Champagne Herbert & Co. “1000% Meunier” Extra Brut NV

Name: Champagne Herbert & Co. “1000% Meunier” Extra Brut NV
Brand: Champagne Herbert & Co.
SKU: 19091
Price: 92.0 GBP
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Champagne Herbert & Co. “1000% Meunier” Extra Brut NV

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Producer Champagne Herbert & Co.

Country France

Region Montagne de Reims, Champagne

ABV 12.5%

Tasting Notes

Fudge, Raspberry, Brioche and Chalk

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More About Champagne Herbert & Co. “1000% Meunier” Extra Brut NV

Champagne Herbert & Co. “1000% Meunier” is a rare, terroir-driven grower Champagne made entirely from 100% Pinot Meunier, sourced from Premier Cru and Grand Cru parcels across the Montagne de Reims, including Rilly-la-Montagne, Ludes, Verzenay and Mailly.

Produced by the independent Herbert & Co estate, this cuvée represents a modern, low-intervention approach to Champagne making, with a strong focus on vineyard expression, barrel ageing and extended lees maturation. Pinot Meunier is often used as a blending grape in Champagne, but here it takes centre stage, showcasing its full depth, texture and aromatic richness.

Vinification takes place in Burgundy oak barrels (228L), followed by around three years on lees, building complexity, weight and a fine, persistent mousse.

On the nose, expect smoky oak, ripe orchard fruit, forest berries and subtle spice. The palate is layered and expressive, with juicy red and stone fruit, creamy texture, toasted nuts and a mineral-driven, extra brut finish.

Despite its richness, the wine remains precise and structured, showing the natural generosity of Meunier balanced by chalky tension and freshness from long lees ageing.

Best served well chilled and ideal with charcuterie, roast poultry, creamy cheeses or richer seafood dishes.

A bold, single-varietal grower Champagne that pushes Meunier into a more serious, gastronomic space.

Available now at The Beerhive with UK delivery.

Meet the Producer, Champagne Herbert & Co.

Champagne Herbert & Co.

Style: Winery

Champagne Herbert & Co. feels like what happens when a younger generation of Champagne growers decides tradition is important but also realises Champagne does not need to behave like a dusty luxury museum piece forever. Based in Rilly-la-Montagne in the Montagne de Reims, the estate combines classic family vineyard heritage with a much more modern, energetic approach to grower Champagne.

Thomas Herbert began developing his own cuvées in 2016 while working alongside the family domaine, gradually building a style that feels sharper, more expressive and slightly more rebellious than some traditional houses. The branding alone tells you this is not trying to imitate giant luxury Champagne empires with gold foil and intimidating tasting rooms. Everything feels cleaner, fresher and a little more playful without losing seriousness where it matters.

The vineyards stretch across some seriously impressive territory too, including Premier and Grand Cru sites around Rilly-la-Montagne, Ludes, Verzenay and Mailly-Champagne. Pinot Noir naturally plays a major role here, giving the wines structure and depth, but there’s usually plenty of freshness and precision keeping everything lively rather than heavy.

What makes Herbert & Co especially enjoyable is the energy running through the wines. These are not sleepy “special occasion only” Champagnes designed to sit untouched in cabinets while people discuss investments. They feel vibrant, drinkable and properly alive, the kind of bottles that accidentally turn one glass into an entire evening.

Also, any Champagne producer willing to sell branded stickers and T-shirts alongside grower fizz clearly understands that wine should remain fun occasionally.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ – Champagne Herbert & Co 1000% Meunier

What is Champagne Herbert & Co 1000% Meunier?

It is a grower Champagne made entirely from 100% Pinot Meunier, produced by Herbert & Co in the Montagne de Reims.

What does 1000% Meunier mean?

It refers to the wine being made exclusively from Pinot Meunier, rather than a blend of Champagne grapes.

What does it taste like?

Rich and expressive with notes of red berries, orchard fruit, smoky oak, toasted nuts and chalky minerality.

Where is it produced?

In the Montagne de Reims, including Premier Cru and Grand Cru vineyards such as Rilly-la-Montagne, Verzenay and Mailly.

Is Pinot Meunier common in Champagne?

Yes, it is widely planted and traditionally used in blends, but rarely seen as a single-varietal Champagne.

What makes this Champagne different?

It is a 100% Meunier, barrel-aged, extra brut grower Champagne with extended lees ageing, giving it more depth and structure than typical NV Champagne.

Is it dry or sweet?

Extra Brut — very dry, with minimal dosage.

What food pairs well with it?

Charcuterie, roast chicken, duck, creamy cheeses, and richer seafood like lobster or scallops.

Can it age?

Yes. The structure from oak ageing and lees contact gives it good ageing potential.

Why is it called a grower Champagne?

Because it is made by the same estate that owns and farms the vineyards, rather than a large Champagne house sourcing grapes.