History of the House
The call of the vine runs in their veins
The history of the estate is above all a story of passion. It begins with the passion of a woman for her vines, a passion she passed on to her son.Vincent CoucheMore than just passionate, he fell in love with the local terroir ofChampagne.
In order to keep this romance alive,Vincent Coucheacquired plots of land located on theBar Coastand thus gave birth to his own Champagne House. His vineyard of 13 ha today is composed of 3 ha in the commune of Montgueux and 10 ha in Buxeuil.
From 1999Vincent Couchereceives teachings fromPierre Masson and Claude Bourguignon, fathers of biodynamic agriculture. From his earliest training, he applied the principles of biodynamics to his beloved estate. The estate received certificationDemeterin 2008. This attests to the proper application of biodynamic principles.
Excellence by Nature
Biodynamic agriculture
The strength of this small estate lies primarily in thepassionand especially therequirementfrom its owner. Indeed, all his work is marked by a total devotion to his vines and the pursuit of excellence in his final product. In a comprehensive quality approach,Vincent CoucheHe naturally turned to biodynamics. Indeed, he wanted to rediscover the'authenticity and quality'of his grapes, while giving meaning to his work and preserving the environmental balance of his belovedChampagneThe principles of thebiodynamicsare based on ancestral observation methods and aim to provide the vine with a balanced and harmonious environment. Thus,Vincent CoucheHe uses decoctions and herbal teas of plant and mineral origin to protect and revitalize his vines. Furthermore, to enhance its effects, his work is carried out according to the lunar calendar, which strengthens the results.
The Vincent Couche signature
Unique terroirs for distinctive wines
THEVincent Couche's vineyardbenefits from an exceptional terroir. Indeed, the soils and exposures of each plot were studied before the vines were planted. The area of the estateVincent CoucheIt also benefits from a specific microclimate, with higher than normal temperatures and a certain level of humidity thanks to its proximity to the Seine. The owner has also decided on ahigh densityFor its vineyards, the planting density is increased to 10,100 vines per hectare. The resulting competition between the vines allows for riper berries of better quality.aromatic concentrationThis atypical terroir and the use ofbiodynamicsallows for the production of healthy wines that highlight the typicity of the grape varieties and terroirs. Its range thus includes around ten cuvées that blend Brut Champagne, Blanc de Blancs, Rosé Champagne, vintage Champagnes, and even...Chloé's exclusive vintage,sulfur-free.
