Coteaux-champenois
It is one of the three appellations of origin that exist in the Champagne region of France, alongside the famous and predominant A.O.C. Champagne and the almost unknown A.O.C. Rosé des Riceys. Its recognition dates back to 1974 and it was created to distinguish the still wines (that is, non-sparkling) produced in the Champagne region, as they come from the same vineyards and grape varieties as the A.O.C. Champagne, covering the same area of 35,000 hectares.
The production of Coteaux-champenois wines tends to be low because most of the grapes are used for champagne production, especially in the more limited vintages.
Historically, Coteaux-champenois wines are considered the predecessors of champagne. The wines from this French region were already highly valued and recognized in the Middle Ages, even in foreign courts such as the English one. It was not until the 18th century that the still wines of the region lost prominence in favor of sparkling wines.
The production of Coteaux-champenois wines tends to be low because most of the grapes are used for champagne production, especially in the more limited vintages.
Historically, Coteaux-champenois wines are considered the predecessors of champagne. The wines from this French region were already highly valued and recognized in the Middle Ages, even in foreign courts such as the English one. It was not until the 18th century that the still wines of the region lost prominence in favor of sparkling wines.
Climate
The climate is cold, balanced with Atlantic-continental softness, with constant relative humidity. The average annual temperature is 10 ºC, and rainfall is moderate, averaging between 550 and 700 mm per year.
Soil
Predominance of calcareous limestone soils.
Hectares
35
Annual production
55000
Location
Northwest
