Grapes: 100% Pinot Noir

From the Montagne de Reims, Bérêche et Fils has quietly become one of Champagne’s most compelling estates. Led by brothers Raphaël and Vincent, the domaine combines meticulous vineyard work with a deeply thoughtful approach in the cellar, producing wines that are precise, expressive, and unmistakably site-driven. Working across a mosaic of small parcels and farming with a hands-on, low-intervention mindset, their Champagnes balance texture, energy, and complexity—placing them firmly among the region’s most respected grower-producers. We went to visit them in January 2026 which just made us love them and their wines even more.

From a single parcel acquired in 2011 on the edge of the village, bordering the Grand Cru vineyards of Verzenay, Mailly is a site defined by both pedigree and precision. Planted with older vines, the parcel consistently delivers small, concentrated berries with a clear and distinctive identity.

The fruit is handled with care to preserve its natural delicacy, with the character of the site—rather than the cellar—guiding the final expression. The combination of vine age and location brings both depth and finesse, shaped by a soil profile that leans toward clay with a subtle red tint.

Structured and quietly powerful, it shows fine red fruit layered with subtle earth and spice. The palate is more expansive than overtly bright, with a depth and persistence that make it particularly suited to the table rather than as a simple aperitif. A natural pairing for roast poultry, game, or more savory dishes.