Wines and spirits Champagne-Ardenne

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!

In this village bordering Burgundy, with its pretty stone-built lanes and many impressive porches, we come across this house offering a fine range of champagnes made in the family, with an annual production of some 35,000 bottles. 7 fine, chiselled wines to discover. Enough to satisfy all tastes for a very interesting price/quality ratio. Not to mention their coteau-champenois, a real treat for the palate!

This family business is currently managed by Didier Goussard, oenologist, and Jean-Claude Dauphin. Their Champagne Brut Tradition is a 100% pinot noir cuvée that will be the perfect accompaniment to traditional dishes and local cuisine. The Champagne Brut Prestige (60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir) is perfect for an impromptu aperitif. A favorite is the Brut Rosé, with its aromas of candied fruits and its sweet and fresh flavors. A little jewel!

Today, Isabelle and her husband Michel run the estate, preserving the family tradition. This new generation of winegrowers has focused on exports (over 60% of total sales). Their 11-hectare vineyard is cultivated with a truly eco-responsible approach, using as few chemicals as possible. The grape varieties planted are predominantly Pinot Noir (80%). The wines faithfully reveal the imprint of their terroirs. Hats off to the Brut Nature and its aromas of rhubarb marmalade.

The brand was created in the early 1970s, inspired by the name of the ^18th-century seigneur of Les Riceys: the Marquis de Pomereuil. Elegance and character: the house's range includes the Cuvée des Fondateurs, a blend of 2/3 Chardonnay and 1/3 Pinot Noir. Champagne Marquis de Pomereuil also produces two champagne rosé cuvées, Rosé des Riceys and coteaux-champenois. Special mention goes to the coteaux rouge, with its fruity, supple and slightly woody aromas.

If you'd like to discover the world of champagne in a fun, original and immersive way, then join us behind the scenes at Domaine Morel for an unforgettable "Champagne Gaming" experience, a far cry from traditional tours. In teams of 2 to 10 players, go in search of clues and pass the tasting tests to free the bottle! At the same time, you can discover their range of champagnes, a ratafia and a rosé from Les Riceys, both convivial and full of character. An address not to be missed!

The Jacques Defrance estate, located in the heart of the Côte des Bar, has been producing an exceptional range of wines since 1867, including the famous Les Riceys rosé. Since 1988, Christophe Defrance, at the head of the vineyard, has undertaken a reasoned culture that respects biodiversity. All the soils of the domain are mechanically cultivated. And since 2017, the estate is certified Terra Vitis and more recently HVE level 3. A favorite is the Natives cuvée and its notes of mirabelle plum and pear.

We love the charm of this beautiful property and it is in the company of the master of the place or his wife that we will see the 17th century cellars and the traditional wine press. The vineyard represents 8.7 hectares, mostly planted with pinot noir, 10 ares being devoted to chardonnay and 20 ares to pinot meunier. For the tasting, the Wenner couple is pleased to share with us their daily life as harvester-manipulants and to let us discover their vintages: Brut Tradition, Champagne Réserve, Vintage 2014, Champagne Rosé, Rosé des Riceys...

On this estate, a visit to the estate is always accompanied by a member of the family. The family has been involved in winegrowing for a long time. They first became involved in the business in the 1960s/1970s, when the city of Troyes was expanding towards Montgueux. Tradition, passion and terroir are the watchwords of the house, where the vines have been cultivated using sustainable methods for the past 15 years. The 7-hectare vineyard is located exclusively in Montgueux. Don't hesitate to visit the estate to find out more about the wines.

Isabelle Corniot welcomes you at this address to tell you the story of the vineyard of Montgueux and that of this 7 ha confidential production. She will make you discover the different vintages of the range, among which l'Intemporelle and Les Simmonés that we distinguished for their roundness and their elegance. Isabelle will also be your hostess if you stay in one of her 3 gites installed in typical houses of the Champagne vineyard.

In this house on the outskirts of the village, the 22-hectare vineyard has been cultivated for over two centuries, respecting tradition. The range is truly beautiful and full of nuances. You'll love their champagne rosé, made from pinot noir maceration, and the cuvée Blanc de Noir Millésime 2006, a 100% pinot noir with excellent ageing potential, which you'll enjoy with foie gras terrine and gingerbread crumble.

Just outside the village of Baroville, you'll find this beautiful brand, which operates 110 hectares of vines. No fewer than 50 winegrowers have joined forces to bring this wine cooperative to life. It takes its name from the association of the first letters of the names of the three villages it represents: Baroville, Fontaine and Arconville. The house wines are sensational and deserve to be known. A particular favorite is the cuvée Un Voyage dans nos coteaux, as well as their wine tourism activities. De Barfontarc also offers a comfortable gîte. A real pleasure!

The vineyard extends over 13 hectares on a magnificent south-east-facing slope planted with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. The winery practices integrated viticulture, preserving the natural balance of its soils. No chemical fertilizers, insecticides or anti-rot agents are used. It produces only traditional vintage champagnes, and ages its wines in oak barrels, respecting their natural acidity (malolactic fermentation is not systematic). If you like wines of great purity, then this is the house for you.

You'll be greeted by a smiling, relaxed welcome before beginning your guided tour. The tour takes you from the winery to the beautiful vaulted cellars, decorated with old tools, to gain a better understanding of the work from vine to wine. This harvester-manipulator runs a 12-hectare vineyard, 8 hectares of which he produces himself. In the new reception room, with its lovely view over the village, we talk in greater detail about the range of champagnes on offer. A particular highlight is the Cuvée "3J", only available in a limited edition of 3,500. Don't miss it!

A family-run business, Champagne Cristian Senez introduces visitors to its prestigious wines and working methods. In a beautiful vaulted room, tastings give you the opportunity to talk about the quality of the champagnes and the history of the house. The range boasts an impressive number of cuvées, including Carte Blanche, Cuvée Angélique, Cuvée Renoir, Brut Nature, Cuvée des Filles, Cuvée Evénementielle, Rosé de Saignée Millésimé and Brut Millésimé. Please note: accommodation is available at the gîte in Saint-Usage, a village adjacent to the estate.

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.

Established in Ville-sur-Arce for 5 generations, this traditional family business works its vineyards with rigor, meticulousness and passion. A warm welcome awaits you on arrival. After a tour of the estate and its facilities, you'll have the pleasure of discovering their range of 14 hand-crafted wines and tasting some of them. Our favorite is the Cuvée Louis Aristide, a pinot noir Solera made from 18 years of blending since 1995. Epic!

The house's vines, planted in the late ^19th century, enabled Marcel Vézien to create his own champagne in 1956. The cuvée Effervescence 56 bears witness to this. Today, the house boasts some twenty hectares. The range bears highly poetic names: Secret d'Éclairés, Lumière de l'Aube, Nuit de Rubis, Celles que j'aime, Terre d'Artistes and Souvenir d'Ancêtres. We've also fallen in love with their well-crafted rosé des Riceys, ratafia and marc de champagne. With them, cultivating the "home-made" spirit really pays off!

Founded in 1974, Michel Furdyna's champagne estate cultivates 8 hectares planted with 90% pinot noir, 6% chardonnay and 4% pinot blanc. These independent winegrowers offer a very fine range of 10 champagnes, original, gourmet and often award-winning. A real favorite is the "Les Vieux Millésimes" collection, the oldest of which dates back to 1966. These deep, complex wines have a striking aura. The Cuvée Secrète, blended with pinot noir, chardonnay, pinot blanc, pinot meunier, arbane and petit meslier, should not leave you unmoved either!

Daughter of a harvester-manipulator and a harvester-manipulator herself, Brigitte Baroni set up her own winery in 1980. She manages a 2.5 ha vineyard located in Celles-sur-Ource, Landreville and Viviers-sur-Artaut, producing around 20,000 bottles a year. Its range includes Champagne Brut Tradition and Rosé de cuvaison. On the tour, you'll discover a traditional working method, with a wooden press and bottles lying on laths.

In the heart of the Côte des Bar, the Manoir Champagne Devaux team welcomes you in an authentic and prestigious setting. The visit of the domain is proposed to you in free access, to discover the Champagne appellation and the elaboration of its wine, in the greenhouse and the impressive dovecote. You also have the possibility to taste the champagnes or the rosé of Riceys in the store. Finally, you can book your chic champagne picnic or the tasting workshop of your choice. A place conducive to sharing delicious moments!

In the heart of the Arce Valley, this "winegrower's house" has been affectionately renamed "La Maison" by its cooperative winegrowers, because unity is strength. Throughout the year, they love to welcome guests and share the secrets of their craft and their model. Cuvée Première is our signature cuvée. With its fine bubbles and straw-yellow color, this great wine with floral and spicy notes is THE cuvée for spontaneous pleasure!

We began with a tour of the traditional wine press, the vat room and the cellar, followed by a tasting of brut and rosé champagne. All the while, we got to know the house: 12 ha of vines, including 6 ha for our own production. A vast range, of which Tradition, Réserve, Rosé, Cuvée Dame Nesle and Cuvée Prestige are the flagships. Maison François Brossolette champagnes are authentic and sunny.

Located in Neuville-sur-Seine, Maison Philippe Prié, whose winemaking origins date back to 1737, is an emblematic Champagne address. With fervor and passion, these virtuosos craft more than a dozen remarkable wines, some of which have captured our souls, such as the floral Cuvée Écriture, or the surprising Cuvée Oro, with its notes of caramel and blood orange. Coeur d'Ébène, with its woody, caramel and vanilla notes, is not to be outdone, not forgetting Alba, with its notes of elderberry, acacia and honeysuckle. Mythical.

This champagne house, founded in 1951, bears an aristocratic, medieval name. Know-how and state-of-the-art technology coexist here. The house wines age for at least three years before showing their beautiful color and fine bubbles. As for the Millésimes, they rest for five to six years. Comfortably seated in the cellar, you can taste the Clérambault cuvées, Tradition with its aromas of ripe fruit, Rosé version of red fruit, Carte Noire Brut and the Millésimes. Extra-Brut and Rosée de Saignée are also available.

A true visionary, Jean-Pierre Fleury began working his vineyard in biodynamic methods in 1989. In 1992, he converted his entire vineyard to this philosophy, which favors the cultivation of the living and takes into account the movement of the stars. Today, three of his children have taken over the Fleury galaxy, still placing innovation at the heart of their actions. The domain produces sensational wines that are often awarded with numerous medals. Epic!

Created in 1956, this wine cooperative, which at the time grouped together 22 winegrowers, is very close to Colombey-les-Deux-Églises and its cross. Today, the vineyard covers 120 hectares of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. It is under the name of Charles Clément that this winery is labelled. And for those who can't come to the winery, an online shop is now available on the domain's website. See you on site for a friendly welcome and a sparkling tasting!

At Champagne Drappier, the vineyard has been the soul of the family since 1808, with a 75-hectare estate including 40 hectares in Urville, where Pinot Noir dominates (70%), but Chardonnay and Meunier are also present. The house prides itself on cuvées with no added sugar or sulfites, which are still quite rare in the Champagne appellation. The house offers an impressive number of cuvées, including our favorites: Blanc de Blancs Signature, Grande Sendrée rosé, Brut nature, Brut nature sans soufre, Brut Nature Rosé and Quattuor. Heavenly!

Come and discover the secrets of the manufacture of the Ardennese bubbles in this cidrerie of the small village of Lalobbe. After a visit to the estate and its orchards, you can taste different varieties of sweet drink like the Merry (between crude and half-dry), Flatter (half-dry), the Intense (a little more alcoholic), the Poiré or even the Frênette, a non-alcoholic alcohol made from hops made of hops, chicory and ash leaves. At the shop you will also find typical fruit juices and spirits from the region: ratafia of cider, pepper or cherry and the Ardennos, cider spirits. How to extend the fun at home!

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.

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.

Established in Les Riceys since 1830, harvesters and handlers from father to son for 4 generations, the Morize family is committed to respecting the artisanal tradition of wine making. A welcome with a smile! You enter a vast courtyard surrounded by pretty buildings and extended by a park, before going down to exceptional cellars of the 11th and 12th century, and, to finish in a tasting room where you can appreciate white and rosé champagne, rosé of the Riceys, Champagne hillsides.

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.

Growers from father to son for 6 generations, the motto of the winemakers is "Passion, know-how and tradition". Their wines are imbued with these strong values and have won numerous awards. The tasting room is remarkable for its intimate atmosphere. The Blanc de Noirs, named Cuvée de Réserve, is a 100% pinot noir that will sublimate a carpaccio of langoustines, sushi, or delicious scallops with butter.