2019 Charles Dufour "Vin de Comptoir" Coteaux Champenois Blanc

2019 Charles Dufour "Vin de Comptoir" Coteaux Champenois Blanc

Charles Dufour is based in Landreville in the Côte des Bar, a subregion defined by Kimmeridgian marl and a predominance of Pinot Noir. He assumed responsibility for the family domaine in the early 2000s and subsequently converted the vineyards to certified organic and biodynamic farming. Work in the cellar favors native fermentations, restrained sulfur usage, and élevage in neutral vessels, including older barrels, with an emphasis on maintaining vineyard expression. Production is small and parcel-focused. The “Bulles de Comptoir” series serves as an exploration of site, season, and assemblage, while limited single-parcel bottlings highlight individual terroirs. Dufour’s approach aligns with a group of récoltant-manipulants prioritizing site transparency and viticultural rigor over standardized house style.