Domaine Lagille L’Inattendue Brut Champagne (750ml)

The Lagille family have been vignerons in Treslon, in the Vallée de L’Ardre since 1818.  Today, the estate is run by siblings Maud and Vincent Lagille who are known for their innovative and sustainable approach to viticulture and sparkling winemaking. 

Domaine Lagille converted to organics in 2019 and also has the Haute Valeur Environnementale certification.  Their 7.20 hectares of vineyards are mainly planted to Pinot Meunier (55%), followed by Chardonnay (30%) and Pinot Noir (15%), producing around 50,000 bottles per yea.

A unique feature of the estate is that they train their Meunier vines using the “cordon royat” system usually reserved for Grand Cru vineyards, which ensures low yields and greater concentration of quality.  They vinify parcel-by-parcel, use minimal dosage, and minimal oak to highlight the richness and complexity of the clay-limestone terroir of the Montagne de Reims