Portraits of winemakers

CHAMPAGNE SERVEAUX FILS: FINE, ELEGANT PINOT MEUNIER WITH HINTS OF CHARDONNAY

"Champagne Serveaux Fils: From Generation to Generation"

A Family Tradition of Winemaking

Founded by Georges Serveaux in 1954, Maison Champagne Serveaux Fils is deeply rooted in family values. This is exemplified by the current managers, Pascal and his two sons Nicolas and Hugo, who together oversee the estate with the help of their sister Élodie. Nicolas, who has had a passion for Champagne since 2001, joined the family business early on, while Hugo gained experience at the AOC Chablis (Burgundy) before returning to the estate in 2011 to assist his brother. Since then, responsibilities have been divided equally: Nicolas handles the vineyards and winemaking, while Hugo focuses on marketing and promoting the wines.

Unique 100% Chardonnay Champagnes

Located in the Vallée de la Marne, the vineyard of Maison Champagne Serveaux Fils grows Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay, though special attention is given to Pinot Meunier. "We are increasingly adopting a parcel-based approach, favoring Pinot Meunier because it is a very interesting grape variety with great freshness and finesse," explain Hugo and Nicolas, who see this as an opportunity to differentiate themselves from other Champagne producers.

It must be said that at Maison Champagne Serveaux Fils, the grape varieties are quite distinctive. "Our Chardonnay exhibits characteristics traditionally associated with Champagne's Pinot Meunier and vice versa. Our 100% Chardonnay Champagnes release exotic fruit aromas and a power rarely found in this type of Champagne, which is more typical of Pinot Meunier-based Champagnes. Conversely, our 100% Pinot Meunier Champagnes are fresh, fine, and elegant—traits typically associated with 100% Chardonnay Champagnes and highly sought after by our clientele!" highlights Nicolas.

Embracing Wine Tourism

Eager to rejuvenate the brand while maintaining its family spirit, Hugo and Nicolas are currently preparing new cuvées with updated designs, including modern, luxurious black labels already seen on some bottles from the estate. The Serveaux brothers are also planning to expand their wine tourism activities: "A renovation of the winery began in May to offer clients tours of the cellar in addition to the tastings we already provide," Hugo notes.