Recoltant Manipulant

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RM - Champagne grower who makes wine from own grapes.

Full Definition

Recoltant Manipulant (RM) designates a Champagne grower who grows grapes and produces wine entirely from their own vineyards. Shown as 'RM' on labels, it distinguishes grower Champagne from negociant houses (NM). RM producers often offer terroir-focused, artisanal Champagnes at value prices.

Related Terms

negociant manipulantgrower champagnechampagne

See Also

champagneterroir
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