Marie Copinet
Marie-Laure Kowal Copinet: "With our feet firmly rooted in the wonderful white soils of Le Sézannais and blessed with the deep experience of our family, we are proud to nurture and cultivate the richness of our terroir, caring for it with a consistently environmentally conscious approach. We remain true to the spirit of the Vignerons Indépendants and, with Champagne Marie Copinet, have created an elegant, modern collection whose authenticity is rooted in a long tradition of winemaking."
Marie Copinet's 10 hectares of vineyards extend across three different regions of Champagne: the Côte de Sézanne, Côte des Bar and Vallée de la Marne. This diversity of regions is reflected in a wide range of cuvées that express the essential character of each terroir.
A variety of techniques are used in the ageing of the wines to give them even greater expression and typicity. In addition to 300l oak barrels, acacia barrels, stainless steel tanks and egg-shaped vessels, handcrafted clay amphorae are now also used, made from clay found in the soils of the region (the mine is located not far from Copinet's Chardonnay parcel). The toasting levels of the predominantly new barrels range from light to medium, and steam is also used in the process.
Even when it comes to yeast, nothing is left to chance: the yeasts are cultivated from the individual parcels where the grapes are grown and then used for the fermentation of the corresponding wines.
Marie-Laure and Alexandre place great importance on sustainability not only in wine production, but also integrate environmentally friendly practices into their everyday lives. For example, they have installed beehives in the vineyards to promote biodiversity and insect hotels to attract beneficial insects. Even the protection of ladybirds has been implemented in some parcels, as they contribute to natural pest control. Since 2021, all vineyards have been cultivated according to certified organic standards.
The Champagnes of Marie Copinet are distinguished by their authenticity and distinctive character. They offer remarkable expression, refinement, elegance, finesse, plenty of tension and drinking pleasure, while captivating with their effortless complexity.
Facts: R.M., 10 ha, Cellar: Villenauxe-la-Grande, Vineyards: Côte de Sézanne, Côte des Bar and Vallée de la Marne
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Marie Copinet (Still Wine) Coteaux Champenois Rouge - Bio
Still wine - Coteaux Champenois100% MeunierFrom the single vineyard Les RagotteriesMatured in 300 litre barrels14 days whole cluster fermentation
Content: 0.75 Liter (€48.00 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet (Still Wine) Les Coteaux Champenois Blanc
Still wine - Coteaux Champenois100% ChardonnayMatured in wooden barrels for 12-24 months
Content: 0.75 Liter (€52.00 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet - Nos Pas Dans... L'argile
100% MeunierDosage 0g/lFrom CucheryMaturation in steel eggBottle ageing: At least 2 yearsThe ‘PUR TERROIR’ range highlights the different terroirs of the estate, here consisting of green clayNicola OKT23: Super nice fragrant nose, fruity-delicate, super-fine Meunier, extremely elegant for Meunier, finesse, long finishDavid OKT23: very expressive first impression, pronounced, dense fruit, great tension, elegance and very persistent on the palate
Content: 0.75 Liter (€69.33 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet Nos Pas Dans... La Pierre - Bio
100% Pinot NoirFrom BrouilletDosage 0g/lMatured in stainless steelBottle ageing: At least 2 yearsThe ‘PUR TERROIR’ range highlights the different terroirs of the estate, here Pinot Noir from the Kimmeridgian soil of the Bar Séquannais areaNicola OKT23: Very nice Pinot Noir style, not so strong on the fruit, has body, spiciness, earthiness, great vibrating acidity makes it powerful, very elegant.David OKT23: Oeil de Perdrix, ‘light berry’, spicy, herbaceous Pinot Noir shines with tension, finesse and minerality
Content: 0.75 Liter (€69.33 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet Nos Pas Dans... La Terre - Bio
50% Pinot Noir, 50% MeunierDosage 0g/lMatured in stainless steel and wooden barrelsBottle ageing: At least 2 yearsThe ‘PUR TERROIR’ range emphasises the different terroirs of the winery, here a joint planting of Meunier & Pinot Noir in the deep soil of the Vallée de l'ArdreNicola OKT23: Interesting character, spicy, dark, nutty aftertaste, precision, freshness, tension, very complex, new flavours keep opening up, fine fruitiness, very little noticeable wood.David OKT23: very fine use of wood, spiciness, density, complexity and yet very easy-going, dancing
Content: 0.75 Liter (€69.33 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet Nos Pas Dans... La Craie
100% ChardonnayDosage 0g/lFrom Montgenost and the southern SézannaisMatured in stainless steelBottle ageing: at least 2 yearsThe ‘PUR TERROIR’ range emphasises the different terroirs of the estate, here chalky soilsNicola OKT23: Grip, pressure, body, power, finesse, straight but not austere, really great stony-nutty finish, very mineral, super precise, beautiful perlageDavid OKT23: Super clear fruit, very present; great expression through minerality and structure paired with freshness and vibrancy
Content: 0.75 Liter (€69.33 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet Rosé de Saignée Extra Brut
100% Meunier Dosage: 2g/lSingle plot Les Ragotteries in Cuchery (Vallée de la Marne) 15 hours maceration Tilman AUG24: Fresh and juicy fruit with flavours of currants, blackberries and raspberries. The spiciness of the Meunier is noticeable at the back, pleasant and slightly tart, very fine and elegant tannins, beautiful acidity gives structure and length!
Content: 0.75 Liter (€70.67 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet Caractere Rosé Brut
100% Pinot Noir Dosage: 6 g/L From the single vineyard "Barséquanais" in Verpillières-sur-Ource. Fermented with indigenous yeasts, following a minimal-intervention approach. Aged on the fine lees, with malolactic fermentation, blended from multiple vintages, and partially matured in oak barrels. Vine age: 25–30 years.
Content: 0.75 Liter (€70.67 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet Epreuve d'Artiste
100% ChardonnayDosage 0g/lFrom the single vineyard La Grande MontagneMatured in stainless steel and wooden barrelsBottle ageing: At least 15 monthsThe name ‘Epreuve d'Artiste’ (artist's proof) refers to the original copy of a work EA signed by the artist before it is printed in volume.Janne JUL25: Great length, super balanced, fresh but intense. Yellow fruit, honey, light brioche and almond. Round, voluminous, vibrant acidity. Wow!
Content: 0.75 Liter (€79.87 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet Rupture Sans Sulfites
100% MeunierDosage 0g/lMaturation in stainless steelBottle ageing: At least 12 monthsSpontaneous fermentation, unfiltered, without added sulphur
Content: 0.75 Liter (€92.00 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet Argilla Villonissa Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature
100% ChardonnayDosage 0g/lFrom Villenauxe-la-GrandeMaturation in Clayegg for 10 monthsBottle ageing: at least 12 monthsVillenauxe is known for its white clay terroir and therefore also for its pottery. For this reason, the winegrowers opted for ageing in clay.Marie-Laure: ‘Unique, rare and individual, these cuvées embody the character and spirit of their origin’Nicola OKT23: Stony character, special texture, mega strong, special, straightforward, yet aromatic, does something with you, benefits from early opening.David OKT23: Both the presentation (decanted in clay - based on the clay eggs for ageing and the terroir) and the champagne are very strong in character! lots of expression, great mouthfeel, mega tension, great minerality and super ‘salty’ finish that leaves a lasting impression
Content: 0.75 Liter (€94.67 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet La Croix Du Balai
100% MeunierDosage 3g/lFrom CucheryAged in wooden barrels for 1 yearBottle ageing: At least 12 monthsAgeing under corkNicola OKT23: Very nice spicy, strong character, more aromatic, more baroque than the Meunier of the Terroir line (L'argile), but still more elegant and polished than the Meuniers of many other producers.David OKT23: more density, more fullness, ‘louder’ style than L'Argile, smoky touch, not fat or intrusive! super balanced and poised. Quieter than Meunier sometimes presents itself.
Content: 0.75 Liter (€105.33 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet Au Detour Du Sezannais
100% ChardonnayDosage 3g/lFrom Villenauxe-la-GrandeAged in wooden barrelsBottle ageing: 4 yearsMaturation under corkNicola OKT23: Soft, creamy, aromatic character, honey note, wonderfully integrated but present wood flavour, beautiful acidity keeps everything alive, super precise, profound evening companion.
Content: 0.75 Liter (€105.33 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet La Ruelle Des Loups
100% MeunierDosage 2g/lFrom Montigny-sous-ChâtillonAged in wooden barrels for 1 yearBottle ageing: At least 15 monthsMaturation under corkNicola OKT23: Wood a little more present than in the other cuvées, but extremely well integrated, beautiful honey note, matured to the point, elegant body and structure, creamy, wonderful aromas, super!David OKT23: slightly more, well done, use of wood, more expressionistic cuvée, creamy, more ‘Meunier-like’ in the most positive sense! Still plenty of freshness and grip. Pure drinking pleasure!
Content: 0.75 Liter (€105.33 / 1 Liter)
Marie Copinet Croix Maître Anne 2019
100% Pinot NoirDosage 0g/lSingle plot in Verpillières-sur-OurceAged in acacia barrels for 1 yearBottle ageing: At least 36 monthsAgeing under corkTilman OCT25: Nice and generous on the palate, somewhat oxidative in style, yet still straightforward. The ageing in acacia wood gives it an exciting, slightly funky aroma, but wonderfully integrated. Very fine perlage!
Content: 0.75 Liter (€105.33 / 1 Liter)