Champagne Yves Loison

 Champagne Yves Loison, Montagne de Reims (Ludes 1er Cru): meunier, pinot noir, chardonnay, direct from the growers... Lire plus

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Champagne Yves Loison, the Champagne balance between heritage, precision and modernity

Champagne Yves Loison

A family champagne house in Prouilly, north of Reims, since the late 19th century. A vineyard over three crus (Prouilly, Vandeuil, Ludes Premier Cru), dominated by Meunier. Certified VDC and HVE. Precise cuvees, from the Clovis to the Jeanne Blanc de Blancs.

In the heart of Champagne, in Prouilly, the Maison Yves Loison has cultivated since the late 19th century the same exactingness: to produce elegant, precise champagnes deeply rooted in their terroir. Here, time is an ally: that of the vine, that of the blend, that of transmission. Today, Clovis Loison embodies the new generation. Scientific in his approach, sensitive in his expression, he continues the family work with a simple conviction: quality tolerates no compromise.

A vineyard spread over three Champagne crus

The vineyard of Champagne Yves Loison spans three emblematic villages: Prouilly and Vandeuil, located in the Saint-Thierry massif, north of Reims, and Ludes, classified Premier Cru in the Montagne de Reims. In Prouilly and Vandeuil, the well-drained soils and the northern exposure offer elegant, delicate wines, dominated by Meunier, the house's signature variety, which brings fruit, suppleness and roundness. In Ludes, a recognised Premier Cru, the wines gain in structure and freshness, more full-bodied and assertive, without ever losing finesse. The limestone and clay-sandy soils ensure an optimal natural drainage: healthy, concentrated and expressive grapes. Some vines today exceed 70 years, the living memory of the estate.

A sustainable environmental commitment, since 1984

At Yves Loison, responsible viticulture is not a trend: it is a committed choice since 1984. The house is certified Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne (VDC) and High Environmental Value (HVE). Soil work progressively replaces herbicides, favouring biodiversity and the natural aeration of the soils, with a clear goal: zero chemical weedkiller. An active reflection is also conducted on the reduction of the carbon footprint, to preserve the environment without compromising the excellence of the wine.

19th
since the late century
 A family house in Prouilly since the late 19th century.
3
crus
 Prouilly, Vandeuil (Saint-Thierry) and Ludes, a Premier Cru of the Montagne de Reims.
70
years of vines
 Some vines exceed 70 years: the living memory of the estate.
VDC
& HVE
 Sustainable viticulture certified VDC and HVE, committed since 1984.

The three Champagne varieties at the heart of the style

The Yves Loison style rests on a precise blend of the three historic varieties. Meunier, supple and fruity, brings roundness and immediate charm: it is the house's signature variety. Pinot Noir, structuring, with red-fruit aromas, gives power and depth. Chardonnay, elegant and floral, sometimes mineral, ensures tension, finesse and ageing potential. Each cuvee is conceived as a subtle balance between these three expressions, in a constant search for precision, from the dosage to the ageing, from the choice of barrels to that of the labels.

The cuvees of Champagne Yves Loison

From the Cuvée Clovis, a fusion of the three varieties, to the Cuvée Senlis 100% Meunier, by way of the Jeanne Blanc de Blancs, the Hippolyte Premier Cru, the Origines, the Rosée and the Réserve, a precise range born of three Champagne crus. To discover direct.

Cuvée Clovis

Fusion of the 3 varieties - the signature

A balanced fusion of the three Champagne varieties (Pinot Noir, Meunier, Chardonnay). Notes of rhubarb, blackcurrant bud and caramel. A versatile champagne, ideal from the aperitif to dessert, to understand the house style.

Cuvée Hippolyte 1er Cru

Barrel-aged Chardonnay - Premier Cru

Dominated by barrel-aged Chardonnay: ample texture, controlled freshness, expressive white fruit. A champagne of character, structured and generous, from the Premier Cru terroir of Ludes.

Cuvée Jeanne, Blanc de Blancs

100% Chardonnay

A Blanc de Blancs 100% Chardonnay: citrus, mineral tension, crystalline elegance. Perfect with seafood and gastronomic tables, the purest expression of Chardonnay.

Cuvée Senlis, Vieilles Vignes

100% Meunier - vines of 40 years and more

A 100% Meunier from vines over 40 years old: finesse, maturity and aromatic depth. A refined champagne with an assertive personality, a tribute to the house's signature variety.

Origines, Rosée & Réserve

The heart of the range

The Cuvée Origines, a pure expression of the house style (balance, freshness, precision); the Cuvée Rosée, fresh and gourmet on red fruits; and the Cuvée de Réserve, a classic, elegant signature, also in magnum.

A vineyard over three Champagne crus

Prouilly, Vandeuil & Ludes (Premier Cru)

Prouilly and Vandeuil, in the Saint-Thierry massif north of Reims, dominated by Meunier; and Ludes, a Premier Cru of the Montagne de Reims, more structured. Limestone and clay-sandy soils, vines that exceed 70 years.

The precision champagne of Prouilly, direct

Why choose a Champagne Yves Loison?

A house of precision. Clovis Loison unites nature and scientific rigour, over three Champagne crus.

Meunier as signature. The king variety of the Saint-Thierry massif, supple, fruity and round.

A sustainable commitment. Certified VDC and HVE since 1984, a goal of zero chemical weedkiller.

A complete range. From the Cuvée Clovis to the Cuvée Jeanne Blanc de Blancs and the Senlis Vieilles Vignes.

Frequently asked questions about Champagne Yves Loison

Which Champagne Yves Loison to choose?

To understand the house style, the Cuvée Clovis (fusion of the three varieties); for mineral purity, the Cuvée Jeanne Blanc de Blancs; for the depth of old Meunier vines, the Cuvée Senlis; for a structured Premier Cru, the Cuvée Hippolyte; for a rosé, the Cuvée Rosée.

Where is Champagne Yves Loison located?

In Prouilly, in the heart of Champagne, north of Reims. The vineyard spans three crus: Prouilly and Vandeuil, in the Saint-Thierry massif, and Ludes, classified Premier Cru in the Montagne de Reims.

Is Champagne Yves Loison organic?

The house has been committed to responsible viticulture since 1984 and is certified Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne (VDC) and High Environmental Value (HVE). Soil work progressively replaces herbicides (goal of zero chemical weedkiller). It is not certified organic.

Which grape varieties for the Yves Loison Champagnes?

The three Champagne varieties: Meunier, the house's signature variety, supple and fruity; Pinot Noir, structuring, with red-fruit aromas; and Chardonnay, elegant, floral and sometimes mineral, which brings tension and ageing potential.

What are the cuvees of Champagne Yves Loison?

The Cuvée Clovis (fusion of the three varieties), the Cuvée Hippolyte Premier Cru (barrel-aged Chardonnay), the Cuvée Jeanne Blanc de Blancs (100% Chardonnay), the Cuvée Senlis Vieilles Vignes (100% Meunier), the Cuvée Origines, the Cuvée Rosée and the Cuvée de Réserve.

What is the Cuvée Clovis?

The ideal cuvee to understand the house style: a balanced fusion of the three Champagne varieties (Pinot Noir, Meunier, Chardonnay), with notes of rhubarb, blackcurrant bud and caramel. A versatile champagne, from the aperitif to dessert.

What is the Cuvée Jeanne Blanc de Blancs?

A Blanc de Blancs 100% Chardonnay, on citrus, mineral tension and a crystalline elegance. Perfect with seafood and gastronomic tables, it expresses the finesse of the estate's Chardonnay.

What is the Cuvée Senlis Vieilles Vignes?

A 100% Meunier champagne from vines over 40 years old: finesse, maturity and aromatic depth. A refined cuvee with an assertive personality, that celebrates Meunier, the house's signature variety.

What is the Cuvée Hippolyte Premier Cru?

A cuvee dominated by barrel-aged Chardonnay, from the Premier Cru terroir of Ludes: ample texture, controlled freshness, expressive white fruit. A champagne of character, structured and generous.

What is the Saint-Thierry massif?

A sector of the Champagne vineyard north of Reims, where Prouilly and Vandeuil are located. Its well-drained soils and northern exposure give elegant, delicate champagnes, dominated by Meunier, the estate's signature variety.

What is the VDC and HVE certification?

Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne (VDC) and High Environmental Value (HVE) are two sustainable viticulture approaches. Champagne Yves Loison is certified for both: soil work, biodiversity, reduction of the carbon footprint and a goal of zero chemical weedkiller.

Can you buy the Yves Loison Champagnes directly?

Yes: the cuvees are available here, direct from the estate, shipped with care, across France and Europe.

Direct from the estate, the precision champagne of Prouilly

Champagne Yves Loison: a family champagne house in Prouilly (51140, Marne), north of Reims, since the late 19th century, today led by Clovis Loison. A vineyard over three crus: Prouilly and Vandeuil (Saint-Thierry massif) and Ludes (Premier Cru, Montagne de Reims), on limestone and clay-sandy soils, with vines over 70 years old. Grapes: Meunier (signature), Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Sustainable viticulture certified VDC and HVE, committed since 1984, a goal of zero chemical weedkiller.

Cuvees: Cuvée Clovis, Cuvée Hippolyte Premier Cru, Cuvée Jeanne Blanc de Blancs, Cuvée Senlis Vieilles Vignes, Cuvée Origines, Cuvée Rosée and Cuvée de Réserve