Charly sur Marne - Vallée de la Marne

Champagne Christian Naude

At Christian Naudé, Meunier is not a supplementary grape variety; it is the foundation of the estate's entire philosophy. 

In Charly-sur-Marne, Geoffroy Naudé is dedicated to unveiling the full potential of this emblematic grape from the Vallée de la Marne, crafting champagnes that are straightforward, precise, and approachable. 

An unadorned approach, where each cuvée aims to express the character of its terroir and the joy of sharing.

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Restoring Meunier to its rightful place

At Christian Naudé, Geoffroy Naudé has made a clear choice: to highlight the grape variety that defines his village. Long regarded as merely a blending partner, Meunier takes centre stage here. The estate demonstrates that it can produce precise, balanced, and expressive champagnes when cultivated on the most suitable terroir.

This dedication to Meunier imparts a true personality to the cuvées and serves as the guiding principle of the estate.

A terroir that mirrors its character

In Charly-sur-Marne, the clay-limestone soils and rolling hills provide Meunier with ideal conditions to achieve excellent ripeness while maintaining its freshness. Geoffroy Naudé works this terroir with a straightforward approach: guiding the vine without attempting to mask its natural expression.

In the cellar, vinifications focus on the purity of the fruit. Predominantly conducted in stainless steel tanks, they are occasionally complemented by partial ageing in wood, used judiciously to add depth without overpowering the wine.

Champagnes Crafted for Pleasure

The intentionally focused range embodies this philosophy. Each cuvée seeks the perfect balance between the fruitiness of Meunier, the structure of Pinot Noir, and the freshness of Chardonnay when the blends require it. The result is a collection of champagnes that are approachable, indulgent, and genuine, equally at home as an aperitif or at the dining table.

Through his wines, Christian Naudé reminds us that a great champagne doesn't need to overdo it. Sometimes, all it takes is a fully embraced grape variety, a well-understood terroir, and a winegrower who simply lets nature speak.