Les Monts Fournois
Domaine Coteaux Champenois Blanc
Combining elegance and finesse, this still white Coteaux Champenois made from Chardonnay grapes from the northern Montagne de Reims region reflects the freshness of its terroir.
These old Chardonnay vines were planted in 1961, on the “Les Monts Fournois” Premier Cru terroir in Ludes. The soil is poor, the chalk almost outcropping. The south-facing exposure is optimal for Chardonnay maturity.
- Region
- Champagne
- Appellation
- Champagne
- Sub-Appellation
- Coteaux Champagne AOP
- Varietal Composition
- Chardonnay
- Aging
- 18 months on the lees in barrel.
- Alcohol
- 12.5%
The slight reduction of the first nose evolves, giving way to a beautiful fruitiness, with a touch of exotic notes, reflecting the terroir of Les Monts Fournois. The wine is generous. The maturity of the 2022 vintage is clearly visible.
Vinous
93 Points
2023
The 2023 Coteaux Champenois is 100% Chardonnay from vines planted in 1961. Pear, white flowers, mint and chalk open first. Pliant and creamy through the middle, the 2023 offers gorgeous palate presence and energy. Its balance is impeccable. The 2023 was fermented with indigenous yeasts and spent 18 months in medium-format oak. Sadly, production is all of one 600-liter barrel and a second 450-liter barrel.
— Antonio Galloni, 2026
