ABOUT THE PRODUCER: Charlier et Fils
The history of Maison Charlier is the result of the passionate work of two families of true Champagne winegrowers, the Charlier family and the Perrin family. Carole Charlier and Yves Perrin have been managing the estate since 1992. Maxime Perrin, their son and the fifth generation, joined the business in 2004 as Chef de Cave. Lauriane, their daughter, is the export and marketing manager.
Charlier & Fils offers a rarity that is now unique in Champagne by storing its entire range in large-capacity barrels, known as “foudres” This method is applied to the entire production, whereas the major houses reserve it for the production of exceptional vintages. With a minimum aging period of eight months, and several years for reserve wines and Champagne spirits, the oak cask gives Champagne its nobility and elegance.
The Charlier house has been a member of the Club Trésors de Champagne since 1972.
In 1971 an elite group of 12 growers banded together to highlight the superior quality of the best grower-champagnes, a new concept at the time in a market controlled by the Grandes Marques. Today the group has expanded to 25 growers but the rules for entry are as stringent as ever, starting with the requirement that 100% of a domaine’s production be made from estate-grown fruit. The artisan winegrowers in the Club embody the excellence and diversity of the Champagne vineyards, spread across the finest crus and most iconic terroirs.
The Spécial Club cuvée is Le Club’s ultimate prestige cuvée, expressing the unique terroir of each winegrower. To earn this label, each member produces their most promising vintage according to a strict set of specifications, including two blind tastings – a guarantee of craftsmanship, authenticity, and quality. This ultimate cuvée is only achieved once every few years and is presented in a dedicated bottle base on an 18th century design.