The draught horse is making a significant comeback in all French vineyards. It is a much cheaper investment than a tractor. Very steep or small plots are difficult for machines, whereas horses can easily negotiate all types of terrain. Naturally, the yield is lower, but the soil develops a much richer microbial life. Champagne Marguet follows the principles of biodynamics and practices phytotherapy (infusion and decoction of medicinal plants) and aromatherapy (essential oils) in the vineyards.