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Maison Agrapart & Fils: The Craft of Champagne from the Côte des Blancs

Located in the heart of the Côte des Blancs, in Avize, is one of the most authentic and respected maisons in Champagne: Agrapart & Fils. Founded in 1894, this family-owned estate has built its reputation on a simple yet profound philosophy: to produce Champagne that genuinely speaks of its land, with purity, minerality, and transparency.

Agrapart’s Philosophy: A Commitment to Nature and Terroir

Agrapart & Fils cultivates 12 hectares of vineyards, the majority of which are Grand Cru, located in the villages of Avize, Cramant, Oger, and Oiry. These chalky soils are perfect for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The viticulture is carried out according to agrobiological practices. Though not certified, the estate refrains from using chemical fertilizers and herbicides, instead focusing on the health and balance of the soil. In some plots, such as the one for the famous Vénus cuvée, horses are still used to work the soil without compacting it.

Crafting Champagne: Tradition, Respect, and Quality

The winemaking process at Agrapart is artisanal and focuses on expressing the purest qualities of the fruit and terroir. The grapes are fermented in used oak barrels, which helps preserve the natural character of the wine. Indigenous yeasts are used to encourage spontaneous fermentations, and each vineyard is vinified separately to showcase its unique characteristics. No fining or filtration is used, and the wines undergo extended aging on the lees, often lasting over three years, which adds complexity and structure.

The Agrapart Style: Pure, Mineral Champagne

The result of this approach is a style of Champagne that stands out for its tension, freshness, and mineral character. Agrapart focuses on producing cuvées that are Brut Nature or Extra Brut to highlight the precision of Chardonnay and the mineral expression of the Côte des Blancs terroirs. Each bottle represents a true expression of the land, with essential, vibrant, and age-worthy Champagne.

Iconic Cuvées from Agrapart

• Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru: This cuvée expresses the purity of Chardonnay with a mineral edge, reflecting the chalky soils of the region.

• Minéral: Sourced from the best parcels in Avize and Cramant, with no dosage, it is pure, taut, and perfect for those who appreciate an essential expression.

• Avizoise: From old vines in Avize, this cuvée is rounder and more complex, with a textured profile that develops beautifully over time.

• Vénus: Sourced from a single plot farmed with horses, this biodynamic cuvée is deep and expressive, with significant aging potential.

Why Choose Agrapart?

Choosing Agrapart means trusting a maison that combines tradition with innovation, committed to producing Champagne that is synonymous with elegance and authenticity. Their wines are characterized by exceptional quality, respecting the nature of the land and the terroir. Here’s why Agrapart’s Champagne stands out:

• Grand Cru vineyards located in the best villages of the Côte des Blancs

• Spontaneous fermentations with indigenous yeasts

• No invasive interventions in the cellar

• Natural farming with manual labor

• Vibrant, long-lived Champagne with rare finesse

Technical Sheet

• Foundation: 1894

• Location: Avize, Côte des Blancs, Champagne

• Winemaker: Pascal Agrapart

• Vineyard Area: 12 hectares

• Grape Varieties: 95% Chardonnay, 5% Pinot Noir

• Vineyards: Grand Cru – Avize, Cramant, Oger, Oiry

• Farming: Agro-biological (non-certified)

• Fermentation: Indigenous yeasts, oak barrels

• Aging: Extended lees aging

• Dosage: From Brut Nature to Extra Brut

• Style: Dry, mineral, elegant

• Annual Production: Around 100,000 bottles