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Champagne Etienne Oudart

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The history of the Oudart family dates back to the early 19th century when Jacques Oudart's grandparents settled in Brugny. His parents, Etienne and Juliana, gradually transformed the property into a 9-hectare vineyard. Passionate and deeply committed to their craft, they quickly developed the " Champagne Etienne OUDART " brand, which stands out for the quality of its wines. Jacques took over the business at the age of 40. A winemaker at heart, he is demanding when it comes to working the vines: every action in the vineyard is carefully considered and promotes natural balance. Together with his wife Karinne, they introduce subtle and elegant wines to lovers of new and different sensations.

Champagne Etienne Oudart has a great high-end tool for marketing its wines: the Vinay Cooperative, of which Jacques Oudart is the president, following in his father's footsteps. It gives access to varied, high-quality blends that he closely monitors, coming from the rich terroirs spread over 120 hectares. He is involved in the cooperative alongside its members and has become a role model in Champagne.

Champagne Etienne Oudart wines are divided into five "Instant" ranges made from three grape varieties, representative of the aromatic palette of the entire vineyard. The taste remains consistent over the years and the spirit of the house is reflected year after year, as Jacques Oudart personalizes his wines with his own expedition liqueur. This gives them elegance and freshness.

The Champagne Etienne Oudart vineyard consists solely of old vines planted between 1958 and 1973, maintained by permanent interplanting, which adds depth to the wines. In addition to the certification process, the estate practices sustainable viticulture, promoting natural balance through the use of natural organic amendments and implementing soil maintenance through plowing combined with controlled grass cover every other row.

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