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tour through the Champagne region of France reveals that Champagne
is not only home to the famous houses known throughout the world,
but to hundreds of small to medium-sized producers of quality
Champagne that truly reflects the character of their particular
locale and the style of the producer. Many of these producers
are known as récoltants-manipulants, which means that
they harvest their own grapes and produce their own Champagne.
These are truly the Champagnes of the future as their relatively
small production insures more reasonable prices and continuing
product quality.
Champagne Marguet Père et Fils is a classic example of this type of producer. The property has been in the family for generations and producing quality Champagne since 1905. Benoit Marguet has recently taken the reins of the property, together with his father, and is producing high quality champagnes.
The Brut Réserve is a blend of Pinot Noir (55%) and Chardonnay
(45%) which is aged for 3 years on its lees to amplify the fruit
and structure and add a creamy texture to the wine. This champagne
can be enjoyed by itself but also shows well at the table as
an accompaniement to fish, poultry and light but savory sauces.
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Benoit Marguet
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