Gourmet products local specialties and wines Champagne-Ardenne

In 2015, Maud began making organic and fair-trade chocolates in her workshop, to sell at trade fairs or Christmas markets. Her delicious creations are such a hit with gourmets that, in 2019, she opened her own boutique, with just as many sweet treats to discover, led by her regional specialty, champenoise strawberries soaked in champagne ratafia, but also salted butter caramel munchies, owls filled with marshmallow and lots of other fun shapes, unicorns, robots or legos... a real treat!

Mr. Angelo Cammi is one of the few 350 craftsmen assembled in the group of Taste Companions, created in 1997 by Delicious France to combine the best butcher butchers from France. They are carefully selected, they are the most active and dynamic in the profession, knowing that everyone has professional training of the mouths of mouth and, consequently, unique craftsmanship.

Placed in the place du Grand Court in Asfeld since 2004, Mr. Eddy Camus has been able to take a seat among the merchants in his city, by the quality of the meat he markets, but also by his meats productions such as the black boudin, or the crust and white boudin, two typical Ardenes specialities. His presence in farmers'markets, culinary events and regional products, where the connoisseurs are pressent in front of his stall, are a guarantee of quality. If during your trip to Asfeld the envy takes you to make arrangements of authentic products, do not hesitate to push the door of the Grand'Court butchery, the best welcome you are always reserved.

We like the warm welcome, the old press and the beautiful vaulted cellars that we find here. Unavoidable, the Horiot champagne deserves a visit for its cuvées: the special Cuvée Jean-Baptiste, a blend of mostly chardonnay and pinot noir, with its beautiful golden yellow color; its Champagne Brut Rosé, elaborated by maceration in wooden vats, with a dark color compared to a blended rosé (white+red mixed), a pretty raspberry color.

Pascal, Pierre and Aurélien Gerbais manage 14 hectares of vineyards, mainly planted with pinot noir and chardonnay, but also with meunier and a "forgotten" grape variety: pinot blanc vrai. The vines produce a fine range of Champagnes, all of which are made here in the family press: Réserve, Rosé, L'Audace, Rosé de Saignée, Coteaux Champenois Rouge, Prestige and the jewel in the crown, "l'Originale", a 100% pinot blanc Champagne, an extremely rare and astonishing wine to pack in your suitcases and impress your guests!

We arrive here in a very beautiful stone house with a square tower and vaulted cellars dating from the 17th century. It is Vincent Bartnicky who will make you discover his House and his wines. At his place, the bottles are still stirred by hand, an operation that precedes the disgorging phase. You will find 100% pinot noir champagnes or pinot/chardonnay blends. We especially like the cuvée Elegarose and the cuvée Fût de chêne, original and convivial wines.

Founded in 1862, this 7-hectare family estate has passionately cultivated a love of its terroir for several generations. Atypical and committed, Anne-Laure Beerens, the current owner, is part of this promising young generation of winemakers. Accompanied on a daily basis by Olivier Desfosse and Marie-Eve Beerens, the trio has developed a know-how of excellence to produce wines of the highest quality. Terra Vitis certified, the house cultivates 5 grape varieties, including pinot blanc and pinot gris, and offers 6 chiselled, multi-medaled cuvées.

La Belle Gabrielle is the store where the wines produced by the cooperative uniting about a hundred wine growers of the Essoyes region are sold under the name "Champagne Charles Collin", named after one of the founders. "La Belle Gabrielle" is not only the name of the establishment, but also that of one of the vintages of Charles Collin, which you can buy in this store located near the Espace Renoir. Other vintages will also delight you among the traditional vintages, the Prestige vintages and the vintage champagnes.

The Caveau des Riceys is a warm place that allows tourists or locals to take a break and discover the three AOCs of the town as well as the products made in Aube. To enhance the tastings, you can eat planks of local delicatessen and cheeses, and if you feel like it, invest in nice spittoons and embark on the adventure of oenologists. Themed evenings, oenological or otherwise, are very popular, but require registration. The tables on the terrace are a good place to rest in the middle of a stroll through the vineyards.

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This boutique is located a little away from the city centre but remains one of the troyennes specialities: almond paste stuffed candied cherries filling in champagne or kirsch marc. The chocolates, pralines and almonds are made in the laboratory of Jean-Philippe Charpot, under your eyes, except for the champagne caps and some traités garnitures. It is Martine who welcomes you and advises you. The house also offers a selection of teas, tea jellies, fruit and wine jams, as well as purple or poppy candy as once, chocolate tablets, Marianne bites to black chocolate and crushed almonds. Much of what your cocoa desires are. The 100 g of homemade chocolates cost € 7,70. And you train very easily, it is a detail that can also justify the stop.

Supermarket, at but also rôtisserie and bread deposit, Food 2000 is the fetish address of all those who have a small fill to fill. Abdel fait as someone in a warm atmosphere and the good reputation of the place has already surpassed the boundaries of the city. And to stay in the wind, the adventure continues on Facebook!

Michel Rocourt runs a 6-hectare Chardonnay vineyard exclusively in the Mesnil-sur-Oger and Vertus areas. A tour of the winery provides a wealth of information on traditional winemaking techniques, the contemporary cellar, the stainless steel vats and the pneumatic press. Visitors then have the chance to taste wines from the range. Special mention should be made of the "Grand Vintage", a beautifully mature wine. Don't hesitate to visit during the harvest, a magical time to get a behind-the-scenes look at the winemaking process!

You would almost be guillotined for not having put your nose in this artisanal distillery, unique in Champagne. A 100% Champagne single malt, Thierry Guillon dared! A visit to his new museum will reveal the secrets of making this beverage: hydrolysis, fermentation, distillation, barrel making, maturation... with the added bonus of areas dedicated to the riches of the Montagne de Reims. Then comes a professional tasting to taste the Guillon creations that you can buy in the shop.

Champagne Vincent d'Astrée is easily found with an entrance framed by two colossal statues: they represent the famous Dom Pérignon and the monk Jean Oudart (his oenologist). The house was created in 1956 and now has more than 240 families on 85 hectares of classified^1er Cru vineyards. In the great Champagne tradition, it produces a fruity champagne composed of 50% pinot meunier, 25% pinot noir and 25% chardonnay in a range of 8 cuvées.

Founded in 1879, the company initially supplied its grapes to leading champagne brands, before starting to produce its own wines in 1979. Each year, 100 tons of grapes are crushed in the traditional press, which can be admired on a tour, before moving on to the cuverie and the cellars. You can even take a tour of the vineyards planted around the Maison. The wines of the Maison are festive, joyful and convivial. Enjoy them in summer with your feet in the water, or on a cold winter's night to warm your heart.

For 5 generations, this close-knit family has handed down precious know-how, which they'll be delighted to share with you during a memorable visit. HVE-certified, the estate is part of a strong eco-responsible approach. Today, Jean-Marc and Marie-Pierre make no fewer than 14 wines, all of them round and fresh, with some very old vintages. Their favorite is the Cuvée Comte de Chenizot. Blended with 3 grape varieties and dosed in extra-brut, it will magnify your bistronomic meals and mature cheese platters.

Discover the world's largest champagne cellars, with 28 km of galleries carved out of the white chalk! The masterly guided tour takes you on a journey through the history of this house, founded in 1743 by Claude Moët, which today cultivates almost 800 ha of vineyards run by 250 winegrowers. Moët Impérial, Rosé Impérial, Grand Vintage white and rosé, Ice Impérial white and rosé in summer - here's a brief overview of the house's wide range of crus, which express all the nuances of the Champagne terroir, to be tasted at the end of the tour.

It was the Viscount de Castellane who created the red emblem that has adorned the labels of this champagne from the outset: the cross of Saint-André. To discover the treasures hidden in the cellars, you'll have to climb down the 237 steps of the nine levels of this listed monument. The estate is also home to the Musée de la Tradition Champenoise, where scenes depict the various stages in the making of Champagne wine. The Millésimé, with its lovely yellow highlights, is a particular favorite. This elegant wine, with its notes of vine peach, will delight true connoisseurs.

Located in Ludes, in the heart of the Montagne de Reims, Maison Canard-Duchêne, founded in 1868, has preserved the roots from which it draws its authentic, natural and warm character. Take a tour of part of the cellars to discover the main stages in the production of their champagnes, before popping the cork for the traditional tasting session. And if you've always dreamed of learning how to wield a saber to impress your guests, head to the century-old park surrounding the estate for an introductory saber-wielding workshop.

A rarity in Champagne, this beautiful House was founded ex nihilo by a young entrepreneurial couple with a passion for the world of wine. Through the names of their cuvées, Pauline and Guillaume revisit major themes (man, action, time and mutual aid) and invite you to set out to conquer your destiny. Our favorite is Kosmos, a delicate, floral 100% Chardonnay. The duo also founded the Bonvalet distillery, based on the principle of a circular economy. You can also spend the night in their home! A must-see!

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.

Founded in 1963, the House is today managed by Bruno, Marielle and their 2 children. Independent winegrowers, harvesters and handlers, they meticulously elaborate their wines from A to Z, in which we find all the typicity and authenticity of the Verneuil terroir. Aware of environmental issues, the House is committed to a meticulous and thoughtful viticulture thanks to a perfect osmosis between reasoned practice and ancient methods. No less than 15 champagnes extremely well worked both on the substance and on the form are to be discovered.

The hands of Pierre Trichet, who represents the^3rd generation, have become THE symbol of this House. Through his philosophy, this great winemaker seeks above all to produce round and fruity wines that will remain in memory: hand-crafted champagnes. The range reserves some nice surprises! We are sure to fall in love with Secret d'Or, a Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru made with low pressure for a light, almost airy cuvée. An enchanting wine that has benefited from a half-foam tirage that will reveal white fruit fragrances.

This wine shop offers a wide selection of champagnes, wines and spirits. Customers can make their purchases in-store. The site also offers a delivery and returns service, as well as information on payment and terms and conditions of sale. Wine and spirits lovers are sure to find what they're looking for at Inter Caves in Épernay.

Maire de Bouzy for 25 years, Georges Vesselle was also director of the vineyards, Perrier-Jouet Mumm and Heidsieck Monopole. Two of her children, Eric and Bruno, also about the vineyard, joined him in 1993. It is them that took over the family business with the death of their father in 2009. In the mountains of Reims, their vineyard extends over nearly 17 acres with grapes to Pinot Noir (90%) and chardonnay (10%). The wines are preserved in the cellars of the estate, carved in chalk with sixteen ft deep at a constant temperature of 10 °C. Welcomed on site, you can also taste the other house specialities, red Bouzy (only red Champagne wine produced) and Ratafia Liqueur.

The vineyards are spread over two terroirs: the Côte des Blancs, classified as a Grand Cru, and the Sézannais hillsides. Respectful of the environment, the vineyard uses integrated viticulture. It is with pleasure and passion that the Pertois family will show you around their facilities, including the property's cellars with their thousands of bottles of a unique cru. In fact, Maison Pertois is the only one to vinify the Grand Cru Blanc de Blanc du Mesnil.

Le Royaume des papilles has moved near the Saint-Urbain basilica, rue Pithou. It still lives up to its name. We enjoy the atmosphere of the sales staff: everything is a pretext for energizing the store and introducing us to new, tempting, top-quality products. Teas and coffees from the ends of the earth. Olive oils and other condiments to make your guests jealous. New seasonings to spice up your dishes. The grocery store ventures into fine products, sourced here and there. Exclusive distributor of Oliviers & Co condiments, this kingdom also showcases caramel babas, rice pudding and spices. It's hard not to find your very own Proust's madeleine...

Maison Grilliat is located in the heart of Aÿ. Warm and welcoming, we invite you to come and visit our cellar, winery and, of course, our legendary vines. Here, you'll discover the techniques and know-how that have been passed down through four generations. The tour continues and ends with a tasting session. You'll discover the lively and delicate Carte d'Or, which will work wonders with fruity desserts. And don't forget the Millésime 2015 Grand Cru, which will impress you with salt-meadow lamb!

Fossati and Reims is a long love story between France and Italy. A grocery store opened by Elsa and Guido Fossati in the 1970s, it is now Olivier Ramaioli who has taken up the torch. As a good epicurean, the former chef does not hesitate to cross the border to find the best of the best from our Italian friends. Mortadella from Lombardy, porchetta from Tuscany, gorgonzola from Piedmont, wine from Puglia, not forgetting panettone and nougat from Sicily, everything is Italian on the shelf! The shop also offers assortments of cold cuts, cheeses and antipasti on trays, all the ingredients for a successful aperitif!

Sophie Laluc welcomes you to her farm. Her herd consists of about a hundred goats, Saanen which give a sweet milk and Alpines whose milk is more typical and about 70 ewes. The day starts at dawn with milking, before moving on to the production in her laboratory: fresh and mature cheeses, tomme, crottin, logs but also yoghurts and faisselle... it's enough to make you goaty! Sophie also offers dry sausages, merguez, sausages, chorizo, pies... made from goat meat and lamb and kid meat in season.

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.

The Maison Fossier opened its doors in 1756 as a small artisanal biscuit factory. In 1775, its biscuits were present at the Coronation of Louis XVI in Reims, and the biscuit factory became the King's supplier. In 1845, a certain Monsieur Fossier, a baker by trade, took over the biscuit factory "Maison Mère des biscuits de Reims" and its delicacies. Today it is the only representative of the biscuit-making tradition of Reims. Also to be discovered: the Champagne shortbread, macaroons and the Charles VI, a double shortbread made with pure chocolate butter.

The Cave des Lombards is the perfect place if you are looking for a good bottle. Cédric Morizot, the owner of the place, has made a selection of champagnes and there are of course some references from the vineyards of the Sezannais hillsides. The other champagne products are not left out with the beer of Valmy, the champagne cider, the ratafia, the fine, without forgetting the old marc. The store also has a large selection of wines from other regions of France. A small delicatessen section completes the whole.

Jacques Tissier, son and grandson of winegrowers, continues the company's history, which began in 1931. On a daily basis, he manages a 5-hectare vineyard. The visit is convivial and punctuated with anecdotes. The range comprises 7 cuvées: Reflet de Terre, Éclat de Terre, Éden de Rosélis, Brut Nature, Ancestrale, Délicatessence, a haute couture Rosé de Saignée and Diogénis Blanc de blancs. You can also discover a ratafia champenois and a marc champenois. Two perfect aperitif products. Some areas are also available for private customers!

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Since 1939, on the strength of know-how inherited over 4 generations, the House of Demoizet has been making a traditional white pudding with a worldwide reputation. In addition to blood sausage, the house offers brioche, the foie gras and truffle barrel (new in 2020), the tarte retheloise, but also a wide choice of local specialities such as wild boar terrine or Reims ham. There is also a selection of wines and a delicatessen section. A very good address.

Fabrice and Sylvie Tissot have made a name for themselves in Rethel thanks to the quality of the meat they sell and the service they offer their customers. The major French meat breeds are on show: Aubrac, Blonde d'Aquitaine, Limousine, for the lamb the label Agneau d'or, for the pork Champorci paille. The poultry comes from the Landes and for the end of year celebrations you will find the famous red turkey from the Ardennes. The delicatessen department is not left out. The house has made a name for itself in the gastronomic speciality of Rethel, the white pudding (plain or with onions) where it is among the best craftsmen. Other local stars are also present, such as the famous Ardennes pie and the Ardennes ham. Let yourself be convinced and try this gourmet address to discover all its gastronomic treasures, a friendly welcome will be reserved for you.

Maison Mumm has nearly two centuries of history, 25 km of cellars, a signature Pinot Noir grape variety and a strong taste for excellence. Thanks to its historic 218-hectare vineyard and sourcing from the best independent winemakers, the House produces 17 exceptional wines, including the famous Brut Cordon Rouge. With its two prestigious reception areas, Mumm takes your business events to a new dimension.

At Champagne Dom Caudron, you'll discover both a champagne-producing estate and an eco-museum retracing the trades of the vine and the making of the wines produced on site. Dom Caudron offers a range of interesting wine tourism services, including a tour of the presses, vat room and cellar. The film, narrated by André Dussollier, is well worth the detour. At the end of the tour, it's time for a tasting session, with two champagnes that reveal the full richness of the appellation.

Breeders for 5 generations, the Gambier family offers you in their Rethel shop a wide choice of meat and charcuterie from their farm in Novion-Porcien. Many specialities of the region are offered to you, starting with the white pudding of Rethel in all its variations in pie accompanied by snails, in puff pastry but also ham of Ardennes, wild boar sausage, verrines of game of the forest of Sedan, pies in Ardennes crust or still andouillette in the string... On-line sale possible.

This vast estate of 40 ha is mainly planted with pinot noir and worked in reasoned culture. The wines benefit from a minimum of 22 months of aging, and the result is very qualitative for a very good price/pleasure ratio. Discover their authentic cuvées, full of conviviality.The classics: Brut Sélection (70% pinot noir, 30% chardonnay) and Brut Rosé (70% pinot noir, 30% chardonnay).The pure ones: Brut Nature Zéro dosage (50% pinot noir, 50% chardonnay) and Brut BDB (100% chardonnay). An address not to be missed!

In addition to the French tradition, the baguette of the meadows, the carpenter bread… we also find here the Syracuse, a succulent or with pistachio. Hum!

Philippe Simon is the fourth generation of winegrowers to run the estate. Here the specificity is the elaboration of an authentic blanc de blancs champagne, with a research of the taste and the aromas of the grape. This research is expressed through five beautiful vintages: Rosé, Extra Brut, Prestige, Brut Brut and Premières Saveurs. The house gives tours of its traditional cellars, the press, the vats and explains the know-how. If you wish to extend your stay, the gîte "Les chambres des Valentines", in Cramant, is at your disposal!

Founded in 1859, the Domaine has recently given itself a facelift with a new cellar and a large parking lot to welcome visitors. The welcome is synonymous with good humor. On the champagne side, a special mention goes to the Cuvée Excellence, the fruit of a single year's harvest and a blend of 50% chardonnay and 50% meunier. If you wish, you can also take a 90-minute ride through the vineyards in a 1974 Cadillac convertible. Emotions guaranteed!

At the top of the village of Brugny-Vaudancourt, on the family estate, Bruno and Sandrine welcome you to discover the richness of their terroir. Tours are available by prior arrangement. Your guide will take you on a 90-minute tour of the press, winery and cellar. The tour ends with a tasting of our award-winning cuvées. Our favorite is the Réserve Brut. A real marvel!

This family business, run by Yannick and Éric Prévoteau, has a vineyard that extends over 12 communes! Through the visit, you will discover that from the press to the marketing, everything happens on site. In the speech, you will feel the real passion of the job! You will be able to taste a part of the range in their new reception area. Let yourself be tempted by the Carte d'Or, a Brut that blends the 3 traditional grape varieties with a generous and solar personality.

Mercier offers one of the finest tours of champagne cellars. You'll travel part of the 18 km of cellars in a small train, and then climb back up in a panoramic elevator. After the audio tour, it's time for a tasting! Depending on the package you choose, you'll discover several cuvées: Mercier Brut, Brut Rosé, Blanc de Noirs and Réserve, not forgetting the 2002, 2006 and 2010 vintages. An experience between tradition and modernity for families with young children. It's never too early to experience the magic of Champagne!

The 6.80-hectare estate produces a fine range of fruity, well-balanced champagne wines that have won over the hearts and, above all, the palates of many connoisseurs. Succumb to the Cuvée Spéciale 2007, composed of 30% pinot noir, 30% pinot meunier and 40% chardonnay. A delicious wine with interesting notes of dried flowers. Another favorite is Cuvée Brut Extra, a 50% pinot noir, 50% meunier that reveals a robust yet elegant temperament. Ideal as an aperitif or at the start of a meal.

Since 1974, the domaine has forged a solid reputation for wines of unquestionable quality. Cuvée Carte Blanche Brut, a blend of 3 grape varieties with a predominance of meunier, is a well-balanced, supple wine, with aromas of white fruit and white flowers. A perfect aperitif wine. The Cuvée Prestige is a must-taste. Dominated by chardonnay and meunier, this wine has subtle citrus and white fruit aromas, freshness and refreshing acidity.