In the Premier Cru village of Chigny-les-Roses, Arnaud Gounel-Lassalle is crafting terroir-driven Champagnes that challenge traditional luxury codes. Since becoming an independent grower-producer in 2017, he has focused on parcel-by-parcel winemaking, revealing the unique character of the region’s chalk-rich soils. Rooted in family heritage and guided by a philosophy of transparency and stewardship, his wines showcase Champagne as a serious, expressive wine of place and gastr

Champagne Nominé-Renard embodies a rare balance in Champagne today: family tradition, terroir-driven winemaking, and a quiet pursuit of elegance and authenticity. After meeting Peggy and Rémi Nominé during Le Printemps des Champagnes, I sat down with them to explore the history, philosophy, and human spirit behind this remarkable grower-producer and founding member of Club Trésors de Champagne.

Few names in Champagne carry the weight of true cult status... Jérôme Prévost is another personality who has firmly etched his mark.