Frerejean Frères Champagne — Avize Grand Cru: finesse and ageing potential
Founded in 2005 in the heartof Avize, one of the most prestigious grands crus of the Côte des Blancs, Frerejean Frères was born out of the partnership between the brothers Guillaume, Richard and Rodolphe Frerejean-Taittinger and Didier Pierson, heir to a line of winegrowers deeply rooted in this exceptional chalk terroir. Behind this venture lies an even older family history: ancestors who were artillerymen supplying the French army during the Napoleonic era, lending the name Frerejean a unique historical resonance. Working exclusively with Premier Cru and Grand Cru plots, the house crafts its champagnes with a rare artisanal rigour: ageing for six to twelve years on slats, extra-brut dosages often below 6 g/l, and ageing in oak barrels to give structure to the blends. The result: champagnes of mineral precision and slender elegance, served in Michelin-starred restaurants and selected by Air France.
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The Frerejean Frères vintages — from Premier Cru to Grand Cru
The Frerejean Frères range extends from Brut Premier Cru to Grande Réserve (aperitif, oysters) and on to cuvées with real character: the Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, made from 100 per cent Chardonnay from Avize, which is mineral and crisp (sole meunière, langoustines), the VV26 Grand Cru from old vines (lobster, poultry with truffles), and the Rosé Blossom (salmon tartare, wild strawberries). The Cuvée des Hussards and the Secret d’Irène, prestigious vintages, come into their own with foie gras or mature cheeses.
Frerejean Frères champagnes are best served between 8 and 10 °C in a tulip-shaped glass. Their long ageing periods and low dosages give them excellent ageing potential: five to ten years for the cuvées in the range, and even longer for the vintages and the Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Magnum, designed to age for a decade.
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Frerejean Frères — Avize 2005: heritage and a passion for Champagne
In 2005, Guillaume, Richard and Rodolphe Frerejean-Taittinger joined forces with Didier Pierson, heir to a family with long-standing roots in the Côte des Blancs, to establish their house in Avize. Classified as a Grand Cru commune, Avize offers a terroir of pure chalk that lends the Chardonnay its characteristic minerality and tension. The name Frerejean carries deep historical significance: the family’s ancestors were gunmakers, suppliers to Napoleon’s army — a military heritage dedicated to the pursuit of precision.
Frerejean Frères’ philosophy is based on producing exclusively Premier and Grand Cru wines and on one of the region’s longest ageing processes: six to twelve years on racks, with periods in oak barrels to refine the structure. The dosages are deliberately kept at extra-brut levels, often below 6 g/l, to allow the Avize terroir to express itself without artifice.
Your questions about Frerejean Frères champagnes
Does Frerejean Frères champagne offer good value for money?
Frerejean Frères champagnes are positioned in the premium artisanal segment, characterised by six to twelve years’ ageing on slats, a selection comprising exclusively Premier Cru and Grand Cru grapes, and extra-brut dosages of under 6 g/l. Rated by the Guide Hachette and served in Michelin-starred restaurants, they offer some of the best value for money in the Côte des Blancs.
What food and wine pairings go well with Frerejean Frères champagnes?
The Brut Premier Cru and the Grande Réserve are at their best as an aperitif or served with oysters and seafood. The Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru pairs well with fine fish, scallops and shellfish. The VV26 Grand Cru complements lobster and poultry with truffles. The Cuvée des Hussards and the Secret d’Irène are ideal with mature cheeses and foie gras.
How should Frerejean Frères champagnes be served and stored?
Serve at between 8 and 10 °C in a tulip glass or a wide-mouthed flute to release the aromas. Extended ageing and low dosage give these cuvées excellent ageing potential: five to ten years for the standard range, and longer for the vintage wines and the Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Magnum. Store away from light, in a cellar at 12–14 °C.
Where can I buy Frerejean Frères champagne online?
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Is it possible to visit the Frerejean Frères estate in Avize, and where are their champagnes served?
The estate welcomes visitors for tours and tastings at 66 Rue Pasteur in Avize, in the heart of the Côte des Blancs Grand Cru. Frerejean Frères champagnes are also featured inAir France’s selections and at Michelin-starred restaurants — institutional recognition that complements the accolades from the Guide Hachette.
What is the connection between Frerejean Frères and the Taittinger family?
The founders bear the surname Frerejean-Taittinger, linking them to the great Champagne tradition. Frerejean Frères is a fully independent house, established in 2005 in Avize with its own philosophy: exclusively Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, ageing for six to twelve years on slats, and extra-brut dosages below 6 g/l.
About
Champagne Frerejean Brothers — the essentials
- Founded in
- 2005
- Founder
- Guillaume, Richard et Rodolphe Frerejean-Taittinger
- House / owner
- Frerejean-Taittinger
- Location
- Avize, Côte des Blancs
- Grape varieties
- Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
- Cuvées
- VV26 Grand Cru, Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru Magnum, Brut Premier Cru, Extra Brut Premier Cru, Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru
