Crafted in the heart of the Marne Valley, H. Blin Rosé Brut is an elegant expression of the Meunier grape for which the cooperative is famed. Composed primarily of Pinot Meunier with a touch of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, it captures the house’s hallmark fruit-driven style. The wine’s delicate salmon-pink hue and fine, persistent mousse set the stage for aromas of wild strawberries, redcurrants, and rose petals, lifted by subtle notes of pastry and spice from extended lees ageing.

On the palate, it is lively and harmonious, balancing fresh red berry fruit with a refined creaminess and gentle minerality. The finish is crisp yet rounded, making it a versatile Champagne that shines both as an apéritif and alongside dishes such as smoked salmon, duck, or fruit-based desserts. A beautifully poised rosé that exemplifies H. Blin’s commitment to precision, purity, and the expressive charm of Meunier.

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 Noir (60%)

Pinot Noir is one of the world’s most revered red grape varieties, known for its ability to express site with clarity and finesse. Typically showing red and dark cherry fruit, floral notes and subtle earthiness, it is light to medium bodied with fine tannins and bright acidity. Styles range from delicate and aromatic to more structured and concentrated, depending on climate and winemaking approach.

Chardonnay (20%)

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 Meunier (10%)

Pinot Meunier is one of the three principal grapes of Champagne, valued for the freshness, fruit character and approachability it brings to sparkling wines. Often showing notes of apple, pear, peach and subtle floral tones, it produces wines with soft texture and vibrant early appeal, helping to balance the structure of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in traditional Champagne blends. Thriving in Champagne’s cooler conditions, Pinot Meunier is particularly prized for its reliability in more challenging vintages and its ability to add roundness and generosity to non vintage cuvées. While traditionally used as a blending component, it is increasingly recognised in its own right for producing expressive, fruit-driven sparkling wines with charm and immediacy.