{"title":"Joel Michel","description":"\u003cp\u003eChampagne Joël Michel is a récoltant-manipulant from Brasles, near Château-Thierry, in the western part of the Vallée de la Marne. The family has grown vines in Champagne since the mid-nineteenth century; Joël Michel began planting its own vineyards in Brasles in 1970. Today the company is run by Claire Michel, with around twelve hectares on the right bank of the Marne.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe vineyard has been farmed organically since 2017, and the cellar follows a minimal-intervention approach: no selected yeasts, enzymes, chaptalization, fining, or filtration. The Classique Brut blends Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier in nearly equal proportions, with some of the wine fermented in barriques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe STELT selection includes the Classique Brut in bottle and magnum, and the non-vintage Classique Demi-Sec. Provenance verified.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"joel-michel-classique-brut-nv-075","title":"Joel Michel Classique Brut NV AOC 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eJoel Michel Classique Brut NV AOC 0,75l originates in Champagne and presents itself as a restrained expression of terroir and craftsmanship, a non-vintage Brut designed for those seeking a sparkling wine to accompany both refined aperitifs and convivial moments without ostentation. The Joel Michel house, a small independent producer, is rooted in a family tradition passed down discreetly while embracing a contemporary interpretation of the craft: carefully tended vines, hand harvesting during the cool hours, rigorous grape selection, and a cellar that prioritizes clean handling, minimal oxidation, and a bottle refermentation respectful of the fruit. The estate’s identity is measured by its commitment to preserving the purity of the fruit and by the constant dialogue between technique and terroir, with a philosophy that values the wine’s integrity long before its release; this results in limited production, a quality-over-quantity approach, and a discreet presence on tables seeking authority without artifice. Distinctive expressive elements emerge from its appearance: an intense straw-yellow color, fine foam unfolding into a delicate perlage, and a brightness that promises precision on the palate. The nose reveals notes of lemon and green apple, complemented by hints of bread crust and soft vanilla, while the palate is dry yet enveloping, with freshness supporting the mineral character typical of the area’s limestone soils; the finish remains clean and leaves a crisp gustatory memory, able to accompany seafood appetizers, oysters, sushi, and fresh cheeses without overpowering their flavors. Joel Michel Classique Brut NV fits into the house range as a reliable entry point, capable of opening a tasting or accompanying a restrained celebration; its elegance reflects the STELT positioning, offering a characterful yet never intrusive presence that supports the dialogue between taste and context. In conclusion, this bottle embodies a promise of style that looks ahead while remaining faithful to a tradition that tells of terroir, craftsmanship, and attention to detail.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Joel Michel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778952343877,"sku":"JOEMIC-CLABRU-CHA-NV-075B","price":36.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Joel-Michel-Classique-Brut-NV-AOC-075l.jpg?v=1788874142"},{"product_id":"joel-michel-classique-demi-sec-nv-075","title":"Joel Michel Classique Demi-Sec NV AOC 0,75l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eJoel Michel Classique Demi-Sec NV AOC 0,75l is a sparkling wine born from the meeting of the terroir of a French wine-growing area and a family winery that has made controlled simplicity its signature, offering an interpretation of balanced sweetness capable of accompanying convivial moments without sacrificing elegance and sensory depth; the AOC provides context and rigor, offering a foundation of freshness and character that supports the typical sweetness of Demi-Sec without obscuring its clarity, while the NV label reflects a philosophy of consistency and long-term care rather than quick solutions, offering drinkability suited to repeated tasting sessions. The producer’s history is a story of passion passed down from generation to generation, founded on respect for the vineyard, attentive practices, and a vision of quality that can be sustained over time: an artisanal tradition that values every stage, from soil management to the selection of base wines, from balancing ripeness and acidity to choosing a bottle-fermentation process that preserves freshness and savoriness. The production philosophy prioritizes precision and discretion, the use of reliable yeasts, carefully calibrated dosage that maintains smooth but unobtrusive sweetness, and meticulous control of temperature and pressure during the prise de mousse, elements that allow the wine to express fruit, light minerality, and a gently toasted note reminiscent of warm bread without interfering with its aromatic clarity. Compared with other similar producers, Joel Michel Classique Demi-Sec NV AOC 0,75l stands out for the refinement of its perlage, which caresses the palate, a structure that is both light and substantial, and an aromatic profile blending lemon zest, green apple, white flowers, and a light trace of brioche, offering inviting persistence that remains crisp on the finish. In the winery’s catalog, this wine serves as a bridge between tradition and modernity, ideal as an elegant opening for seafood appetizers, fresh cheeses, and light dishes, yet also capable of supporting everyday moments of pleasure without losing its authority; the 0,75l bottle is designed for those seeking a sparkling wine that is unobtrusive yet present, capable of accompanying time effortlessly, and in this light Joel Michel Classique Demi-Sec NV AOC fits the STELT positioning with authenticity, rigor, and a controlled joy in the glass.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Joel Michel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56778952376645,"sku":"JOEMIC-CLADEM-CHA-NV-075","price":35.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Joel-Michel-Classique-Brut-NV-AOC-075l.jpg?v=1788874142"},{"product_id":"joel-michel-classique-brut-nv-15","title":"Joel Michel Classique Brut NV AOC 1,5l","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eJoel Michel Classique Brut NV AOC is a 1.5-liter magnum bottle designed to accompany meaningful moments of sharing without sacrificing restraint and lightness, an elegant highlight suited both to aperitifs and family celebrations, offering a backdrop of freshness and finesse for those seeking a robust yet unpretentious sparkling wine, capable of transforming a simple toast into a sequence of memorable moments around a carefully prepared table. The history of the Joel Michel house is intertwined with a family tradition that has preserved a simple yet rigorous philosophy over time: working patiently, respecting the vineyards, listening to the terroir, and translating that dialogue into wines that can tell an authentic story of the land from the very first sip, balanced between roots and modernity. The identity of the estate is nourished by the daily commitment to small gestures: carefully scheduled harvesting, attentive yield management to preserve the clarity of the aromas, controlled fermentation that encourages a delicate mousse, and maturation that does not dominate but instead complements the wine’s character. Classique Brut stands out for its consistency: the choice of grapes, the precision of the dosage, and the traditional method of secondary fermentation in the bottle give the wine an agile structure and a presence at the table that distinguishes it among its peers without ostentation, offering a clean palate, persistence, and a mineral note that sets the rhythm of the finish. This wine occupies a key position in the Joel Michel range: it is not simply the entry point, but the gateway to a careful and measured production philosophy, capable of engaging with the house’s other labels, from more complex cuvées to reserves, substantiating the offering with an immediately recognizable character and a versatility that makes it suitable for numerous pairings, from seafood appetizers to shellfish-based dishes, as well as fresh cheeses and refined finger food. Tasting Joel Michel Classique Brut NV AOC reveals a fine perlage, lively freshness, notes of citrus and yeast, good sapidity supporting the aftertaste, and a clean palate that invites the next sip, offering the consumer a continuous experience of balance and understated elegance, in line with the STELT positioning.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Joel Michel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57088601686341,"sku":"JOEMIC-CLABRU-CHA-NV-15","price":75.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/files\/Joel-Michel-Classique-Brut-NV-AOC-15l.jpg?v=1788874908"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1000\/7376\/7237\/collections\/Joel-Michel-Classique-Brut-NV-AOC-075l.jpg?v=1790265279","url":"https:\/\/steltwines.com\/en\/collections\/joel-michel.oembed","provider":"STELT - Vini Pregiati \u0026 Champagne","version":"1.0","type":"link"}