François began his journey at just 14 years old, first as an apprentice and later as a vineyard worker. In 1972 he purchased his first parcel, and by 1976, with the support of his wife Anne-Marie, he began producing his own Champagne. What started small has grown into 5.5 hectares of sustainably farmed vines, planted mainly to Pinot Noir with a smaller share of Chardonnay.

Secondé’s wines capture the singular character of Sillery’s chalky soils and its history as a Grand Cru village. They are Champagnes of precision, structure, and depth, reflecting both the terroir and the independent spirit of their maker.