Concours des Feminalise 201231 December 2011Maison Veuve Ambal was founded in the heart of Burgundy in 1898 by Veuve Marie Ambal, widow of a Parisian banker. Marie returned to Rully to join her brother, wine lover and wine broker, at the time method traditionelle was being introduced for sparkling wines. The wines immediately gained recognition and her grandson Charles Roux Ambal, followed by his grandson and current President Eric Piffaut, have continued to build on Marie’s philosophy of quality, and the combination of tradition and modernity which is the signature of Veuve Ambal. With over 250 hectares of vineyards planted to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay in 6 regions across Burgundy including the best terroirs in Chablis, Chatillonaise (close to Champagne), St Aubin & Macon. Philiosophy of sustainable viticulture and winemaking is paramount to Veuve Ambal, leaders in the production of Cremant de Bourgogne today.