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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.

Au and Arnaud Billiard, a couple of wine growers, welcome you to Bacchus. Here you can visit a magnificent museum: There is a very beautiful recovery of life in the vineyard since the beginning of the 75 th century with a model of 220 m ² in which 30 figurines of cm high. But the house is also and first of all a wine estate that produces a whole range of champagnes: Cuvée Millésime Vintage 2009 Old Vines, wine Prestige Prestige 2009, vintage vintage Vintage 2002, wine Lusus Vintage 2008 White white, Cuvée Millésime Vintage 2009 Black white, vintage Olympia Vintage 2010/2011 and cuvée Aphrodite 2010/2011. The house also offers accommodation in guest rooms (5 charming, spacious rooms where Arnaud, the owner, guarantees an absolutely healthy atmosphere, devoid of any pathogenic factor in agreement with the vocation of the healer you can enjoy during your stay; on prior agreement).

Fabienne Dourdon now runs the family business, after studying business and spending ten years abroad. The estate covers 9.5 hectares in the communes of Reuil and Troissy, with traditional grape varieties. At the end of the tour, it's time for a tasting! Our favorite is the Blanc de Blancs, made exclusively with 2007 Chardonnays. Simple, fresh and tangy, you just can't get enough of it! Especially in summer with seafood.

In Nomine Terrae. Founded in 1912, this family-run company has always been ingenious and visionary. By 2031, it aims to convert 100% of its vineyards to organic farming, and is constantly looking for ways to minimize its carbon footprint. Among the 6 wines, we're sure to fall in love with the Cuvée Réserve de la Terre, an organic champagne with a relaxed expression, and the Cuvée Vinothèque 2012, a miraculous vintage. Actor Leonardo Di Caprio recently joined the company as a minority shareholder.

The creation of this family house goes back to the 17th century, with today a vineyard of 13 ha. The vineyards are located on the hillsides of Damery, Hautvillers, Fleury-la-Rivière and especially Cumières, and have been worked under integrated pest management for over 15 years. The work, plot by plot, the vinification by small batch, in the old way, and wines which age for the most part in oak barrels. At the Geoffroy's, we like to work more particularly the red grape varieties, pinot noir and pinot meunier to elaborate champagnes of a rare quality.

Today, Vincent Laval is in charge of the family business created by his father Georges in 1971. On this estate, all the vines are grown according to the principles of organic agriculture. The different cuvées are patiently aged for 2 to 4 years in beautiful vaulted cellars that can be visited. Special mention goes to Les Hautes Chèvres, an organic Brut Nature 2013, made from old meunier vines with very low yields. A marvel to be enjoyed with warm apple foie gras. Cheers!

Between Château-Thierry and Epernay, this is an opportunity to discover the work of the vine grower, to visit the cellars, before tasting his champagne.

Founded in 1947, Champagne H. Blin is the fruit of an alliance of winemakers who sublimate the meunier grape in a way that very few can. Located in Vincelles, their 110 ha vineyard is planted with the 3 traditional grape varieties. You're sure to enjoy some wonderful tastings and moments of pleasure at this estate, whose remarkable cuvées, wines of terroir, are divided into 3 ranges: traditional, organic and prestige. Taste their wines in the cellar, at the vinothèque, on open days or in the reception and tasting area.

This family-run business manages a 13-hectare vineyard, mainly located on the southern slopes of the Marne valley.For 4 generations, the wines have been made entirely on the estate.They are blended from the 3 Champagne grape varieties. Sylvie and Régis, the owners, always take great pleasure in helping you discover their estate. The tasting is punctuated by very interesting explanations. Our favorite is the cuvée Sublimis. A 100% Chardonnay Millésime 2017 with a bright gold color that is sumptuous on a sole.

Today, Claudie, Gérard, Fabrice, Véronique, Florent and Virginie will show you around their superb estate. Starting with the 14-hectare vineyard, mainly located in Venteuil. You'll also discover the wine press, the vat room and the traditional cellar. The tour naturally ends with a cork pop to taste the famous effervescent beverage. The comparative tasting is accompanied by pink cookies for a typically Champagne moment! Our favorite is the Carte Bleue Brut, an excellent Blanc de Noirs to be enjoyed as an aperitif!

Mastery, style, character. Founded in 1974, Champagne de l'Argentaine is produced by the L'Union de Vandières wine cooperative. It currently has 180 members and a production area of 167 ha. The winery offers a fine range of wines: Brut Réserve Spéciale, Brut Blanc de Blanc, Brut Rosé, Brut Millésime and Brut Prestige. These nuanced wines allow you to discover the full diversity of the appellation. Clever, eh?

Champagne Pascal Delette's vineyards cover 7 ha and are managed using integrated viticulture methods. Today, Yves Pascal and his son Sébastien run the estate, crafting authentic, generous cuvées. Our favorite is Cuvée Brut Rosé: a champagne blended from 65% meunier, 12% coteaux-champenois rouge and 23% pinot noir. A perfect match for a strawberry tart dessert. Their Prestige Millésime Brut is lively, with fine bubbles. It will work wonders with oily fish.

This family business operates a 9 ha vineyard with a predominance of black grapes. In the range of the House, the Champagne Brut illustrates this dominant: champagne of all the moments, it is perfect with the aperitif. The Cuvée Brut de Brut is a more mature champagne. Natural, it will delight the purists. The plus ? The House does not only offer you a glass, but also a place to stay, with a comfortable gîte also located in the village of Baslieux-sous-Châtillon.

In 1825, Joseph Perrier founded Maison Joseph Perrier Fils et Cie and set it up in Châlons-sur-Marne on the route de Fagnières. Since its creation, the company has grown in size. The picturesque cellars are carved out of a chalk hill over more than 3 km long and, surprisingly, there are no stairs to climb down! Cut into the hillside, you enter on the same level. The vineyards are located in the best Champagne crus, including Hautvillers. 23 hectares ideally situated on hillsides bordering the Marne, give birth to truly sumptuous wines.

Here, at the Saint-Julien farm, the gourmets of vegetables and other products grown in biodynamie are savoured. At the same address, the L'Achillea boutique offers dietetic and natural products, such as; honey, squash or potimarrons, or many homemade jams, thanks to the fresh products of the Saint-Julien farm grown in Sarry.

Perfectly maintained, this magnificent residence opens its doors to distinguished guests. The museum, installed in the old cellar, illustrates the history, the know-how and the spirit of the house. Today, the brand exploits a vineyard of more than 100 hectares. The champagnes are matured in pits of nearly 10 km, dug on 3 levels. Numerous champagne vintages are offered by the house in 3 different collections. Unfortunately, the cellars cannot be visited, except in the form of a virtual visit which remains nevertheless fascinating!

After watching a film about the vineyard and the production of champagne, you will visit the 18th century cellars. The amateurs have one hour to discover this family house which, for the elaboration of its wines, obtains from many wine growers of the region. The range unveils several cuvées: Brut, Premier Cru, Rosé, Tradition and Vintage, which we will distinguish for its light golden color, its blossoming nose with notes of pastry, gingerbread and dried fruit. Fantastic!

Champagne Leclerc Briant respects the tradition of the art of winegrowing and winemaking, while innovating and positioning itself on the niches of the future. The house cultivates 10 hectares of vineyards spread between the Montagne de Reims and the Marne Valley and in famous crus: Hautvillers, Cumières, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Bisseuil... Indeed, this house is a domain in Biodynamy, which guarantees quality wines. Its range is "three times", as it indicates itself: the classics, the plot selections and the specialities.

Since 2017, Maison Boizel has been welcoming champagne lovers to its Atelier 1834, a contemporary space dedicated to the discovery of its different cuvées and its history. Thanks to the fine knowledge of the Champagne terroir acquired by each generation, the House vinifies grapes from the best vintages, which are essential to elaborate the great cuvées. In the vineyard, as in the cellars, the choices closest to nature, the most protective of the aromas, have always been privileged, in search of the balance and the expression of the wines.

Winegrowers from father to son for 5 generations, these passionate craftsmen run a 9-hectare vineyard planted on the slopes overlooking Épernay, the champagne capital. The house produces top-quality wines, including Cuvée 7C and a white coteaux-champenois from a perpetual cuvée launched in 2015. You'll also fall for Cuvée Congés 2012, a pure meunier of rare elegance. Whatever your choice, each of their wines is literally worth the detour. Cheers!

In this 20 hectare vineyard which extends over Oger, Mesnil-sur-Oger, Aube and the Côte des Bar, Vincent perpetuates the know-how of his grandfather and father. During the visit, you will discover the history of the family and the evolution of the techniques by exploring the chalk pits, the cellars and the winery. At each step, we navigate with pleasure between tradition and modernity. The range is very rich and the wines are suitable for all occasions. I especially like the Blanc de Blancs. Its freshness and citrus notes will delight you, especially with oysters!

Close to the city hall, Chai Léon offers a large selection of champagnes, burgundies, clarets and wines from all over France. A nice selection to discover, very cheap wines and great vintages. There is something for everyone. As for champagnes, the choice extends from the Côte de Blancs to the Montagne de Reims, passing through the Vallée de la Marne and the Côte des Bar, from brut to vintage, in all sizes: magnum, fillette, quarts..., very nice ideas, to offer or to taste to please yourself!

This family-run business, founded in 1923, is now run by the third generation. Corinne and Alain love to share their craft and their terroir in the southern Côte des Blancs. Their vines are all Premier Cru. After discovering the range: Brut 100% chardonnay, Extra-Brut 100% chardonnay, Rosé, Grande Réserve, Millésime. If you opt for the 3-hour tour, you'll be introduced to oenology through fun, hands-on exercises. A fascinating experience!

In Ecueil, we discover with pleasure the superb vineyards of the House. Élodie, the mistress of the place, and her husband Fabrice perpetuate with good humor the know-how of this house with feminine energy. Their nine hectares of vines produce very fine wines, whose robust, round and complex style, typical of the region and its star, the pinot noir, is a perfect match for red meats. The couple has also opened a champagne bar and superb guest rooms.

The right taste.Since 1847, this family-run business, certified HVE level 3, has maintained a very special relationship with its vineyards. Thanks to their in-depth understanding of the terroir and their perfect mastery of winemaking processes, Raphaël and Vincent, passionate winemakers, have quickly established themselves in Champagne and throughout the world as true goldsmiths whose creations are in great demand. Their credo: gentle, natural winemaking for chiselled, expressive wines. Our favorite is the Cuvée Mailly Champagne Grand Cru, which leaves us speechless..

Lam and Philippe Paques run a 12 ha vineyard, classified as Premier Cru in Rilly-la-Montagne. A short visit will allow you to discover the press, the vat room and the vaulted cellars. Here, the riddling is still done manually!

We have a particular fondness for the Cuvées Carte Rouge (50% pinot noir and 50% chardonnay) and Carte d'Or, a fruity and supple brut without year. A nod to the Cuvée Origine, an exceptional vintage cuvée from the finest vines. This head of the cuvée, composed mainly of chardonnay, is aged on lees in oak barrels for 6 months.

Founded in 1929 and owned by 25 winegrowing families, Mailly Grand Cru is one of the few mono Grand Cru estates in Champagne, located exclusively in the Mailly area. Barrel ageing, parcel-by-parcel vinification and Champagne rosé de macération are the hallmarks of a respected ancestral tradition. The range includes the prestigious Cuvée Blanc de Pinot Noir, as well as the cuvée parcellaire Les Échansons, a vintage cuvée for great years only.

Founded in 1967, the house is housed in a former farmhouse. The tailor-made tour by the owner-growers can be adapted to your wishes and level of knowledge. On tasting, Maurice Dugay & Comte de Montgivroux champagnes reveal themselves to be flamboyant. The 2009 vintage and the 100% Chardonnay Cuvée Spéciale melt in our mouths. And what can we say about their ratafia or their vieille fine de la Marne? Nothing but divine! These little jewels will enhance your aperitifs with accents of terroir and good humor. Cheers!

Certified HVE, VDC, vegan and in organic conversion, the vineyard of Paul-Vincent Ariston extends today on 12 ha. The House markets wines named after one of the family's ancestors: Aspasie. The wines express the rich and atypical character of their terroirs of origin. In the range, we particularly appreciated the Brut Réserve, a powerful and well-balanced champagne and the Brut Blanc de Blancs with aromas of hazelnuts and white flowers, which can be tasted with a fresh salmon tartar and smoked salmon! It's magical!

Founded in 1885, this family-run champagne house, in love with its terroir, will always give you a warm welcome. Discover five exceptional wines and an exceptional ratafia. Our favorite is Cuvée Innocence. This extra-brut wine reveals a beautiful aromatic purity and will sublimate a seafood platter.

Champagne Lemaire Père et fils also offers you the chance to stay at Clos du Mont d'Hor in one of its beautiful guest rooms.

Carol Duval-Leroy is part of the very restricted circle of "champagne women". Set in Virtues, she took over this family home following the brutal death of her husband in 1991 and was able to give her an example of finesse and elegance. Without ever resting on his laurels, Carole had to learn to master the work of the vine, whose specific foundations she knew. She driving the house among the greatest names and made Champagne Duval-Leroy a reference. It was in 2000, with the help of its cellar chef, Sandrine Logette Jardin, that it markets the "Lady de Champagne", an alliance of the best chardonnays and the roundness of Pinot Noir, a champagne in the image of this woman to which we give freshness, liveliness and prestige.

Located in Blancs-Coteaux, Champagne Doyard-Mahé, housed in an old mill where straw was once made to protect bottles, immerses you in the winegrowing tradition. Carole and Juliette warmly welcome you for a tasting session, complete with anecdotes about the origins of the house, including a grandfather who co-founded the CIVC. A visit to the candlelit cellar and flower-filled garden in fine weather is a journey back in time, an activity that will make you appreciate the authenticity of the Champagne terroir. A place steeped in history, it's sure to delight champagne lovers.

At their estate in Châlons-en-Champagne, the ambitious owners of Maison Carbot have made their dream come true: to create their own brand as well as a museum on the history of the appellation. From the Côte des Bar to the Montagne de Reims, via the Vallée de la Marne and the Côte des Blancs, the house's five champagnes - Violette, Simon, Lily-Rose, Michelle and Pierre - reflect the complexities and richness of each Champagne terroir.

Located in the heart of the Côte des Blancs, this family-run business has been operating its vineyards for over 150 years. The warm-hearted current owner will introduce you to his philosophy, which is based on 3 key principles: sustainable viticulture, a love of Chardonnay and the maturity of the wines sought through a minimum of 36 months in the cellar. The 5 cuvées in the range have musical names. Cuvée Rhapsodie, a vintage champagne of great complexity, pleasantly surprised us. Its complexity and richness are perfect with fish in sauce.

The latest addition to Stéphane and Peggy Kikel is the Garance bakery! A gourmet place named after their daughter, it is the perfect complement to their three other establishments in the Cernay district. After the bistro-gastro, the food bar and the caterer, all that was missing was a good address to enjoy a good sourdough bread and some sweets at home. Between a rich variety of breads, original pastries and gourmet viennoiseries, you will also find some savory pleasures, something to eat well or eat on the go at lunch time, generous sandwiches well filled, savory pies and delicious truffled croques.

In his new store, former pastry chef Hagop Minassian still has a taste for good things and shares with you his passion for teas and many other delicacies. Here, the shelves are full of products that cannot be found anywhere else. Nearly 130 references of teas and herbal teas that Hagop has tasted and finely selected for the greatest pleasure of your taste buds. You will also find a wide range of oils, vinegars, jams, spreads, fruit jellies, chocolates, drinks and home-made juices, as well as specialties from Armenia, Hagop's country of origin, all of which are sure to seduce the little gourmets!

This family-run estate cultivates 7 hectares of vines that enjoy a warm, luminous exposure on the slopes of the Marne valley. The estate's emblem is a radiant sun. Here, you can visit the cellars and discover the wines through a tasting session. The entire range is beautifully crafted. The Jadis and Brut Nature Éclats cuvées are particularly appealing. The House also offers a Champagne ratafia and a Fine champenoise.

If you like the Champfleury workshop, you're going to love Cafés Miguel's downtown boutique. In this beautiful space, which combines modernity and tradition, you'll find quality products and expert advice from the roaster who's been watching over the beans for 4 generations. On the first floor, the showroom offers a wide range of coffees in bean, ground, flavored and pod form, as well as teas and all the accessories and machines you need to enjoy your coffee the way it was meant to be enjoyed. Upstairs, a wide range of machines from renowned brands such as Delonghi, Jura and Scott offer you the best quality of expression to savor every aroma.

In his day, Francis Boulard's grandfather cultivated his vineyards according to the lunar calendar. Since 2001, Francis Boulard's organic approach has been driven by the desire to produce natural, expressive champagnes that reflect the specific characteristics of their terroir of origin. To discover: an extraordinary range composed exclusively of champagnes with the same identity. Our favorite is Petrae, produced according to a principle similar to that of the solera.

The online tourist guide presents E.Leclerc Vitry-le-François, a hypermarket located on the route de Vitry en Perthois in Vitry-le-François. The hypermarket offers a range of services including in-store shopping and in-store collection. In addition to shopping services, E.Leclerc Vitry-le-François also offers a service station with different types of fuel available. The store also offers complementary services such as click and collect, a pet shop, a parapharmacy, a rental service, a free wifi connection and a photocopier. In addition, the store has a collection point for recycling glass, batteries, printer cartridges, used batteries and light bulbs. Visitors can also take advantage of the La Poste mailbox to post their mail while shopping.

Champagne Philippe Gonet is one of the finest estates on the Côte des Blancs. Now it's Chantal and Pierre Gonet's turn to breathe their vision into it: to relentlessly explore all the nuances and minerality of their favorite terroir: Mesnil-sur-Oger. The 4.5-hectare vineyard is cultivated responsibly. The Roy Soleil Grand Cru (aged 6 months in oak barrels) and Extra-Brut 3210 are two signature wines, offering freshness and length worthy of the greatest champagnes.

Welcome to this warm and friendly domain managed by Pauline and Sébastien. Their vineyard is certified HVE and VDC, two labels that guarantee the quality of their daily eco-responsible approach. A short phone call is welcome, allowing these busy harvesters and handlers to free themselves to better welcome you. The range is composed of 4 very well worked wines. Special mention to the Prestige cuvée, a fresh and syrupy wine.

A visit to this House will reveal that in 1952 Gérard Fresnet dug a cellar to make his own wines. Over time, local property acquisitions enabled him to install a new winery and press to guarantee the quality of his champagne. Today, Vincent continues the adventure begun by his father, crafting expressive wines. A particular favorite is the Brut Premier Cru, which remains in the cellar for 28 months.

As its name may suggest, 520 offers about 500 champagnes carefully selected from 120 houses and winemakers. First French ambassador of champagne in 2005 (CIVC), Pierre-Yves Cainjo explains the wines, the aromas, the owners... He also advises and talks about the selection of wines he offers, all from illustrious estates in each appellation. All the references are available individually, fresh and ready to taste.

Winner of the prize for the best traditional French baguette, Patrick Baillet continues to delight the people of Ay-Champagne! In his bakery, he offers you breads made in the pure tradition of craftsmanship from 100% French wheat and delights you with sweet and savory treats, from flaky brioche to Champagne cookies, including baillettes, an assortment of mini-sandwiches made by him. On the workshop side, a nice range of macaroons and chocolates are to be discovered, without forgetting the "Boko", good home-made dishes and desserts packaged in jars and gourmet courses for those who wish to learn pastry making!

The world of this brand, named Comtesse Gérin, is marked by the little stories that make the big ones. The bottles are dressed in the image of the noble garments of yesteryear: with pomp and meticulousness. This symbol conveys a philosophy we love: pleasure, sharing, know-how and festivities. It's easy to imagine these fine cuvées flowing thanks to the work of talented men and women. Succumb to the Grande Réserve, the Prestige Blanc de Blancs or the incendiary Rosé Sélection, sublime on a gourmet raspberry macaroon!

Here, the master winemaker is Emmanuel Pithois, and this great man loves to show you all the different facets of his profession. On a visit, he takes you into the cellar, lets you taste his clear (not sparkling) wines and tells you about the work of the vines through the seasons. He goes on to explain the wine-making process. You can extend this convivial wine tourism experience by staying in one of their pretty chambres d'hôtes.

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.

The vineyard covers nine hectares, more than half of which are located on the Sézannais hillside, and four hectares on the Vitryat hillside and Côte des Bar. As a result, the estate boasts a fine diversity of grapes and aromas, which are reflected in its wines. Discover the Brut Variance, aged for two years in our cellars, and the Cuvée Authentique, a 100% Chardonnay champagne made from old vines and aged in oak barrels. A pure delight!