Today we are in the heart of the Marne Valley, in Festigny to be precise. This is where a unique Champagne is produced, Michel Loriot's Apollonis Meunier. A cuvée born of a wonderful terroir and a great passion, that of the winemaker for music. Curious? Festigny is a small village located in the Marne Valley, one of the main regions of Champagne. The soil here is chalky and the climate is temperate. These are ideal conditions for growing Pinot Meunier, the grape variety that symbolises the area. In Festigny, the Loriot family cultivates 7 hectares of vineyards, with a particular focus on sustainability and respect for the environment. Pinot Meunier, often underrated, is used here in its pure form, revealing all its elegance and complexity. Michel Loriot is known as the “music-loving winemaker” for his unique practice of using classical music during the production process. The melodies of Beethoven, Mozart and Vivaldi accompany the vines and the wine, positively influencing the growth of the plants and the fermentation of the wines. This approach, known as proteodia, aims to improve the quality of the wine through sound vibrations. Apollonis Meunier has a golden colour and a fine, persistent perlage. The nose immediately reveals aromas of pear, melon and a hint of fresh butter. On the palate, it is fresh, savoury and lively with a long, persistent finish. This Champagne is ideal as an aperitif but also finds its place at the table.