Domaine Les Monts Fournois offers a limited selection of Grand and Premier Cru Champagnes. The estate is led by Juliette Alips, who, after graduating from enology school in Beaune in 2020, gained experience with esteemed producers such as Louis Latour in Burgundy, G.D. Vajra in Piedmont, and Louis Roederer in Champagne, supported by her cousins Raphaël and Vincent Bérêche. The focal point of the domaine is the Premier Cru monopole Les Monts Fournois, with the inaugural vintage harvested in 2022 and slated for release in 2027.
The Domaine Les Monts Fournois Vallée 2013 is a 100% Pinot Noir Champagne sourced from the Grand Cru vineyards of Aÿ. This vintage showcases a striking profile, laced with chalk, red-toned fruit, white pepper, and mint. Its classic power and persistence reflect the terroir’s character, while a touch of rusticity adds depth to its textural feel. With a slightly edgy personality, this Champagne is well-suited for the dinner table, where its bold traits shine. Bottled with a dosage of 2.3 grams per liter and disgorged in October 2023, the Domaine Les Monts Fournois Vallée 2013 offers an expressive and distinctive interpretation of Aÿ’s renowned Grand Cru Pinot Noir. Drinking Window: 2024 - 2029.
Domaine Les Monts Fournois is an exciting new chapter in Champagne, led by Juliette Alips, who combines her deep-rooted passion for winemaking with extensive experience gained from renowned producers like Louis Latour in Burgundy, G.D. Vajra in Piedmont, and Louis Roederer in Champagne. Born into a grower’s family, Juliette has honed her expertise under the mentorship of her cousins, Raphaël and Vincent Bérêche, mastering every step of champagne production—from farming and harvesting to vinification, tasting, and blending. Located in the northern Montagne de Reims, Domaine Les Monts Fournois is centered around the Premier Cru monopole Les Monts Fournois. The estate’s first vintage from this remarkable vineyard, 2022, will debut in 2027. In the meantime, the domaine offers a highly curated annual selection of vintage Grand Cru Champagnes, sourced from exceptional growers in iconic vineyards across the Côte des Blancs, Montagne de Reims, and Grande Vallée de la Marne. This marks the beginning of an exciting journey for Domaine Les Monts Fournois, blending heritage, passion, and outstanding terroirs to craft exceptional Champagnes.