Côte des Blancs

The white chalk slopes south of Épernay form the foundation for the most precise expression of Champagne, in which Chardonnay achieves an almost saline verticality. On these sparse soils, producers such as De Sousa or Waris-Larmandier craft wines of purist elegance that reflect the terroir unfiltered. Even in the outlying vineyard sites, where Jeaunaux-Robin lends structure to Pinot Meunier, the limestone-driven freshness remains the guiding thread of this culture.