From: Charly-sur-Marne, Vallée de la Marne, Champagne, France
Varietal: Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Taste: On the nose, inviting aromas of orange citrus, apple blossom, and toasted almonds open to show rich red fruits, pie crust, and a hint of vanilla bean and baking spice. The palate opens with a fresh and generous attack, carried by bold effervescence. On the palate, a citrus medley opens into toasty and savory flavors balanced by poached red fruits and baked apples. This pure and intense youthful champagne will open gracefully throughout the evening (don’t worry about putting it back on the ice for about 20 minutes when you open the bottle as this will unfold like a still wine), and is a beautiful bubbly to enjoy over a meal.
Pairing: The Champagne’s crisp acidity and lively bubbles cut through richness and enhance flavors for fried dishes. Fried chicken with a light, seasoned batter pairs beautifully, with the wine’s minerality highlighting the dish’s savory depth. Similarly, shrimp tempura matches the Champagne’s effervescence, balancing the shrimp's light, crispy texture and subtle sweetness.
Traditional French cuisine finds a natural match in this Champagne’s elegance and complexity. With its lemony brightness, the buttery, savory richness of sole meunière complements the wine’s fresh acidity and subtle fruit notes. Meanwhile, duck à l’orange, with its sweet, tangy glaze and succulent meat, is elevated by the Champagne’s structure and delicate effervescence.
For Asian-inspired dishes, the Champagne’s vibrancy and touch of spice shine. The warm, umami-rich flavors of miso-glazed black cod pair beautifully with the wine’s balance of freshness and minerality. Alternatively, Thai green curry with prawns, aromatic spices, and creamy coconut base find a vibrant, refreshing contrast in the Champagne’s effervescence and bright acidity.
Sole Meunière
By Melissa Clark
About. Champagne Drémont-Marroy is a family-owned estate in Charly-sur-Marne, within France's Vallée de la Marne region. Its history spans multiple generations, beginning with the family's initial ventures into viticulture. The first bottle of Champagne under the Drémont name was introduced to the market in 1955, marking the family's formal entry into Champagne production. At that time, the vineyard encompassed a modest one-hectare, planted by the family’s grandmother in 1945. For decades, the estate sold their fruit to négociants until the latest generation decided to redefine their approach to winemaking.
The significant expansion of the estate is attributed to Jean-Louis Drémont and Françoise Marroy, who, over two decades, increased the vineyard's size from 1 hectare to 7.5 hectares. Their dedication involved meticulous, hands-on cultivation, balancing agricultural responsibilities with viticultural pursuits. This period was characterized by a dual commitment to both farming and winemaking, reflecting the family's deep-rooted connection to the land.
The children of Jean-Louis & Françoise, the brother-and-sister team of Jean-Rémi and Mélanie Drémont, came onto the scene in 2016 and have quickly made waves along the Marne River's "grand méandre." Representing the fourth generation of their family farm, Jean-Rémi and Mélanie took the reins from their parents, who had carefully expanded the estate from its initial one hectare to 7.5 hectares over 25 years. In 2018, Jean-Rémi and Mélanie produced the family’s first wine, and their first Champagne was released in 2021. Their commitment to sustainability and quality was solidified when the estate achieved organic certification in 2022.
