In Avize, in the heart of the Côte des Blancs, Bouquin Dupont Fils has been cultivating Chardonnay vineyards on Champagne’s most highly regarded terroirs since 1929. Founded by Paul Émile Dupont, this grower-producer house crafts champagnes of rare precision from a 1.60-hectare vineyard spread across three Grand Cru terroirs: Avize (1 ha), Cramant (0.30 ha) and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger (0.30 ha). On these exceptional chalky slopes, the Chardonnay develops a minerality and tension characteristic of the Côte des Blancs. Depending on the cuvée, vinification alternates between demi-muids, 228-litre oak barrels and stainless-steel vats, yielding an aromatic palette of remarkable diversity for a single grape variety. A little-known house, faithful to the exacting standards of the great terroirs.

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The Bouquin Dupont Fils cuvées — Blanc de Blancs and Rosé Grand Cru

The range centres on the Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, available as Brut, Extra-Brut and Zéro dosage. The Cuvée Vieille Vigne, made from vines aged 82 years, is the perfect accompaniment to oysters, scallops and seafood platters. The Cuvée du Dom, matured in demi-muid barrels, pairs well with poultry in a creamy sauce or a hard cheese. The Cuvée Jarod, a vintage wine aged in 228-litre Nuits-Saint-Georges oak barrels, is perfect with lobster and langoustines. The Rosé Grand Cru (8% Pinot Noir from Ay) reveals its aromas when paired with red berries and light desserts.

Served at 8°C as an aperitif, the Bouquin Dupont Fils cuvées reveal their full complexity at between 14 and 16°C with a meal. The Jarod vintages and the Cuvée Vieille Vigne can be cellared for 5 to 10 years in a cool cellar, allowing the aromas to evolve harmoniously towards toasty and honeyed notes.

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Bouquin Dupont Fils — Artisanal grape-grower and winemaker from the Côte des Blancs

Founded in 1929 by Paul Émile Dupont, the house is now run by Dominique Bouquin Dupont, who is carrying on the family legacy that spans several generations. The 1.60-hectare vineyard is situated exclusively on Grand Cru -classified plots: 1 hectare in Avize, 0.30 hectare in Cramant, and 0.30 hectare between Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Oger. These deep chalky soils, characteristic of the Côte des Blancs, give the Chardonnays their legendary mineral tension and integrity.

The winemaking process follows a dual approach: ageing in demi-muids or 228-litre oak barrels for the more characterful cuvées, and in stainless-steel vats to preserve the freshness of the fruit. Certifications including High Environmental Value (HVE), Organic Farming, Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne (VDC) and Terra Vitis confirm the estate’s commitment to viticulture that respects the chalky soils.

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How do you choose between an entry-level cuvée and a prestige cuvée at Bouquin Dupont Fils?

The Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru — available as Brut, Extra-Brut or Zéro dosage — offers a fine introduction to the house’s style. For a special occasion, the Cuvée Vieille Vigne (from vines aged 82 years) and the Jarod vintages, aged in Nuits-Saint-Georges oak barrels, offer unrivalled complexity, with production limited to just a few hundred bottles per vintage.

What food and wine pairings go well with Bouquin Dupont Fils champagne?

The Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru is a magnificent accompaniment to oysters, scallops and white asparagus. The Cuvée Vieille Vigne pairs well with fine fish in a beurre blanc sauce or poultry in a cream sauce. The Cuvée Jarod, aged in oak barrels, goes well with lobster, langoustines or sweetbreads. The Rosé Grand Cru (8% Pinot Noir from Ay) pairs beautifully with raspberries, wild strawberries or duck with cherries.

How should Bouquin Dupont Fils champagne be served and stored?

Serve Blanc de Blancs at 8°C as an aperitif, then allow them to warm to 14–16°C at the table to reveal their aromatic complexity. Opt for a tulip-shaped glass to concentrate the aromas. The Jarod vintages and the Cuvée Vieille Vigne can be cellared for 5 to 10 years in a cool cellar (10–12°C), stored horizontally, away from light and vibrations.

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What sets the Avize, Cramant and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger terroirs apart within the Bouquin Dupont Fils vineyard?

Each Grand Cru plot brings its own distinctive character: Avize (1 ha) produces round, floral Chardonnays; Cramant (0.30 ha) adds liveliness and tension; and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger (0.30 ha) contributes chalky minerality and ageing potential. By vinifying each terroir separately, Bouquin Dupont Fils captures nuances that no large-scale wine merchant can replicate.

Is Bouquin Dupont Fils committed to organic and sustainable practices?

Yes. The estate holds several certifications: High Environmental Value (HVE), Organic Farming (AB), Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne (VDC) and Terra Vitis. These initiatives ensure respect for the chalky soils of the Côte des Blancs and form part of a long-term vision, in contrast to the intensive practices of the major wine merchants.

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Founded in: 1929
Founder: Paul Emile Dupont
House / owner: Bouquin Dupont (Dominique Bouquin Dupont)
Location: Avize, Côte des Blancs (proche d'Epernay)
Vineyard: 1.60 ha
Grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
Cuvées: Cuvée du dom, Cuvée Jarod 2019, Cuvée Jarod 2018, Cuvée Jarod 2017, Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, Vieille Réserve

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The Bouquin Dupont Fils cuvées — Blanc de Blancs and Rosé Grand Cru

Bouquin Dupont Fils — Artisanal grape-grower and winemaker from the Côte des Blancs

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