Independant Family Vineyards
To fully appreciate why Champagne is synonymous with the world's best sparkling wine, consider visiting a family run vineyards, where we will arrange visits and tastings according to your taste preferences. Small grower vineyards offer an opportunity to see the entire wine making process and pick up some pointers on how to identify various styles, grape varieties, methods of production, regional differences, how to store and serve, and discover "your style"in a casual setting on a family estate. One of our most popular ways to understand food pairing is on a full day tour vineyard visit with summer picnic or sit down lunch.
Champagne's Legacy of Excellence
Champagne is renowned worldwide not only for its deep-rooted traditions but also for its exceptional sparkling wines. Home to nearly 16,000 winegrowers, the area's commitment to quality and meticulous production techniques sets the standard in sparkling wine production.
Our Vineyard Classifications
We have carefully categorized the more than 150 vineyards we collaborate with, into three groups to visit:
Artisanal & Premier Cru
Explore vineyards where artisanal methods, deeply rooted in heritage and personal dedication converge, offering a glimpse into the rich traditions and meticulous craftsmanship of family-owned estates.
Prestige & Grand Cru
Discover vineyards working with top rated grapes, and renowned for their exceptional vintages. These celebrated estates are known for their rigorous attention to detail that produce globally acclaimed wines.
Exclusive Vineyards
Enjoy a bespoke experience that allows direct interaction with winemakers & experts. These exclusive visits offer insights into the vineyards' philosophies and techniques, complete with the opportunity to taste unique cuvees and discuss winemaking practices in a casual setting.
Innovations in Viticulture
Artisanal producers in Champagne are increasingly embracing organic and biodynamic farming techniques, driven by a desire to achieve the best possible expression of their vineyards. This movement towards sustainable practices contributes to the overall quality of the Champagne produced, as healthier vines yield better grapes, resulting in more refined and complex sparkling wines.
Visit a Tresors de Champagne Vineyard
The association Tresors de Champagne consists of winemakers dedicated to producing high-quality Champagne. Members are required to adhere to strict standards, including producing their wines entirely from grapes grown in their own vineyards. They are required to successfully pass two blind tastings at the still wine stage before bottling and again after 3 years aging, by a jury of independent wine professionals in order to remain members. This ensures that each bottle meets the high expectations synonymous with the Champagne name. The 'Special Club' designation is awarded to Champagnes from particularly outstanding vintage years. This accolade is not only a mark of superior quality but also reinforces Champagne's reputation as the producer of the finest sparkling wines in the world.