Houses
De Saint-Gall
A champagne house in the Côte des Blancs specializing in Chardonnay-based wines, led by cellar master Cédric Jacopin.
- Location
- Avize, Côte des Blancs, France
- Known for
- Chardonnay-based champagnes · Côte des Blancs terroir
Style
De Saint-Gall is rooted in the Côte des Blancs, the premier region for Chardonnay in Champagne. The house's identity centers on this single grape variety, drawing character from the limestone-rich soils that define the terroir south of Épernay. Under cellar master Cédric Jacopin, the house pursues elegance and finesse, qualities the chalky landscape naturally imparts to Chardonnay-based champagnes.
History
Based in one of Champagne's most celebrated terroirs, De Saint-Gall maintains a tradition of Chardonnay stewardship. Cédric Jacopin, the house's chef de caves, brings a distinctive sensibility to the role—his parallel passion for piloting vintage aircraft informs his approach to winemaking, emphasizing precision, respect for heritage, and an understanding of forces beyond one's control.
Recent
- Note
De Saint-Gall is based in the Côte des Blancs and has built its identity around Chardonnay-based champagnes.
Read article Terre de Vins 8 August 2026
- Note
Cédric Jacopin serves as cellar master at De Saint-Gall.
Read article Terre de Vins 8 August 2026