About Bonnaire
Bonnaire is a family-owned Champagne house based in Cramant, a Grand Cru village in the Côte des Blancs. Founded in 1932 by Fernand Bouquement and later led by his son-in-law André Bonnaire, then Jean-Louis Bonnaire, it is now run by the fourth generation, brothers Jean-Etienne and Jean-Emmanuel. The family owns about 22 hectares, planted mainly with Chardonnay along with some Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, and is one of the larger owners of Grand Cru vineyards in Cramant. The house is best known for pure, creamy, mineral Blanc de Blancs.
Who Is This For?
For those who love pure, mineral, Chardonnay-driven Champagne with a clear sense of Cramant's chalky terroir.
Wines of Bonnaire
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is Bonnaire located?
- Bonnaire is based in Cramant, a Grand Cru village in the Côte des Blancs, Champagne.
- How large are Bonnaire's vineyards?
- The family owns about 22 hectares, planted mainly with Chardonnay plus some Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.
- What is Bonnaire known for?
- Bonnaire is known for Blanc de Blancs Champagnes from Cramant, including a Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs, vintage Cramant bottlings and a Brut Nature.
- Who founded Bonnaire?
- Fernand Bouquement founded the house in 1932. His son-in-law André Bonnaire joined after World War II, and the fourth generation now runs it.