Etienne Calsac is one of the most exciting young producers in the Cotes des Blancs. He took over the family domaine in 2010 aged 26, and has determined to grow all his grapes under the Lutte Raisonnee methodology. His incisive and pure Chardonnay-based champagnes are an exceptional interpretation of the chalky terroir surrounding Avize.
Les Rocheforts translates to 'the strong rocks.' In 2012, Etienne started a separate perpetual reserve just for Les Rocheforts. This 1er cru single-vineyard in Bisseuil sits on pure chalk soils and creates a precise and beautifully expressive Blanc de Blancs (produced with approximately 25% reserve wine, varying with each vintage).
