Jean de Villaré, Millésime Brut, Vallée de la Marne, Champagne, France, 2015

Producer Profile

Champagne Jean de Villaré is a Champagne brand produced by the family‑owned Baron‑Fuente estate in the Vallée de la Marne, one of the key subregions of Champagne.

The house has grown from a smallholding established in 1967 to a significant estate with extensive vineyard holdings, all under family control. The style is rooted in the region’s identity, with Pinot Meunier playing a leading role, resulting in approachable yet refined Champagnes that balance fruit, freshness and elegance.

Vineyards are located in the Marne Valley, where clay, marl and sandy soils are particularly well suited to Pinot Meunier. The estate controls its own grape supply, allowing full oversight of vineyard management and fruit quality. A combination of maritime and continental influences ensures balanced ripening, while a focus on sustainable practices and careful site selection helps produce healthy, expressive grapes with consistent character.

Winemaking

9 years of bottle ageing.

Tasting Note

Fine and delicate bubbles that emphasise the deep golden coloured robe. Elegant and spicy with hints of walnuts and fresh ripe apricot. Rich in the mouth and revealing a sweetness that is balanced well by the acidity. On the finish is zesty green citrus fruits and some orange flavours.

Food matching

As an aperitif, and with seafood, fish, stuffed roasted capon, turkey and cheeses.