NV Christophe Mignon "ADN de Foudre Trois Cépages", Extra Brut, Champagne France

ABOUT THIS WINE

“ADN de Foudre Trois Cépages” is a strikingly composed Extra Brut Champagne vinified and aged entirely in large oak foudres. The wine is a field blend-style cuvée, crafted from equal parts Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay—all sourced from Mignon’s biodynamically farmed vineyards in Le Breuil and Festigny, in the Vallée de la Marne. The clay-limestone terroirs and meticulous vineyard care yield fruit of depth and purity, essential for a foudre-aged wine of this clarity.

Fermentation with native yeasts takes place in oak foudres, followed by extended lees aging. The influence of wood is subtle but texturally significant, adding breadth and spice while preserving freshness. Bottled with minimal sulfur and finished with a low dosage (Extra Brut), this wine presents notes of poached pear, lemon oil, savory brioche, and crushed chalk. Its structure and elegance make it a compelling match for dishes like roasted poultry, truffle risotto, or aged Comté.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Christophe Mignon, based in Le Breuil, is one of Champagne’s most thoughtful and unconventional grower-producers. He comes from a long line of vignerons but has carved out a unique path by farming according to a personalized fusion of biodynamics, permaculture, and lunar cycles. His 6.5 hectares are planted predominantly to Pinot Meunier, though he maintains small parcels of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay for blends like this one.

In the cellar, Mignon is as much a craftsman as a technician—favoring natural ferments, low intervention, and precise élevage in both stainless steel and wood. His “ADN” series reflects a philosophical commitment to letting nature and terroir speak, with each bottling revealing a different facet of Champagne’s potential. “ADN de Foudre Trois Cépages” is his homage to harmony—between grape varieties, aging vessels, and the guiding rhythms of the vineyard.