Grand Cru Villages of Champagne
Départment: Marne
Unlike Burgundy, where certain vineyards are rated according to their quality, the classification in the Champagne region is rated by villages. Established at the end of the 19th century, the ratings are expressed from 80% to 100%.
The 100% wines are considered to offer the highest qualitative potential, taking into account the quality of the soil, the nature of the subsoils and the micro-climate.
Only 17 villages are rated 100%, known as grand cru villages. Here's a brief look at some of them:
Départment: Marne
Unlike Burgundy, where certain vineyards are rated according to their quality, the classification in the Champagne region is rated by villages. Established at the end of the 19th century, the ratings are expressed from 80% to 100%.
The 100% wines are considered to offer the highest qualitative potential, taking into account the quality of the soil, the nature of the subsoils and the micro-climate.
Only 17 villages are rated 100%, known as grand cru villages. Here's a brief look at some of them: