Champagne Damien-Buffet
Champagne house in Sacy, Montagne de Reims.
- Village
- Sacy (Premier Cru)
- Region
- Montagne de Reims
- Type of house
- RM · Récoltant Manipulant
- Cuvées in the guide
- 9
Champagne Damien-Buffet is a family business in Sacy (Marne, Grand Est), recognised as the oldest winegrowing family in the village, active since the 15th century. The estate lies in the heart of the Parc Naturel Régional de la Montagne de Reims, only 8 km from Reims and 20 km from Épernay, on the tourist Champagne route.
History and Approach
- Family tradition: Continuity is safeguarded by generations of winegrowers, with knowledge and skills passed from parent to child, supplemented by modern techniques.
- Location and Terroir: The vineyards lie in Sacy, a commune classified Premier Cru. The soil is a mosaic of sandy, loamy and clay-limestone ground, which gives the champagnes freshness, balance and generosity.
- Approach: The house emphasises respect for the soil and making honest cuvées, with a specific focus on Meunier, the identity-bearer of the region, combined with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
Vineyards and Champagnes
- Grape varieties: The business manages vineyards with the three permitted varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.
- Range: The champagnes are known for their elegance and refinement. Well-known cuvées include the Brut Expression (made from 45% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay), the Prestige Brut (60% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir, 20% Pinot Meunier) and a 100% Meunier that is fruity, supple and gourmand.
- Experience: Visitors can visit the cellar and vineyards, take part in tastings and buy products directly from the producer. The house also holds the "Vignobles et Découvertes" label and offers accommodation through their Chambres d'hôtes.
Contact and Visits
- Address: 12 rue de Châtillon, 51500 Sacy, France.
- Website: champagne-destination-damien-buffet.com
- Opening hours: Available on request by telephone; the cellar and shop are open for visits and tastings.
Cuvées by Damien-Buffet
Damien-Buffet Brut Chardonnay
Brut blanc de blancs.
Damien-Buffet Brut Cuvée Collection
Brut Cuvée Collection.
Damien-Buffet Brut Expression
Brut Expression cuvée.
Damien-Buffet Brut Meunier
Brut Meunier cuvée.
Damien-Buffet Brut Pinot Noir
Brut blanc de noirs.
Damien-Buffet Brut Prestige
Flagship blend with floral and summer-fruit aromas.
Damien-Buffet Brut Rosé
Brut rosé cuvée.
Damien-Buffet Cuvée Demi-Sec Tradition
Demi-sec Tradition cuvée.
Damien-Buffet Cuvée L'élixir
Cuvée L'élixir.
Where it is sold
Shops and wholesalers carrying Damien-Buffet: Bubbels van Amar.
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