Zero Dosage Consulting is the consulting company of Maximilien BERNARDEAU, consultant winemaker in Champagne since 2008 and former Champagne Cellar Master.

Childhood

Maximilien grew up in Corsica, a small island between France and Italy also know as « mountain in the sea » or « Kalliste » (« the most beautiful » in ancient greek).

Biochemistry studies

At 18, he moved to Paris to study vegetal biology and biochemistry during 4 years at Paris VI University while discovering wine…

Discovering wine

Enjoying wine more and more he decided then to move to Burgundy to study vines, wines and winemaking during 4 years in Institut Universitaire de la Vigne et du Vin (IUVV) Jules Guyot in Dijon and became trainee at Clos de Tart, one of the most iconic French estate for 2 vintages (2006 and 2007) operating both in vines and winery for all the steps of the process.

Consultant Winemaker

After being graduated in Oenology, he then moved to Champagne to become consultant winemaker in 2008. During this period he also traveled to different contries to meet sparkling wine producers all over the world and giving conferences in different countries like US, Australia, Eastern Europe, writing articles (in UK) ang giving radio and tv interview (in Australia).

Cellar Master

After 15 years, he was hired as oenologist by Laurent-Perrier and 6 months later was appointed Cellar Master and Head of Wine of the Laurent-Perrier Group (Champagne Laurent-Perrier, Champagne De Castellane, Champagne Delamotte and Champagne Salon).

Why working with Zero Dosage Consulting ?

Oenological consulting interest for sparkling wine producers

Sparkling wine world is complex and demanding. The specific pitfalls of winemaking for sparkling wines require special skills and producers need in-depth expertise and experience to succeed in this competitive field. This is where Zero Dosage Consulting comes in.

An experienced consultant at your service

Zero Dosage Consulting is the oenological consulting company of Maximilien BERNARDEAU, experienced consulting oenologist and former cellar manager in Champagne. With his extensive knowledge of winemaking techniques and the art of blending, he can help you improve the quality of your sparkling wines.
Maximilien works closely with sparkling wine producers to understand their specific goals and needs. Whether you want to improve the quality of your wines, optimize your production processes or develop new vintages, Maximilien will guide you throughout the process

Personalized advice for every stage of production

He will offer you personalized advice for each stage of the production of sparkling wines and can help you select the best varieties of grapes for your terroir, optimize your winemaking methods and check the entire production process.
Working with Zero Dosage Consulting, you will also benefit from recommendations on aging, blending and dosage. Maximilien will help you find the right balance between the different grape varieties and create unique, high-quality sparkling wines.

An expertise and experience based approach

Zero Dosage Consulting stands out for its approach based on expertise and experience. Maximilien has an in-depth knowledge of winemaking techniques specific to sparkling wines that he will adapt to your objectives according to your wine region.
Thanks to its expertise, he can help you to solve technical problems and improve the quality of your sparkling wines. He is also able to advise you on best practices in marketing and positioning your products on the market.
Zero Dosage Consulting is here to support you in the success of your sparkling wine production. Thanks to Maximilien and his personalized approach, we can help you improve the quality of your wines, optimize your production processes and develop unique vintages. Use our expertise to reach new heights in quality and in the world of sparkling wine.