In 2001, Dominique Moreau took his first steps in viticulture by renting a small vineyard. In 2005 he founded his winery in the village of Polisot, appellation Côte des Bar, in Champagne. She named her after her beloved grandmother Marie Courtin, whom she described as "a woman on earth". Since then, Dominique has expanded its original 1 hectare to just over 2.5 hectares. Her husband owns Domain Piollot Père et Fils with vineyards bordering Marie Courtin's. Pinot Noir is the predominant variety planted in the area. From the very beginning, Dominique adhered to the philosophy: One vineyard, One variety, One harvest. This may not sound like an innovation to other parts of the world, but it is definitely in Champagne. The famous sparkling wines are the result of mixing vintages, varieties, and even producers. You have to spend time on at least one of the only fifteen thousand bottles that Dominique Moreau produces annually under her grandmother's name. Winique!