Champagne DE SAINT-GALL is a producer that combines artisanal savoir-faire with cooperative strength. Founded in 1966, it is now part of UNION CHAMPAGNE, a group of 15 cooperatives across 13 villages, covering 1,258 hectares — 90% of which are classified as Grand Cru or Premier Cru — spanning the Côte des Blancs, Montagne de Reims, and Vallée de la Marne.
The modern winery in Avize, inaugurated in 2013, is the beating heart of production. Here, under the expert guidance of Cédric Jacopin, cuvées of great technical precision are crafted, the result of meticulous parcel-by-parcel work and a Réserve Perpétuelle that began in the 1980s.
Tasting
Le Blanc de Blancs
- Premier Cru
- Assemblage: 100% Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs
- Grand Cru: Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Oger
- Premier Cru: 56% Vertus and Bergères-lès-Vertus
- Base: 2021
- Vins de réserve: 40%, the oldest from 2002
- Malolactic fermentation: mostly completed
- Tirage: 2022
- Disgorgement: 06/2024
- Dosage: 8 g/l
On the nose, the aromas unfold in a harmonious and sophisticated bouquet with fruity, citrusy notes and a delicate floral touch. On the palate, it offers a full and enveloping sensation, with sweet spices, marshmallow, and a surprising mineral freshness. The mousse is creamy. A soft and velvety texture enhances every sip.
Le Blanc de Blancs Extra-Brut
- Grand Cru
- Assemblage: 100% Chardonnay from Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger, Avize, Cramant
- Base: 2018
- Vins de réserve: 40%
- Tirage: 2019
- Disgorgement: 2024
- Dosage: 4–5 g/l
On the nose, smoky notes, hints of yeast and citrus. On the palate, it is clean, with vibrant minerality. Full and bold, the mousse is enveloping. A naked and authentic expression of an Extra Brut Chardonnay.
Le Blanc de Blancs Millésimé
- Grand Cru 2017
- Assemblage: 100% Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs
- Malolactic fermentation: 20–25% not completed
- Tirage: 2018
- Disgorgement: 08/2024
- Dosage: 6 g/l
On the nose, it reveals an elegant and fresh aromatic profile, with notes of lemon, citrus, white flowers and toasted hints. On the palate, it is vibrant, smooth, and linear, with full body and strong character. Fine perlage. Well-defined acidity, powerful and mineral, with a long and harmonious finish.
So Dark
- Grand Cru 2016
- Assemblage: 80% Pinot Noir from the Grand Crus of the Montagne de Reims — Ambonnay and Bouzy
- 20% Chardonnay from the Grand Crus of the Côte des Blancs — Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger, Avize, and Cramant
- Tirage: 2017
- Élevage: 72 months on the lees
- Disgorgement: 2023
- Dosage: 6.5 g/l
On the nose, aromas of pear, apple, and citrus notes of orange and lemon zest emerge. Exotic fruit, toasted almond, and refined tertiary notes are also perceived. On the palate, the sip is fresh, fruity, creamy, and mineral, with good structure. Elegant perlage. Long and persistent finish.
ORPALE
- Blanc de Blancs – Grand Cru 2012
- 100% Chardonnay, 70% from Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and 30% from Oger, Avize, and Cramant
- Malolactic fermentation: 30% not completed
- Tirage: 2013
- Disgorgement: 02/2024
- Dosage: 5 g/l
A radiant Chardonnay. On the nose, citrus and candied lemon aromas stand out, enriched by an intriguing smoky note. On the palate, it reveals a full and concentrated structure, with hints of dried fruit and almond, evolving quickly into buttery and toasted nuances. Its complexity is expressed through lively acidity that blends harmoniously with seductive creaminess, leading to a long, mineral, and pleasantly persistent finish. Fine perlage anticipating tasting excellence.
ORPALE
- Blanc de Blancs – Grand Cru 2008
- 100% Chardonnay
- Malolactic fermentation: 20% not completed
- Disgorgement: 2023/2024
- Dosage: 6 g/l
Golden in color. On the nose, complex and sophisticated aromas of citrus and candied lemon are accompanied by hints of dried fruit and delicate toasted notes. On the palate, it offers lively freshness and remarkable length, creating a lasting tasting experience. Its essence lies in Chardonnay, which gives the wine a mineral, vertical character and vibrant tension. Enveloping perlage. Balanced, it expresses the elegance and refinement of an exceptional Champagne.
“Each cuvée is a work of art, every sip a journey to the heart of the earth, and every day an opportunity to create something extraordinary — with a toast to life and success.”
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