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DOMAINE BALLORIN
Producer
Etienne Calsac
France, Champagne
Avize, Côte des Blancs
Avize, Côte des Blancs
25000 bottles in the cellar
Specialities: Champagne
From the Roots to the Vision: The Birth of a Vigneron
In the heart of the Côte des Blancs, in Avize, the project of Étienne Calsac was born in 2010. A young, fourth-generation winemaker, he inherited a small estate from his grandmother. Étienne's idea was to break from the classic Champagne mold and maximize the expression of the terroir. He works with 2.8 hectares of vineyards spread across six parcels; one is in the renowned Premier Cru of Bissueil in the Montagne de Reims, while the other five are in Grand Cru villages in the Côte des Blancs. The vines grow on soils that range from chalk to sand and clay, giving the wines a unique complexity and minerality that fully reflects the diversity of the land they come from. His philosophy is based on respecting nature and minimal intervention to allow the wine to express its full identity.
Craftsmanship in the Vineyard and the Cellar
Étienne's philosophy is reflected in his practices, both in the vineyard and the cellar. In the fields, his work is rigorous and follows the principles of biodynamics, without the use of chemical products. His approach aims to preserve soil health and biodiversity. Grass is left to grow between the rows to stimulate competition and strengthen the vines' roots. In the cellar, the winemaking is natural and takes place in wood and steel, with aging times that vary depending on the cuvée. No fining or filtration is done, and the use of sulfites is reduced to the bare minimum. This artisanal approach creates vibrant, pure, and highly personal Champagnes that tell the story of a young winemaker and his deep connection to the land.
