Champagne Original Oger Grand Cru N.M. Vauversin

Champagne Original Oger Grand Cru

Overview

The Champagne Original Oger Grand Cru captures the essence of Oger, blending 17 parcels from the plains to the hilltops. Made from 100% Chardonnay, the wine combines 60% same-vintage wines with 40% reserve wines, achieving balance, freshness, and complexity. Vinified in wood and aged 24 months on the lees for effervescence, it is finished with an Extra-Brut dosage of 4 g/l, offering precision and finesse on the palate.

Wine History

Original is the result of the Vauversin family’s expertise and deep knowledge of the Oger Grand Cru vineyards. Each parcel contributes unique characteristics, from chalky lowlands to fresh hilltops. The estate’s philosophy emphasizes Chardonnay’s personality and terroir expression, carefully blending vintages to highlight elegance and typicity.

Vineyard Philosophy

The 17 parcels are cultivated with attention to biodiversity and soil health. Sustainable vineyard management ensures healthy grapes with complex aromatics. Every stage, from flowering to harvest, is meticulously monitored to ensure each cluster contributes to the blend’s balance and structure.

Winemaking Approach

Vinification occurs in wood, with 24 months on the lees for delicate mousse and superior aromatic complexity. The 4 g/l Extra-Brut dosage enhances purity and finesse, producing an elegant, fresh, and persistent Champagne. All wines contain sulfites, reflecting careful artisanal production.

Tasting Notes and Pairings

Color: straw yellow with golden reflections
Aroma: citrus, white flowers, and subtle minerality
Palate: fresh, harmonious, and persistent, with balanced acidity and refined finish
Perfect with seafood, sushi, fish carpaccio, and fresh cheeses.

Technical Sheet

• Producer: Vauversin

• Vintage: N.M.

• Region: Champagne

• Grape Variety: 100% Chardonnay

• Format: 0.75 l

• Denomination: DOP

• Alcohol: 12.5%

• Serving Temperature: 8–10°C

Vauversin Winery: Champagne Excellence in Côte des Blancs

History

The Vauversin family has been present in Champagne since the mid-17th century, but it was only in the early 20th century that Fernand Vauversin began vinifying and marketing wines independently. The winery was officially established in 1929, carrying forward a tradition of passion and dedication through generations. Today, the estate is managed by Laurent Vauversin, the fifteenth generation, who after studying viticulture and oenology and gaining experience in Australia, took over the family estate. Vauversin’s history is a balance between ancient roots and modernity, with a constant goal: expressing the authenticity of Chardonnay grown in Oger.

Vineyard Philosophy

At the heart of the estate is a single grape variety: Chardonnay, thriving in the Côte des Blancs on chalky, limestone soils and a cool climate, achieving extraordinary purity and finesse. The vineyard management follows principles of biodiversity, science, and harmony, inspired by natural ecosystems and modern agronomy. Vines are interplanted with cereals, legumes, flowers, and perennial aromatic plants such as lavender, rosemary, and sage, alongside various tree species. Since 2011, the estate is certified organic, and massal selection of Chardonnay is carried out in collaboration with a local nursery, ensuring the highest quality grapes while respecting the environment.

Winemaking Approach

Winemaking is characterized by careful handling of each grape lot. At the end of summer, grapes from the different plots undergo delicate vinification under meticulous control. In spring, the wine is bottled and left to age for several years on the lees, with riddling done entirely by hand. Each cuvée follows a specific vinification path, enhancing the personality of Chardonnay and producing a range of Blanc-de-Blancs with remarkable elegance, character, and finesse.

Terroir and Style

The Oger Grand Cru terroir is the true protagonist of Vauversin wines, providing complexity, minerality, and longevity. The winery’s approach blends tradition and innovation, respecting the seasonality and natural qualities of the grapes. Attention to detail, from vineyard planting to winemaking, ensures every Champagne expresses the essence of Côte des Blancs, making it unique and authentic. All wines contain sulfites, ensuring preservation and quality in every bottle.