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The story of this Champagne Charles Ellner begins in 1905 with Charles-Émile Ellner. He started as a stirrer in a Champagne domaine in Epernay. After some years, he started to acquire some parcels of vines. Parcels after parcels, they developed their name. His son, Pierre, then expanded the domaine in France and abroad, and today it is renowned as a top-quality Champagne.
5 – Traditions and Elegance
These are the two words that represent Champagne Charles Ellner. Located in the heart of the Champagne region in Epernay, this estate has preserved its independence for over a century. While creating exceptional cuvées year after year, this estate and its values have been handed down from generation to generation within the Ellner family. After more than 100 years of existence, the 3rd, 4th and 5th generations work hand in hand to create new cuvées.
3 – Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier
A little bit of history to understand why Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier are the grape varieties of the Champagne. It was in the 19th century that the change took place, in a bid to improve the quality of Champagne wines. At that time, many grape varieties were still present in this region. So they made a meticulous selection of grape varieties to keep those of the highest quality.That’s when these three grape varieties were chosen. They create an excellent balance between sugar and acidity, perfect for sparkling wines, a rich wine and a subtle taste.
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Today, Charles Ellner Champagne is exported to over 20 countries worldwide. The family has also expanded into other sectors, such as catering and hotels, with Brasserie La Banque.
It’s on the 50-hectare estate of the Ellner family that these emblematic grape varieties benefit from different slopes:
- Montagne de Reims
- Sézanne region
- Côte des Blancs
- Bar sur Arbois
- Marne Valley
- Côtes d’Epernay
Each hillside has its own particularity, making the different grape varieties unique. Add more
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The last number, represents the different cuvées and alcohols. We can find champagnes of all types and an aperitif beverage.
In the Champagnes range, the domaine offers us different blends of grape varieties:
- Chardonnay and Pinot Noir
- 100% Chardonnay
- Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier
The aperitif spirit, the Ratafia, is made from the must of black Champagne grapes, to which a premium alcohol is added before fermentation. Ratafia is ideal as an aperitif, but can also be enjoyed with desserts.
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A whole story, a family, a vineyard, different champagnes, this is what Champagne Charles Ellner is all about, traditions, elegance and quality.
