Tastings, winery:
30 Rue Maurice Cerveaux, Épernay, Grand Est, FranceBuy online directly from the producer:
mondovino.com/alfred-gratien-17.htmlExperimental phase: initial rating derived from official awards and critic reviews
Berlin Wine Trophy - Grand Gold
2019
Alfred Gratien Brut is a premium Champagne that reflects the house's dedication to tradition and quality. This non-vintage cuvée combines the freshness of fruit aromas with the complexity gained from aging in oak barrels.The Champagne presents a bright, golden color with fine, exceptionally long-lasting bubbles.
Alfred Gratien Champagne House was founded in 1864 in Épernay, the heart of the Champagne region. Since then, this family-owned winery has upheld a tradition of crafting premium champagnes, blending artisanal methods with strictly controlled processes to ensure consistent quality. The house's champagne range encompasses various styles, from the classic Brut and Brut Rosé, to prestigious cuvées like Cuvée Paradis and Cuvée Paradis Rosé, as well as Blanc de Blancs Grands Crus and vintage selections.
Their champagnes are renowned for their elegance, finesse, and aging potential, making them a favored choice in many Michelin-starred restaurants and among connoisseurs worldwide. A distinctive feature of Alfred Gratien's production is the exclusive use of oak barrels for vinification, a practice maintained since the house's inception.