Shrine To The Vine

Jérôme Blin is the archetype of a Champagne grower. He works entirely by hand, organically farming two hectares of parcels in the Vallée de la Marne. Almost half of his vines are Pinot Meunier, a variety once dismissed as fit only for blending, but elevated and re-invigorated by Grower Champagne’s pioneers. If the energy and excitement in Champagne has shifted from big brands to a vibrant community of artisanal growers, Jérôme is one of the reasons...