The Cuvée Origine from Champagne Pierre Goulard is the gateway to the world of this small family-owned estate in the Saint-Thierry massif, about ten kilometers northwest of Reims. Its name perfectly captures what it represents: the champagne that embodies the estate’s identity and roots, the one that most faithfully reflects the terroir and the house’s style.
The Goulard vineyard spans approximately 5 hectares, spread across five villages in the Saint-Thierry massif and the Monts de Reims—primarily around Trigny and Janvry. The soils there are clay-limestone, mixed with sand and rich in fossils and shells—a terroir that gives the grapes a beautiful natural minerality. The grape varieties—predominantly Pinot Meunier, complemented by Pinot Noir and Chardonnay—are characteristic of this sector of the Champagne vineyards, which is less well-known than the Côte des Blancs or the Montagne de Reims but just as capable of producing champagnes with character.
Pierre Goulard represents the third generation of winemakers in his family to cultivate these vineyards. After spending time in Burgundy to train, he joined the family estate and officially took the reins in 2014, carrying on a tradition of expertise passed down from generation to generation. The estate is committed to environmentally friendly practices—it is certified as a “High Environmental Value” (HVE) operation, uses no herbicides or insecticides, and employs sexual confusion as a natural method to control insect pests.
On the palate, the Cuvée Origine stands out with an expressive nose of ripe yellow fruits, Reinette apples, and golden brioche—a rich, indulgent profile typical of champagnes dominated by Pinot Meunier. On the palate, the attack is supple and fruity, carried by notes of pear, mirabelle plum, and toasted hazelnut, with a freshness that pleasantly lingers on the finish. This champagne is designed as an aperitif, easy to enjoy right from the moment it’s opened, and will appeal to lovers of fruity, indulgent sparkling wines rather than very winey or austere champagnes.
Served well-chilled (8–10°C), the Cuvée Origine pairs naturally with an aperitif among friends, foie gras canapés, or light seafood dishes. It’s a wonderful discovery for anyone looking to explore Champagne’s independent winemakers beyond the major houses, in a region—the Saint-Thierry massif—that deserves to be better known.
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