Tasting Notes
Textural with energy, this Champagne has that beautiful leesy nose and palate with fruit that leans more into citrus but with some stone fruit too and an oxidative touch. Really great value for money. - Aaron C.
Found in the western reaches of the Valle de la Marne in the Flagot Valley, Festigny is perhaps not the most recognised village in the region, but as with so many of the growers we are lucky to work with, this is a place where the vineyards do the talking. The history of the estate dates back to the 1930’s and to this day is 15ha of glorious vines, spread across 12 villages and a mind-boggling 45 different plots. Described by Champagne guru Peter Liem as ‘The Corton of Champagne’ the argilo-calcaire (clay over limestone) dominant slopes of Festingy also feature a high proportion of chalk which helps ensure the wines are rich and juicy as well as focused and energetic.
Pinot Meunier reigns supreme for the family making up 80% of their precious holdings, 50% of which are in and around the village of Festigny itself. Festigny has a hugely complex terroir, with the vineyards surrounding the village in a somewhat mushroom shape with multiple slopes, exposures and a mosaic of soil types – and it is this complex network of slopes, soils and microclimates that make Julien and Thierry tick. Standing with them in the vineyard is thrilling as they discuss and share stories about what makes each slope unique in what it brings to the final wines that the family produce.
| Product Type | Wine Sparkling Champagne |
| Volume | 750ml |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Sub Region | Vallee de La Marne |
| Winemaking Practices | Minimal Intervention |
| Vineyard Practices | Organic/Biodynamic |