Mrs Maximus and I will be spending a couple of days in Epernay later this month to replenish our badly depleted Champagne stocks. We already have a couple of places in mind that we definitely want to visit, but it%26#39;s always nice to try something new, so we%26#39;d also like to visit some small Champagne houses we%26#39;ve never tried before and see if we like them.
Does anyone have any recommendations for real little gems among the small Champagne houses? In or near Epernay would be a plus, but it%26#39;s not a problem to drive around a bit to hunt out the good places if need be.
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I like Champagne Raymond Boulard which is just outside Reims close to the motorway back to Calais which I am guessing you%26#39;ll be driving back on.
Francis Boulard is the owner/viticulturist/winemaker. He speaks limited English, is very open-minded in that he runs a group that tastes sparkling wines from all over the world. He is growing bio-dynamically and makes a range of Champagnes.
He ownes vineyards in 5 areas of Champagne including Grand-Cru rated vineyards.
The website is at www.champagne-boulard.fr/en/vineyard.htm
I suggest you email first to check he is personally available to pour your tastings as otherwise he may be in the vineyards.
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Ruinart in Reims.
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