At a glance

Producer

Bourgeois-Diaz

Region

Champagne, France

Grape variety

100% Pinot Meunier (Blanc de Noirs)

Wine type

Sparkling

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$50-80 USD

Tasting profile

Aromas of red berries, cherry skin, stone fruits, subtle florals, and a mineral backbone. Palate is fresh, dry, with biscuits and chalky texture, showing purity of Pinot Meunier.

Evolution: Develops greater toast, nut, and delicate earthy complexity over 3-5 years, with integration of acid and mousse.

At peak: At peak, expect a harmonious balance between fruit, savory brioche, and chalky minerals.

Structure

Acidity

Racy, high

Tannins

Absent (as is typical for Champagne)

Alcohol

12% ABV (typical for Champagne)

Aging potential

Can develop additional complexity over 3-5 years, but intended for relatively early consumption.

Drinking window

Peak drinking

1 to 3

Optimal window

5

Current status

Ready to drink now; this non-vintage Champagne is designed for immediate enjoyment, but can benefit from short to mid-term cellaring.

Current condition

Fresh, vibrant, with pronounced minerality and structure typical of grower Champagne.

Non-vintage Blanc de Noirs Champagnes are crafted for both immediate approachability and short-term cellaring. This wine's vibrant acidity and minimal dosage make it especially vivid early, with rewarding savory evolution if cellared up to five years.

Food pairing

Excellent with charcuterie, duck rillettes, ripened cheeses (Comté, Tomme), or sushi and sashimi. Its dryness and minerality also complement seafood or roasted poultry.

Serving

Serving temperature

8-10°C / 46-50°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 9/10

Vineyard managed with biodynamic methods (no synthetic chemicals, emphasis on biodiversity, manual labor), use of wild yeasts, low-intervention cellar practices, lightweight glass bottles, label printing with recycled materials.

Bourgeois-Diaz is recognized for pioneering organic and biodynamic viticulture in Champagne, earning high environmental certifications. Their responsible approach in vineyard and winery, including low energy use, soil conservation, and minimal packaging, puts them among the region's sustainability leaders.