Champagne André Beaufort

Estate Overview

Founded in 1969 in Ambonnay (Montagne de Reims) and Polisy (Côte des Bar), Champagne André Beaufort is a family-run estate recognized as one of the first in Champagne to adopt organic and biodynamic viticulture.
The estate comprises approximately 7 hectares:

  • Ambonnay (Grand Cru) — 4.5 ha (Pinot Noir 80%, Chardonnay 20%)

  • Polisy (Aube) — 2.5 ha (Pinot Noir dominant)

Certified AB (Agriculture Biologique) since 1994.

Viticulture

  • Farming method: Certified organic and biodynamic; no synthetic herbicides, pesticides, or fertilizers.

  • Soils: Predominantly chalk, limestone, and clay-marl.

  • Vine age: Average 35 years.

  • Vineyard management:

    • Manual canopy management and harvesting.

    • Home-made composts and plant-based infusions for vineyard health.

    • Natural ground cover maintained to promote biodiversity and soil activity.

  • Yields: Typically 50–60 hl/ha, depending on vintage conditions.

Vinification

  • Fermentation:

    • Indigenous yeasts only.

    • Primary fermentation in enamel-lined or old oak vats, temperature-controlled (18–22 °C).

  • Malolactic fermentation: Allowed to occur spontaneously, depending on cuvée and vintage expression.

  • No fining or filtration prior to bottling.

  • Base wines: Aged 8–12 months before tirage.

Secondary Fermentation & Ageing

  • Bottling: Tirage with organic cane sugar and natural yeast culture.

  • Lees ageing:

    • Non-vintage wines: minimum 36 months.

    • Vintage wines: typically 60–120 months.

  • Disgorgement: Entirely à la volée (by hand), without freezing.

  • Dosage:

    • Brut Nature (0 g/L)

    • Extra Brut (≤ 3 g/L)

    • Occasionally higher, depending on cuvée and vintage style.

House Style

Champagne André Beaufort wines are recognized for their purity, low intervention, and textural depth.
Typical sensory profile includes:

  • Aromas: ripe orchard fruit, candied citrus, brioche, and wildflower honey.

  • Palate: creamy yet taut, marked by chalky minerality and persistent freshness.

  • Finish: long, saline, and structured for ageing.

Key Cuvées

  • Ambonnay Grand Cru Brut Nature Reserve – Pinot Noir/Chardonnay; long lees ageing, no dosage.

  • Polisy Brut Nature Reserve – 100% Pinot Noir from Côte des Bar; fruit-forward and mineral.

  • Ambonnay Millésime (Vintage) – Extended ageing, disgorged à la volée, showing complex autolysis.

Technical Contacts

Champagne André Beaufort
2 chemin du Ru Désiré – 10110 Polisy, France
Tél. +33 (0)3 26 57 01 51
📧 contact@champagnebeaufort.com
📍 www.champagnebeaufort.com