The winery
Drappier
Champagne house based in Urville (Aube department), characterized by a predominance of Pinot Noir and a strong commitment to sustainable viticulture. (https://www.champagne-drappier.com/en/vineyard/?utm_source=openai)
- Champagne — Côte des Bar (Aube) · Francia
- Since 1808
- 27 products
The story
Family-run house with roots in Urville; the family's presence in the area has been documented since 1808, and the maison has grown while remaining family-managed and preserving historic ties to the region.
Production philosophy
Strong commitment to the environment: reducing its carbon footprint, solar energy projects, packaging optimization and low-impact agricultural practices. Drappier has been certified as a carbon-neutral company by ÉcoAct.
Terroir and vineyards
Vineyards are mainly located in the commune of Urville, in the Côte des Bar, on soils rich in marl and Kimmeridgian limestone that favour Pinot Noir, the area's dominant variety.
Awards and recognition
Sustainability-related recognitions: Green Personality of the Year; Prix de l'innovation; Trophée Champenois for its eco-responsible approach.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Pinot Nero
- Pinot Meunier
- Chardonnay
- Pinot Bianco
- Petit Meslier
- Arbane
- Fromenteau (Blanc Vrai)
- Hectares
- 110.0
What makes it distinctive
- Predominantly Pinot Noir.
- Over 110 hectares under management, with about 60 hectares owned and areas certified organic or in conversion.
- The first house in the region to be certified carbon neutral by ÉcoAct.
- Commitment to restoring and cultivating historic grape varieties typical of Champagne.
