The house's approachable, Meunier-led signature cuvée combines broad trade appeal with the depth of a minimum three years on lees.

Champagne Hautbois is a family grower based in Pévy, in the Massif de Saint-Thierry. The estate traces its winegrowing heritage to 1829 and builds its range around long bottle ageing, measured dosage and expressive blends of Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

In the glass
Pale yellow with a fine mousse; expressive mirabelle plum, vineyard peach and white-fleshed fruit lead to an ample, rounded palate with moderate acidity and a fresh, generous finish.

How it is made
Family vineyards around Pévy in the Massif de Saint-Thierry; reserve wines are included in the blend; minimum three years ageing on lees; Brut dosage of 6 g/L.

Enjoy it with
Serve at 8-10°C as an aperitif or with gougères, charcuterie, roast poultry and young Comté.

At a glance

• Producer: Champagne Hautbois
• Grape(s): 75% Pinot Meunier; 15% Chardonnay; 10% Pinot Noir
• Region: Champagne; Pévy, Massif de Saint-Thierry; AOC Champagne; France
• Vintage / release: NV
• ABV: 12.5%
• Style: Meunier-led Brut Champagne; generous, fruit-forward and balanced