Champagne Extra Brut “Origin’Elle” (Non-vintage) - Françoise Bedel

Maison Françoise Bedel is a family winery in the Champagne region of France, dedicated to producing organic and biodynamic champagne for almost 40 years. The ‘Extra Brut “Origin’Elle” is a tribute to the family matriarch, Françoise Bedel, who began the shift towards biodynamic viticulture in the ’90s, a rather innovative approach for the time.

The appellation: Champagne AOC

The Champagne AOC is one of the most prestigious and widely recognised appellations in the world, a symbol of excellence in the production of Metodo Classico sparkling wines. Officially established in 1936, this appellation protects the production of sparkling wines made exclusively in the historic Champagne region, in north-eastern France. The term "Champagne" is not just a geographical name, but a globally recognised mark of quality. Strict production rules ensure that every bottle of Champagne AOC meets the very highest standards of quality, tradition and authenticity.

What to eat with Champagne Extra Brut “Origin’Elle”

Who makes it: Françoise Bedel

Françoise Bedel is one of the most influential producers in the world of biodynamic Champagne. Her adventure began in the 70s in the Vallée de la Marne, one of the areas best suited to growing Pinot Meunier. Convinced that the land should express itself authentically, she converted her estate to biodynamics in the 90s, adopting an approach that respects the environment and the natural cycle of the vine. The estate works according to the principles of Rudolf Steiner, with natural treatments and minimal use of sulphites in the cellar. The result is a range of complex, long-lived Champagnes of great personality, able to tell the story of the terroir without compromise.

The vine of Champagne Extra Brut “Origin’Elle”

Chardonnay

Chardonnay is one of the most widely planted and prestigious white grape varieties in the world, originally from Burgundy, in France. Thanks to its great adaptability to different climates and soils, Chardonnay is grown in many wine regions, expressing unique characteristics according to the terroir and the winemaking style.

Pinot Noir

Pinot Noir is one of the most fascinating and noble black grape varieties in the world. Famous for its elegance and complexity, this variety is at the heart of some of the most prestigious wines on the globe, particularly the wines of Burgundy and Champagne AOC. Its versatility and its ability to reflect the terroir make it one of the varieties most loved by winemakers and wine lovers alike.

Pinot Meunier

Pinot Meunier is one of the three main varieties used in the production of Champagne, together with Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Although historically considered less prestigious than the other two, Pinot Meunier is today gaining more and more recognition for its versatility and for the fundamental contribution it makes to the creation of elegant, fruity cuvées.

Champagne Extra Brut “Origin’Elle”: the Côte des Blancs area

Climate: Continental

Altitude: N.S.

Soil: Limestone / chalk

Geographical setting: Valley

Profile of Champagne Extra Brut “Origin’Elle”

Primary aromas: Ripe red fruit, Mineral

Secondary aromas: dried fruit, mineral notes

Tertiary aromas: Leather, Nuts, Wet earth

Tasting notes: The Champagne Extra Brut "Origin'Elle" from Françoise Bedel offers a rich, complex aromatic bouquet, with notes of peach, green apple and a subtle nuance of hazelnut and toasted bread. On the palate it is lively and persistent, with a balanced, elegant structure, enriched by a citrus and mineral finish.