{"title":"Chartogne-Taillet","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe maison is based in Merfy, on the southern slope of the Massif de Saint-Thierry, where the family's presence in the vineyards has been documented since the 15th century. Since 2006, it has been run by Alexandre Chartogne, who trained with Anselme Selosse in Avize, across around eleven hectares divided into many parcels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe work starts with the soil: no herbicides, horse-ploughing in part of the vineyards, ungrafted plantings, soil analysis. In the cellar, indigenous yeasts and ageing in wood, concrete and amphora, with a range built around parcel-based cuvées.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe STELT selection includes three vintage wines: Heurtebise, a blanc de blancs from a single parcel in Merfy on sandstone soils; Les Couarres; and Hors Série, the cuvée that leaves the village to draw on grand cru Chardonnay from Avize. Provenance verified.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chartogne-taillet-heurtebise-2017-075","title":"Chartogne-Taillet Heurtebise 2017 AOC 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChartogne-Taillet Heurtebise 2017 AOC Champagne is a cuvée that interprets the natural character of the Champagne terroir with restrained intensity: a 0.75-liter bottle capable of balancing minerality, fruit, and the discipline of a house that works with natural timing and measured patience. The 2017 vintage, matured under a climate that guided the balance between reassuring acidity and aromatic ripeness, finds an essential voice here—dry yet elegant, capable of accompanying moments of conversation, refined appetizers, and delicate dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe history of producer Chartogne-Taillet is a family story, rooted in a region that has shaped generations of winegrowers capable of listening to the soil. The winery’s identity stems from its attention to the land, the use of vineyards of varying ages and origins, and a precise choice: to rely on farming practices that respect the soil and a cellar that prioritizes the transparency of the fruit. This continuity between tradition and curiosity enables the brand to offer wines that speak of the terroir without ostentation or apparent compromise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe production philosophy is based on a balance between minimal intervention and rigorous control. Hand harvesting, gentle pressing, controlled fermentation when necessary, and discreet dosage are key elements of an approach aimed at preserving the purity of the fruit and revealing the complexity of each vintage. The result is an aromatic palette defined more by the character of the soil than by the use of aggressive techniques, where lightness is accompanied by well-calibrated structural tension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong the distinctive features of Heurtebise 2017 is the search for vineyards with a limestone-clay matrix and a management approach that enhances the typical minerality of Champagne. The balance between fruit and savoriness, the finesse of the perlage, and the absence of excessive weight make this expression particularly versatile: it pairs well with seafood, delicate carpaccios, and white-fish dishes, while also offering a depth that invites slow and contemplative tasting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, it reveals citrus notes balanced by a trace of flint, accompanied by hints of white flowers and a touch of elegant yeast; on the palate, Heurtebise 2017 presents vibrant freshness, elegant savoriness, and a texture of subtle tannins that support the long finish, leaving a clean and persistent sensation. In the Chartogne-Taillet catalog, this bottle plays a key role: it is a gateway to the house’s identity, capable of serving as a bridge between the vintage and the personality of the terroir without giving in to excess.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic, restrained, and profound, this interpretation embodies the STELT style, offering a responsible reading of the land, measured refinement, and a longevity that invites you to return with every sip to discover new nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chartogne-Taillet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778931831109,"sku":"CHA-HEU-CHA-17-075","price":101.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Chartogne-Taillet-Heurtebise-2017-AOC-075l.jpg?v=1788874072"},{"product_id":"chartogne-taillet-hors-series-2018-075","title":"Chartogne-Taillet Hors Series 2018 AOC 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eChartogne-Taillet Hors Series 2018 AOC 0,75l is a Champagne offering, a designation born from the meeting of a clearly defined terroir, careful vineyard management, and an interpretation of the 2018 vintage that prioritizes balance, precision, and a finesse that persists over time, in the heart of the Champagne geographical area, particularly in the Montagne de Reims. The Hors Series label evokes a limited production, designed to offer something different from the house’s usual expressions: a bottle that invites you to pause and observe how grape maturity unfolds into a complexity that is not loud but deeply communicative. The history of producer Chartogne-Taillet is rooted in the choice to work with the nature of the soil and with a cellar that prioritizes consistency between vineyard and wine, a philosophy expressed through a dry, clear aromatic palette. It is said to follow an approach centered on the quality of the raw material, stylistic purity, and a discreet hand during fermentation and aging, with a preference for practices that preserve freshness while offering a structure that supports the sip. Compared with other similar producers, Hors Series stands out for its expressive transparency: it does not rely on laboratory tricks, but on a happy tension between minerality and fruit, with a dynamic character that evolves in the glass and reveals layers of lightness and gravity at once. In tasting, the wine displays a balanced drinking profile, with an exceptionally fine perlage accompanying a flavor structure that leaves a trail of savoriness on the palate and notes of candied citrus and white flowers, without excess. Within the Chartogne-Taillet range, Hors Series holds a prominent place as a sign of continuity and controlled experimentation, capable of winning over both enthusiasts and those approaching the brand for the first time, offering a window into the character of the House and the way it interprets a complex vintage with rare consistency. In conclusion, Chartogne-Taillet Hors Series 2018 AOC 0,75l becomes a choice that tells the story of territory, method, and patience, and for STELT it represents a promise of depth, precision, and restraint—a presence that becomes a memory over time.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chartogne-Taillet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778932781381,"sku":"CHA-HORSER-CHA-18-075","price":257.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Chartogne-Taillet-Hors-Series-2018-AOC-075l.jpg?v=1788874074"},{"product_id":"chartogne-taillet-les-couarres-blanc-de-blancs-2016-075","title":"Chartogne-Taillet Les Couarres Blanc de Blancs 2016 AOC 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eChartogne-Taillet Les Couarres Blanc de Blancs 2016 is a Champagne presented in a 0.75 L bottle as a statement of purity and time well spent, Chardonnay from a parcel called Les Couarres nestled among vineyards and limestone soil that imparts minerality and tension to the acidity. The Chartogne-Taillet house, an artisanal producer in Champagne, was founded through the commitment of a family rooted in the region’s winemaking tradition and its dedication to sustainable practices that look to the future without compromising quality. The estate’s identity is based on the idea that wine is a story of place, written with patient hands and crafted through careful observation of the vineyard: targeted harvests, controlled contact with the lees, and a cellar that prioritizes purity of fruit and the balance between power and refinement. The production philosophy favors attentive vineyard management, fermentation with indigenous yeasts, and lees aging that enhances the creamy texture without sacrificing freshness. Les Couarres Blanc de Blancs stands out for its vertical minerality: notes of ripe citrus, lemon zest, and a subtle saline trace intertwine with a discreet floral profile. On the palate, it reveals an elegantly rigorous character, with a savory palate, polished acidity, and a long, clean finish that invites pairing with refined seafood dishes or mature fresh cheeses. Within the Chartogne-Taillet range, this wine is a benchmark for those seeking a Blanc de Blancs capable of expressing the terroir without artifice—a distinctive choice for an aperitif or the beginning of a meal that can evolve as it matures. 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