Champagne Barnaut

Champagne house in Bouzy, Montagne de Reims.

Village: Bouzy (Grand Cru)
Region: Montagne de Reims
Founded: 1874
Cuvées in the guide: 9

Champagne‌ Barnaut is an independent champagne house in Bouzy, a Grand Cru village in the Montagne de Reims, founded in 1874 by Edmond Barnaut. The house is currently run by Philippe, Guillaume and Laurette Secondé, who represent the fifth and sixth generations respectively. The philosophy combines centuries-old tradition with modern precision, with the aim of preserving the pure expression of the terroir.

The vineyards cover approximately 16.5 hectares, located exclusively within the boundaries of the Grand Cru Bouzy. The soil is argilo-calcaire and the vines have an average age of 25 years, with a predominance of Pinot Noir (approximately 60%) and Chardonnay (30%). The vines are managed according to HVE3 certification (Haute Valeur Environnementale) and lutte raisonnée (integrated pest management), with grazing applied to promote soil health and allow the vines to grow older.

Barnaut's approach focuses on minimising intervention: vines are not removed but replaced in order to strengthen the root systems, and a natural and simple expression of the terroir is chosen without artificial additives. Philippe Secondé, an oenologist by training, emphasises respect for nature and avoids trends in order to guarantee the authenticity of the wines.

The portfolio comprises 9 champagne cuvées and two still wines:

Grand Cru Champagnes: Including Barnaut Authentique Rosé (92/100), Grande Réserve (91-92/100), Blanc de Noirs (91/100), Blanc de Blancs Éclat de Chardonnay (91/100), Cuvée Edmond (92/100) and Millésime (93/100).
Still wines: The prestigious Bouzy Rouge (red wine) and the rare Clos Barnaut Rosé, both under the Coteaux-Champenois appellation.
Prices for the champagnes generally range between €25 and €45.

Visitors are welcomed in the boutique on Rue Gambetta (or Place André Collard) for personalised tours and tastings in a late 19th-century atmosphere. Visits are available in French and English and offer insight into the winemaking process, the galipes (fermentation tunnels) and the tasting of several cuvées.

Cuvées by Barnaut

Barnaut Authentique Rosé

Rosé · Brut · Pinot Noir

Non-vintage Grand Cru Bouzy brut rosé.

Barnaut Blanc de Blancs

Blanc de Blancs · Brut · 100% Chardonnay

Non-vintage Grand Cru brut blanc de blancs.

Barnaut Blanc de Noirs

Blanc de Noirs · Brut · 100% Pinot Noir

Non-vintage Grand Cru Bouzy brut blanc de noirs.

Barnaut Clos de Bouzy

Blanc de Noirs · Extra Brut · 100% Pinot Noir

Non-vintage extra brut Grand Cru from the Clos de Bouzy.

Barnaut Cuvée Douceur

Blend · Sec

Non-vintage Grand Cru sec.

Barnaut Grande Réserve

Blend · Brut · Pinot Noir and Chardonnay

Non-vintage Grand Cru brut blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.

Barnaut Le Chemin des Goësses

Blend · Extra Brut · Pinot Noir blend

Non-vintage extra brut Premier Cru.

Barnaut Millésime 2015

Blend · Brut · 2015 · 50% Pinot Noir, 50% Chardonnay

Vintage 2015 Grand Cru Bouzy brut.

Barnaut Sélection Grand Cru

Blend · Brut Nature · Pinot Noir and Chardonnay

Non-vintage Grand Cru brut nature blend.

Importers

Barnaut is imported by: Hans Moolenaar Wijnkoperij.

Where it is sold

Shops and wholesalers carrying Barnaut: Hans Moolenaar Wijnkoperij.

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