Émilien Feneuil is a visionary grower-champagne producer managing a tiny, biodynamic estate of just 2.37 hectares in the northern Montagne de Reims. Deeply committed to radical biodiversity, he integrates agroforestry directly into his vineyards by allowing wild native trees to grow freely among his vines. His minuscule production is meticulously sourced from 17 micro-parcels spread across the Premier Cru villages of Sermiers, Chamery, and Écueil. By vinifying each distinct parcel separately in oak barrels with native yeasts and zero added sulfur, Feneuil crafts highly individualistic, living Champagnes that serve as pure, unfiltered translations of their specific terroirs.
Country
France
Sub-Region
Montagne de Reims
Region
Champagne
Varieties
Pinot Noir
Farming
Biodynamic
Soil
Clay, marl, limestone and chalk
Winemaking
Following an intentional, minimalist philosophy, the grapes undergo spontaneous fermentation using only indigenous yeasts entirely inside used oak barrels where the wine is aged on its fine lees with zero dosage and bottled without any added sulfur before undergoing a lengthy second maturation in the estate's cool cellars.