Alfred Gratien
Champagne Alfred Gratien is a maison from Epernay in the Vallée de la Marne. The maison operates as an NM (Négociant-Manipulant) and is located at 30 Rue Maurice Cerveaux.
Vinification
Alfred Gratien works with oak barrels — at least for the Cuvée Paradis, complete aging in wood is documented. Malolactic fermentation is blocked, which gives the cuvée a fresh acidity structure and increases its aging potential. The style focuses on complexity through oak and tension through preserved malic acid.
The Cuvées in Detail
Cuvée Paradis — Brut 2016
Vintage champagne with clear oak influence: brioche, citrus zest, roasted nuts. The absence of MLF keeps the acidity taut and gives the wine an energetic foundation. Disgorged in January 2024, the champagne works surprisingly well with BBQ smoke flavors — the oak notes and freshness play with smoke and grilled crust.
65% Chardonnay · 35% Pinot Noir · Brut · Base 2016 · Oak aging · no MLF
My Tastings
- Cuvée Paradis 2016 · tasted on June 11, 2025
Facts
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| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| Official Name | Champagne Alfred Gratien |
| Category | NM (Négociant-Manipulant) |
| Location | 30 rue Maurice Cerveaux, 51200 Epernay |
| Region | Vallée de la Marne |
| Website | alfredgratien.com |
| @champagnealfredgratien | |
| Contact | +33 3 26 56 30 30 · contact@alfredgratien.com |
Sources for this portrait: maison website, personal tastings, CRM data and cross-checks. Fields without sufficient verification remain open.