Aurore Casanova, Champagne Grand Cru AOC, Vieilles Vignes Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut

About Aurore Casanova

Aurore Casanova is a passionate Champagne producer originally from the Champagne region of France. After an early career as a professional ballet dancer at the Paris Opera Ballet, she returned to her roots to take over her family’s vineyards in the Montagne de Reims, specifically in Bouzy and Ambonnay. Her approach to winemaking is deeply influenced by her artistic background, focusing on expressing the unique character of her terroir through her Champagnes.

Aurore’s vineyards are cultivated with great respect for nature, following organic and biodynamic principles. She prioritizes manual work in the vineyards, ensuring each vine receives individual attention. Her commitment to sustainability is evident in her minimal intervention philosophy, allowing the grapes to fully express their origin. The vineyards are planted mainly with Pinot Noir, which thrives in the chalky soils of the region, and a smaller proportion of Chardonnay. These noble grape varieties form the backbone of her precise and expressive Champagnes.

In the cellar, Aurore Casanova employs traditional methods with a modern sensibility. She uses indigenous yeasts for fermentation and limits the use of sulfites, aiming for purity and authenticity in her wines. Her Champagnes are aged on the lees for extended periods, enhancing their complexity and depth. Each cuvée is crafted to reflect the vintage and the nuances of each parcel, resulting in wines that are both elegant and vibrant.

Aurore produces a select range of Champagnes, each with its own identity. Her Blanc de Noirs showcases the power and finesse of Pinot Noir, offering aromas of red fruits, floral notes, and a mineral backbone. The Blanc de Blancs is a pure expression of Chardonnay, characterized by its freshness, citrus notes, and delicate texture. She also creates vintage Champagnes in exceptional years, capturing the unique weather conditions and the particularities of each harvest.

The labels on Aurore Casanova’s bottles are inspired by her background in the arts, featuring designs that reflect movement, grace, and creativity. This artistic touch extends to her philosophy of winemaking, where intuition and sensitivity play a key role alongside technical expertise.

Aurore’s Champagnes have gained recognition among wine lovers and professionals for their precision, energy, and sense of place. She is part of a new generation of Champagne growers who are redefining the region through a focus on terroir, sustainability, and personal expression. Her wines are distributed through select retailers and restaurants, offering a taste of her vision and the unique terroir of Bouzy and Ambonnay.

Visitors to her estate are welcomed warmly, with the opportunity to discover the vineyards, learn about her winemaking process, and taste her Champagnes in an intimate setting. Aurore Casanova’s dedication to her craft and her innovative approach make her a standout producer in the world of Champagne, blending tradition and modernity to create wines of character and distinction.