Immerse yourself in the refined world of Champagne Justine Cougnet, a family-owned house that embodies the very essence of Champagne excellence. Located in the heart of the Marne Valley, our house passionately upholds the art of Champagne-making, combining traditional expertise with deep respect for the terroir.
For over a century, the Cougnet-Weber family has steadily advanced, cultivating vines in the Marne Valley, shaping each parcel as a precious step in its history. In 1990, Sylvie and Philippe took a decisive step forward, creating their own brand under the name Cougnet-Weber, with distribution mainly aimed at private customers.
In 2022, Justine took over, breathing new life into the family legacy with the creation of Champagne Justine Cougnet. Her ambition? To chart her own international course, develop signature cuvées and assert a powerful, fruity and bold style.
Our Champagnes are the result of a meticulous selection of our grapes, grown on the unique lands of the Marne Valley. From the fresh and delicate notes of a timeless brut to the subtle aromas of a Blanc de Blancs, each cuvée tells a story—one of terroir and passion.
The vineyard extends over two hectares, a playground where Meunier, the emblematic grape variety of the Marne Valley, expresses its full potential. Here, each bunch of grapes gains momentum, each wine finds its trajectory, carried by the hand of the winemaker and the breath of the terroir.
Philippe has always moved forward with respect and conviction, working the vineyard as one prepares a plot of land, with patience and precision. Long before eco-responsibility became a matter of course, he was already practicing integrated viticulture, observing and adapting every gesture. Today, the estate is certified HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) and VDC (Viticulture Durable en Champagne), guaranteeing a careful approach to soil and natural cycles.
The family story began in 1652 in Hautvillers, the birthplace of Champagne. Successive winemakers and coopers have built up a solid heritage, handed down from generation to generation. Among them, Gaston Poittevin (1880-1944), a major figure in Champagne winegrowing, paved the way for the renown of Champagne wines. Today, Justine follows in his footsteps, inspired by her parents, Sylvie and Philippe.
Justine Cougnet's champagnes have breath and rhythm: a meeting of gourmandise, freshness and complexity.
Each cuvée finds its own tempo, under the impetus of Justine, Sylvie and Philippe, who combine the richness of Meunier with the energy of Champagne grape varieties:
Prolonged aging: a minimum of three years in the cellar, for optimum maturity and refined texture.
Vinification in stainless steel tanks and oak barrels: a masterful balance between precision and aromatic depth.
Production limited to 20,000 bottles a year, divided into five cuvées, each inspired by nature and movement:
Justine Cougnet champagnes have rhythm and persistence, cut to accompany great tables and passionate sommeliers.
General sensory profile:
Champagnes of élan and balance, thought for haute gastronomy and export.
The winery is located in the heart of the family's former farmhouse in Sainte-Gemme, a site steeped in history that was initially slated for sale in 2022, but was eventually preserved and rehabilitated. Today, it is the anchor of the Justine Cougnet adventure, housing the vat room, cellar and tasting room.
Justine moves forward boldly, with a vision in motion, where each cuvée is a “échappée belle”, another step towards excellence.
Champagne Justine Cougnet is the heritage of a family, the energy of a new generation and the promise of adventure in every sip.
Powerful and authentic, this 100% Pinot Noir evokes the raw energy of a race through nature. Its aromas of black fruits and spices exude a wild, untamed strength, offering an intense and captivating persistence that seems never to fade.
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