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Champagne Luc Mérat
Champagne Luc Mérat, a grower in Merfy near Reims: pinot noir, meunier and chardonnay, direct from the estate...
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Champagne Luc Mérat - a family house at the heart of the Montagne de Reims
Champagne Luc Merat
A family Champagne house in Merfy (Massif de Saint-Thierry, Montagne de Reims), for more than 60 years. 8 ha, grapes Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay, reasoned viticulture. Brand founded in 1992.
For more than 60 years, the Merat family has grown vines with passion and rigour, on the emblematic terroirs of Champagne. Located in Merfy, north-west of Reims, the Luc Merat House embodies the spirit of independent winegrowers, combining tradition, innovation and a deep attachment to the land.
A family story rooted in the vine, where three generations hand down a precise know-how, from the vine to the bottle.
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A family history rooted in the vine
The adventure begins in the 1930s, with the gradual acquisition of vines around Epernay, then on the Massif de Saint-Thierry, in the heart of the Montagne de Reims. It is Rene Merat, passionate about viticulture since his teenage years, who gave a decisive impulse to the estate in the 1980s. In 1992, his son Luc created his own brand and founded the Champagne Luc Merat House, marking the beginning of a new generation of independent winegrowers. Today, Valentine, one of Luc's daughters, has joined the estate, ensuring the continuity and the future of a know-how handed down over three generations.
An exceptional terroir: the Montagne de Reims and the Massif de Saint-Thierry
The estate extends over about 8 hectares spread across the Massif de Saint-Thierry, the Montagne de Reims and the Vallee de l'Ardre. These terroirs, renowned for their chalky and clay-limestone soil, offer ideal conditions for the cultivation of Pinot Noir, the king grape of the Montagne de Reims, but also of Meunier and Chardonnay. The village of Merfy, the central point of the estate, is located 15 km from Reims: this preserved, confidential area gives the House's champagnes a unique style, between finesse, balance and intensity.
A mastered winemaking, from the vine to the bottle
Since 2008, Luc Merat has equipped the estate with its own pressing centre in Merfy. This complete autonomy makes it possible to vinify each plot according to its identity, adapting the techniques to the specificities of each harvest. The modern facilities (two presses, a stainless-steel vat room, an ageing cellar and a labelling area) allow precise work, respecting the rhythm of the wines and their natural evolution. Faithful to its values, the Merat family is committed to a sustainable, reasoned viticulture, limiting inputs and favouring biodiversity.
The cuvees of the Luc Mérat House
Champagne Blanc de Noirs
Champagne 100% Pinot Noir
The king grape of the Montagne de Reims in all its depth: a vinous, generous champagne, structured and fruity, ideal at the table.
Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut
Champagne 100% Chardonnay, extra brut
All in finesse and freshness: the purity of Chardonnay on chalky soils, with fine bubbles, minerality and a fine length.
Cuvee Valentine Extra Brut
The House's signature cuvee, extra brut
The cuvee that bears the name of Luc Merat's daughter: precise and elegant, it embodies the family continuity and the estate's signature.
The range also includes the Cuvee Tradition, the Rose de Saignee and Le Delice de Louise, along with the discovery boxes to explore the House or as a gift.
Montagne de Reims, direct from the House
A balanced signature, between tradition and modernity
The Luc Merat champagnes stand out for their consistency and their aromatic quality. Thanks to a rigorous selection of the grapes and a careful blending, each cuvee reflects the elegance of the Champagne terroir: fine bubbles, mineral freshness, a fine length on the palate. The house offers a range that appeals both to lovers of classic champagne and to the curious in search of original cuvees.
What makes the Champagne Luc Mérat House an essential family estate at the heart of the Montagne de Reims?
Your questions about Champagne Luc Mérat
Where is Champagne Luc Merat located?
In Merfy, north-west of Reims (15 km away), on the Massif de Saint-Thierry, in the heart of the Montagne de Reims. A preserved, confidential area.
How many generations has the family grown vines?
For more than 60 years and three generations: from Rene Merat to Luc Merat, today joined by his daughter Valentine.
When was the Champagne Luc Merat brand created?
In 1992, when Luc created his own brand and founded the Champagne Luc Merat House, after the impulse given by Rene Merat in the 1980s.
How big is the vineyard?
About 8 hectares spread across the Massif de Saint-Thierry, the Montagne de Reims and the Vallee de l'Ardre.
Which grapes does the House grow?
Pinot Noir, the king grape of the Montagne de Reims, as well as Meunier and Chardonnay, on chalky and clay-limestone soils.
Does the House press its own grapes?
Yes: since 2008, the estate has its own pressing centre in Merfy, which makes it possible to vinify each plot according to its identity.
Is the House committed to the environment?
Yes: a reasoned, responsible viticulture, which limits inputs, favours biodiversity and adapts to changing climatic conditions.
What are the cuvees of the Luc Merat House?
The Cuvee Tradition, the Rose de Saignee, the Blanc de Noirs, the Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut, the Cuvee Valentine Extra Brut and Le Delice de Louise, as well as discovery boxes.
What is a Blanc de Noirs and a Blanc de Blancs?
The Blanc de Noirs is made from black grapes (here Pinot Noir), more vinous; the Blanc de Blancs comes only from Chardonnay, all in finesse.
What is the Cuvee Valentine?
An extra brut cuvee that bears the name of Luc Merat's daughter, a symbol of family continuity and of the estate's signature.
What is the style of the Luc Merat champagnes?
Consistent, elegant champagnes: fine bubbles, mineral freshness and a fine length on the palate, between finesse, balance and intensity.
Where can you buy Luc Merat champagnes directly?
You can find the available cuvees here, direct from the House, carefully shipped across France and Europe. The selection changes with the vintages.
Direct from the House, in Merfy
Champagne Luc Merat - A family house of Merfy (Massif de Saint-Thierry, Montagne de Reims), three generations, brand founded in 1992.
Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay, reasoned viticulture - Blanc de Noirs, Blanc de Blancs, Cuvee Valentine
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