A new wine in the Egly range, the NV Brut Les Prémices is a Chardonnay/Pinot Noir/Meunier blend from Trigny, all 2016 vintage. Bright floral notes and the natural richness of Pinots come together nicely in this entry-level bottling. There is good energy, but naturally not quite the...(read more)

A very unusual Champagne, in the sense that there is no attempt to make a cuvée (blend) this is a single variety (Pinot Meunier) from very old vines at a single site in the village of Vrigny. Francis Egly's only non Grand Cru rated vineyard. Soft, rich and quite elegant.

Francis Egly’s wines seem to have become real cult classics. This is their most classically styled cuvée, and it has all the hallmarks of this great producer. Weight and power – but lift and drive too. Clever satisfying stuff with so many layers of interest. The wine is fermented us...(read more)

VP stands for 'vieillissement prolongée' (extended ageing). 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay. Six or seven years in the cellar before disgorgement, with a virtually non-existent dosage. Lots of power and elegance.

Similar approach to the Grand Cru Tradition, except that there is Coteaux Champenois rouge in the cuvée. Pale pink in colour, vibrant, elegant and immensely elegant this is one of the best rose champagnes on the market.

This is a top class treat to rival any of the well-known prestige cuvées. 100% Pinot Noir from an ancient vineyard planted in 1947 which is called 'les crayères' ('The chalk mine') after its deep subsoil layer of chalk which begins only about a foot below the surface. The vin...(read more)

A vinous version, featuring a delicate mousse and mouthwatering acidity, this is reminiscent of aged white Burgundy, with hints of toasted hazelnut, coffee liqueur and straw accenting baked cherry, mineral and crystalized honey flavors. Smoke and saline notes linger on the finish. Disgorge...(read more)