Wine estates Reims

Built in 1878 on the butte Sainte-Nicaise, this English neo-Gothic château is a landmark of the Rémois landscape. A guided tour of the estate begins with a 116-step staircase leading down to the cellars 30 meters below ground. The House has also developed a new concept, called "Visite Brut Royal", which invites you to visit the cellars on your own and discover every facet of the estate, thanks to a smartphone application. Taste our delicate, complex champagnes.

With a production of 6.5 million bottles per year and an estate of almost 288 hectares, the Taittinger house is one of the most prestigious Champagne houses. The visit takes you to the basement of the 13th century Gothic abbey of Sainte-Nicaise, a labyrinthine network of ancient chalk pits dating back to the Gallo-Roman era and containing a real treasure: an impressive collection of bottles 18 m underground. The visit ends with a tailor-made tasting session that will help you discover the story behind each wine.

The history of this brand begins in Épernay in 1891. A certain Auguste-Eugène created the house and his grandson acquired a vineyard. The estate, today managed by Philippe Montaudon and his son Philippe, represents 45 hectares. A few steps from the cathedral, you can discover the large cellar and the cooperage workshop where the vat room is located today. The cellars extend over two floors and the vaults are carved out of the chalk! Try the Cuvée "Classe M", an exceptional wine that will make you live great moments!

This house was founded in 1869 and is now run by the Rapeneau family. The vineyard covers nearly 170 hectares planted with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. The G.H. Martel champagne house is located a few steps from the Saint-Rémi basilica. You can visit the beautiful medieval cellars, chalk pits dug between the 4th and 15th centuries that go down to a depth of 22 meters. They are decorated with tools from the Champagne region that were used in the past to work the vines and make wine. The visit of the cellars is followed by a nice tasting.

With its 260 years of history, the Lanson House is one of the oldest in Champagne. Located not far from downtown Reims, it has become a symbol of elegance and hospitality for wine lovers around the world. Today, the Lanson style is carried by Hervé Dantan who elaborates 10 wines of an exceptional richness. A particular favorite is the "Green Label Bio" vintage, whose grapes are grown biodynamically. From the Clos Lanson, the secret garden of the House, to their unique production tool, without forgetting the cellars, you will live a memorable experience.

Founded in 1729, Ruinart is the oldest champagne house in France. Its superb three-level cellars were listed as a historic monument in 1931. The 2-hour tour will take you through the key stages in the making of Ruinart Champagne, before moving on to the reception room for an expertly guided tasting. Choose two of their iconic cuvées: "R" de Ruinart, Ruinart Blanc de Blancs, Ruinart Rosé, Ruinart Millésimé, Dom Ruinart Millésimé or Dom Ruinart Rosé Millésimé.

Founded in 1785 by Florens-Louis Heidsieck, the house was absorbed in 1985 by the Rémy Martin group, which had already acquired Piper-Heidsieck a little earlier. This renowned brand owns Gallo-Roman chalk pits as well as a 25-hectare vineyard that covers only part of its grape needs. A favorite is the Blanc des Millénaires 1995, a legendary vintage made from the best Chardonnay grapes of the Côte des Blancs, which won the gold medal at the 2015 IWC!

Thanks to hard work, Alain Thiénot, a banker and broker by profession, has succeeded in becoming one of the great names in Champagne in less than 25 years. Today, the group's vineyards cover 725 ha across Champagne, Bordeaux and Languedoc. The range comprises 7 wines: Thiénot Brut, Thiénot Rosé, Thiénot Brut Vintage, not forgetting the vintage Cuvées Stanislas, Alain and Garance, as well as the iconic vintage Cuvée La Vigne aux Gamins. Find these exceptional wines at Joël Robuchon, Bocuse, Anne-Sophie Pic and Alain Ducasse.

This brand belongs to the closed circle of great champagne houses. It was named in 1867 by its founder, Maître Daubresse, a prominent figure from Reims. Created by oenologist Laurent Fedou from selected crus from the Montagne de Reims, Vallée de la Marne and Côte des Blancs regions, the range comprises 3 wines: Cuvée de la Reine (Brut, Rosé and Brut Premier Cru), Cuvée de la Sommelière and Brut Passion d'une Reine. In 1994, the Alain Thiénot Group, which ranks eighth among champagne houses, acquired the brand.

Founded in 1757, Maison Abelé 1757 was acquired by the Spanish Freixenet group in 1985. Thanks to its "maison-boutique" status, the brand is free to select the best terroirs owned by quality delivery partners for tailor-made vinification. Don't miss their remarkable range: Brut, Rosé, Blanc de blancs, Soirées Parisiennes, Brut Millésimé, Sourire de Reims Brut, Sourire de Reims Rosé. These exceptional wines have won so many awards that we've decided not to list them here!

The history of Castelnau began in 1916, in the midst of World War II. Created in honor of General Édouard de Curières de Castelnau, the brand remained in the hands of the same family until 2003, when it was bought by the Coopérative régionale des Vins de Champagne, which now brings together 149 crus from nearly 900 hectares of vines. Its cellars hold nearly 30 million bottles. Today, Castelnau Champagne remains a spearhead for its owners, who offer a range of 7 contemporary and timeless cuvées.

Daring in its purest form.In 1981, Bruno Paillard embarked on his champagne adventure, at a time when no new house had been created for almost a century. Thanks to the incredible diversity of its vineyards and an inimitable style that oscillates between purity, minerality and vinosity, the house produces extraordinary multi-millésimés and vintage wines. Through its mastery of time in all its nuances and its love of art, the house offers its enthusiasts the finest of gifts: a journey into the memory of Champagne and a taste of its genius.

It was Apolline Henriot who created this famous brand of champagne in 1808. Very early on, this House built a solid reputation in France and abroad. From the extraordinary terroirs it cultivates, very beautiful cuvées come out, like this Blanc de Blancs with its stunning freshness and beautiful notes of white fruits. The Brut Rosé also makes a lasting impression with its intense fruitiness. These wines are served in the greatest restaurants (Hôtel Meurice, Hôtel Plaza Athénée, Restaurant Senderens, Restaurant Pierre Gagnaire, Hédiard, etc.).

With over 3 million bottles shipped worldwide each year, Champagne Louis Roederer is one of the appellation's leading names. It is also one of the few remaining independent brands, in the hands of the same family for two centuries. Today, Roederer is also Deutz for champagnes in France, two other brands in California, including Roederer Estate, the great Delas trading house in the Rhône Valley, Ott in Provence and a few châteaux in Bordeaux. You won't be able to resist their absolutely majestic Cuvées Brut Nature 2009 and 2012!

Veuve Clicquot invites you to explore its mythical and prestigious cellars, to visit the heart of the Champagne vineyards, its history and its exceptional heritage. Take a tour of the cellars at Les Crayères, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, take a stroll through the vineyards, enjoy a Rosé picnic in the Parc du Manoir de Verzy or have lunch on the sunny terrace of the brand-new Café Clicquot. Choose the experience that suits you best from a range of guided tours followed by tastings.

In the world of Krug, the individuality of each parcel and its wine is perfectly respected. Since 1843, thanks to its unconventional vision and unrivalled expertise, this prestigious House has been crafting extraordinary wines that can be found in the world's finest palaces. You'll fall in love with Clos du Mesnil, one of the most sought-after bottles on the planet. While more than one connoisseur dreams of it, the estate is - alas! - only in private.

Created in 1730, under the reign of Louis XV, Chanoine Frères is the second oldest brand in the Champagne region. Today, the brand belongs to the Lanson-BCC group. The people of the House have at heart to keep and to emphasize the typicity of the Champagne grape varieties. Authentic and generous, the 6 wines of the range are synonymous with pleasure. Do not miss their 2015 vintage. Its charming nose and its aromas of quince jelly will delight the connoisseurs. A special mention for the Réserve Privée, a wine of character as we like them.

Founded in 1947, this House has always been driven by a taste for excellence and hedonism. The vineyard covers 415 ha and is cultivated using sustainable viticulture methods, from vine training to waste management. A particular favorite is the Grands Terroirs 2015 and the Rosé Soléra, an astonishing wine with a unique taste of red fruit and spices. The House also owns Domaine du Chalet, a family home with the air of paradise on earth, immersing you in an intimate and reassuring atmosphere. Wines not to be missed!