What is Coteaux Champenois? -Kayleigh R. (St. Louis, MO)

July 11, 2025

Karen: I recently saw the words Coteaux Champenois on a wine list. What is Coteaux Champenois?The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in.

Dear Kayleigh:

Coteaux Champenois is still Champagne. (There are no bubbles). It’s the way Champagne was before it began to be made as a sparkling wine in the 18^th century. Coteaux Champenois can be white, rosé, or red. Coteaux Champenois red, which is becoming popular in the US, is often made 100% from Pinot Noir. As such, it’s rather like the basic red wines of Burgundy which are made from vineyards that aren’t that far away.

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