A Blanc de Noirs crafted entirely from Meunier, sourced from the vineyards of the Vallée de l'Ardre. Spread across some twenty communes on either side of the river and its tributaries, these plots sit on moderately steep hillsides, varying in size and character. The clay-limestone and clay-marl soils, together with the valley's frequent spring frosts, create ideal conditions for Meunier, which makes up 75% of the vineyard here.
 
With a reduced dosage that qualifies it as Extra Brut, this cuvée is given room to speak for itself. The result is a champagne that expresses the finesse of its aromas and the true identity of its terroir.
 
The palate opens with an invigorating attack, unfolding into a bouquet of yellow fruit and white flowers before settling into a long, gently saline finish. Fresh, fruity and elegant, Cuvée Contraste is a refined champagne with a real sense of place.