As winemakers attuned to nature, Maison Lenique practices sustainable viticulture to preserve biodiversity and the balance of the Champagne terroir. Our vineyards are cultivated without artifice, respecting the soil, the seasons, and the vines themselves. Thanks to these sustainable practices, our grapes reach ideal ripeness, guaranteeing exceptional Champagnes.
We craft terroir-driven wines, where the identity, character, and purity of each plot are highlighted. Natural, elegant, and delicate, our handcrafted Champagnes reflect the full richness of the Marne terroir and deserve your full attention.
Located in Pierry, a historic Premier Cru village adjacent to Épernay, the capital of Champagne, the family-run Maison Lenique perpetuates a savoir-faire passed down through generations.
Our CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) commitment reflects our desire to integrate social and environmental concerns into the heart of our craft as Champagne winemakers.
Finally, our vineyards within the Champagne Protected Designation of Origin extend around Épernay (Mardeuil, Vauciennes) for white grape varieties, and into the Marne Valley (Vincelles, Verneuil) for red grape varieties. This clay-limestone terroir, composed of clay and chalk, gives our Champagnes finesse, freshness, and minerality—characteristics that have made the reputation of authentic Champagne. Creating your moments of conviviality . . .
Another idea about Champagne wines:
small production for a unique taste of nature.
First, we vinify Chardonnay grapes from the north-facing slopes, and Pinot Noir and Meunier grapes from the south-facing slopes near Dormans.
Old vines and reserve wines contribute to harmonious and subtle blends.
Then, thanks to gentle fermentations, Lenique's cuvées reveal fine and delicate aromas.
Furthermore, and most importantly, this carefully chosen alcoholic fermentation temperature allows for the production of the coveted fine bubbles.
Moreover, in the winery and at the press, every effort is made to craft one of the finest Champagnes of Épernay.
Thus, we limit the dosage (the addition of liqueur) to allow the typicity of the terroir to express itself.
Afterward, time does its work; thanks to our 19th-century cellar, our bottles age and develop aromatic complexity before disgorgement.
Come and meet this authentic, small-scale winemaker, a true master of the art of winemaking, and experience a unique moment in Champagne.
Today, thanks to his boundless passion, Alexandre has mastered every step of the Champagne winemaking process.
Indeed, the production process demands meticulous and complete control over each stage, which all passes through his hands and those of his team. Alexandre offers you a direct purchase, the shortest path from the vines to your glass of Champagne!
It all begins with planting the vine, choosing its cultivation method, and its care…
Then come all the stages in the winery and cellars to give each vintage its unique taste…
Finally, the bottles are ready for sale, and you can enjoy a champagne brimming with bubbles and a whole lot of love!
Come and meet this small, artisan winemaker, a master of the art of winemaking, and experience a truly unique Champagne moment.
Please call Audrey at +33 6 66 64 74 00 before you come:
we are openby appointment to better welcome you. 😉
In particular, Champagne LENIQUE, located near Epernay in Pierry, is an emblematic example of Champagne expertise.
Thanks to its 6 hectares of vines, spread across different hillsides in the Epernay area, the Lenique family has always been able to offer Champagne made exclusively from its own grapes. Moreover, Alexandre Lenique, representing the fifth generation, is committed to environmental responsibility (recycling, minimizing treatments, and using biocontrol agents). Indeed, the goal is to have a minimal impact on the environment.
Moreover, he welcomes you to Pierry to discover his story, his philosophy, and his fine wines with their delicate aromas.
Above all, respectful of the environment and traditions, but also resolutely forward-looking, Alexandre now crafts wines steeped in history using sustainable viticulture.
His wines are also full of simplicity and generosity, reflecting the unique character of the Marne Valley terroir.
The prices of our champagnes are calculated as accurately as possible. I will thank you for not negotiating them.
Tastings remain chargeable even if you buy champagne.
As everyone knows, quality has a price. . .
But as Michel AUDIARD said so well “the price is forgotten, the quality remains”
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