The winery
Solemme
Champagne house focused on terroir-driven wines from the Montagne de Reims, practicing organic viticulture with a biodynamic, minimal-intervention cellar approach.
- Champagne (Montagne de Reims) · France
- 2 products
The story
The family estate is managed by Catherine and Olivier Langlais, who took over the family business and have evolved its methods toward more environmentally friendly practices. From the 2010s the estate introduced organic farming on part of its vineyards and applies biodynamic techniques and interventions aimed at revitalizing the soils. The name "Solemme" is a play on words referring to the sun and the feminine figure, according to information published by the producer.
Production philosophy
Seeking the fullest expression of the terroir through minimal-intervention winemaking: fermentations with indigenous yeasts, no chaptalization, limited filtration and careful attention to the timing of dégorgement. Strong focus on sustainable, organic and biodynamic viticultural practices.
Terroir and vineyards
Based in Villers-aux-Nœuds, in the Montagne de Reims. Vineyards spread across several Premier Cru terroirs with varied soils that characterize the cuvées.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Pinot Meunier
- Chardonnay
- Pinot Noir
- Hectares
- 6.0
What makes it distinctive
- Premier Cru vineyards in the Montagne de Reims.
- Production is based on organic and biodynamic practices, with attention to soil health.
- Cuvée notes: Terre de Solemme, Plénitude / Esprit de Solemme, and 'Ambre' / 'Nature' bottles available from specialist retailers.