunier
Long overshadowed by its Champagne stablemates, Pinot Meunier is finally having its moment. Lush red berries, violets, and a hint of spice set it apart from Chardonnay’s precision and Pinot Noir’s structure. In youth, it is fruit-driven and exuberant, while older expressions gain depth, developing nutty, brioche-like complexity. Its resilience in cool climates makes it a vital, often underestimated, part of Champagne’s identity.