In a market dominated by Champagne from large producers, here we have an artisanal style of Champagne from an award-winning producer that offers genuine Champagne character and pleasure at an entry level price point.

Golden yellow with an abundant and fine mousse. Apple-like and zesty on the nose with scents of dried flowers, following up in the mid palate with softer, rounder fruit notes, a lifted, elegant finish. Great as an aperitif but also works well with seafood and oily fish, or even creamy poultry dishes such as Chicken a la creme.

In a market dominated by large producers, here we have an artisanal style from an award-winning producer that offers genuine Champagne character and pleasure at an entry level price point. Champagne H. Blin is a union of vintner (Vincelles Cooperative) founded in 1947 by Henri Blin and 28 other growers. Located in Vincelles in Marne Valley (25 minutes west of Epernay and Reims), Champagne H. Blin is known for its cuvees with a strong identity, crafted to express their unique character. These wines are based around the historic local grape variety, Pinot Meunier. The 110 hectares of vines, planted around Vincelles, are predominantly Pinot Meunier (70%), but they also grow Chardonnay (16%) and Pinot Noir (14%).

Pinot Meunier

Chardonnay

Chardonnay is one of the most versatile and widely planted white grape varieties in the world, renowned for its adaptability to diverse climates and winemaking styles. Originating in Burgundy, where it reaches its most elegant and mineral expression, Chardonnay can range from crisp and steely to rich and opulent, depending on where and how it is made. Its relatively neutral character allows it to reflect both terroir and technique—whether aged in stainless steel for a lean, citrus-driven profile, or in oak barrels to develop notes of vanilla, toast, and creamy texture. Flavours often include apple, pear, lemon, peach, and tropical fruits, with cool-climate examples offering tension and minerality, while warmer regions yield fuller, rounder styles. From Chablis to Napa, Margaret River to Sicily, Chardonnay remains a benchmark for quality and diversity in white wine.

Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is one of the world’s most revered and expressive grape varieties, prized for its elegance, complexity, and ability to reflect terroir like no other. Native to Burgundy, it thrives in cool to moderate climates and is notoriously thin-skinned and finicky to grow, requiring careful vineyard management. In the glass, Pinot Noir typically offers delicate aromas of red berries—such as cherry, raspberry, and strawberry—alongside floral notes, forest floor, and subtle spice. Its light to medium body, gentle tannins, and bright acidity make it both graceful and food-friendly. Whether from the limestone slopes of Burgundy, the coastal vineyards of California, the hills of Oregon, or New Zealand’s Central Otago, Pinot Noir captivates with its finesse, transparency, and the ability to age gracefully, making it a favourite among both winemakers and wine lovers alike.

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