The Désiré is a sparkling wine that contains the wisdom and dedication of more than 100 years of history of the Gratiot family. Since the end of the 19th century, each of the 5 generations has contributed to evolving the memory and tradition of this winery that makes teamwork its strength. With Rémy, the current owner, the name of the company has also changed, becoming “Gratiot & Cie”, highlighting the passion and contribution of each individual, almost as if each individual bubble comes from the hands of all those who work there.

This Désiré Gratiot is a Champagne that expresses all the notes of Pinot Meunier in an area dedicated to it, the department of Aisne in the Vallée de la Marne region. The winery owns 18 hectares spread over 43 plots in 7 different villages: in-depth knowledge of the territory and the peculiarities of the vines and the soil in the various segments requires care, technique and historical memory. In the vineyard, Remy’s idea is that of integrated viticulture, which allows, through constant research, a balance between flora and fauna in the most natural development possible of the ecosystem. The cuvée of this Champagne is a blend of Pinot Meunier and, in a smaller percentage, Chardonnay of the same vintage. It remains on the lees for no less than 7 years.

The Champagne Désiré Gratiot 2012 is a Brut which has a character that stands out in the production of the French winery. The perlage appears fine and elegant within a sea of ​​golden yellow, which releases hints of yellow-fleshed fruit in the glass, especially plums, with a hint of white flowers and brioche. It is a wine that departs from the standardized canons of the great Champagne houses, it has a strong imprint given by the hand of the winemakers behind the scenes. A clear expression of the territory, it brings with it an enormous pleasantness of drink that makes it perfect for not excessively elaborate fish-based meals, which already Désiré Gratiot demands its space as the undisputed protagonist.

A vintage high in finesse and elegance! Its gold color and its brioche aromas at the end of the mouth make this champagne a unique Vintage. It offers a beautiful freshness, ideal with fish and seafood. 70% of wines produced by malolactic fermentation
9% vinification in barrel