Champagne

Champagne: The King of Bubbles

Champagne is a prestigious sparkling wine that comes exclusively from the Champagne region in northeastern France. It is renowned for its elegance, fine bubbles, and complex flavors, often associated with celebrations and luxury. Only sparkling wines produced in the Champagne region under strict regulations can be called "Champagne."

Apart from the namesake, Champagne is premium because of the traditional method (Méthode Champenoise), where secondary fermentation occurs in the bottle, creating its signature bubbles.The primary grape varieties are Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, though a few other grapes are permitted.

Indulge in the finest house Champagnes from legendary houses like Bollinger, Dom Pérignon, Louis Roederer, Krug, Ruinart, Veuve Clicquot, Moët & Chandon. Each bottle reflects centuries of tradition, craftsmanship, and the essence of Champagne’s vineyards. Alternatively, discover exclusive grower Champagnes, with the likes of Egly-Ouriet, Larmandier-Bernie, Leclerc Briant, Savart,  – small-batch, hand-crafted, family-owned treasures that showcase the passion and innovation of artisanal producers. Perfect for celebrations or gifting, our collection brings the world’s best bubbles to your doorstep.

Featured Regions

Montagne de Reims

Located at the south of Reims, it is known for its forested hills, stretching between Reims and Épernay. It is slightly cooler than other regions, with a longer growing season, which helps maintain acidity in the grapes. The key grapes are primarily Pinot Noir, though some Chardonnay and Meunier are grown. Famous Villages include Ambonnay, Bouzy, Verzy, Verzenay (known for grand cru vineyards).

Vallée de la Marne

Vallée de la Marne is one of Champagne’s five key sub-regions, known for its rolling vineyards along the Marne River, historic villages, and wines dominated by the Meunier grape. A mix of clay, limestone, and sand—warmer and more fertile than the chalk-heavy Côte des Blancs, the terroir gives Meunier its plush character. Some notable villages are Aÿ, Cumières, Dizy and Hautvillers – The "birthplace of Champagne," where Dom Pérignon once lived.

Côte des Blancs

The Côte des Blancs is the spiritual home of Chardonnay in Champagne, producing some of the world’s most celebrated Blanc de Blancs wines. Stretching south from Épernay, this region is cooler than Montagne de Reims, with a longer growing season—ideal for preserving Chardonnay’s freshness. The pure cretaceous chalk provides exceptional drainage, forcing vines to dig deep. The names need no introduction - Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Avize, Chouilly.

Côte des Bar (Aube)

The Côte des Bar is the southernmost subregion of Champagne, closer to Burgundy than Reims—both geographically and in spirit. The Kimmeridgian limestone-marl (the same as Chablis), mixed with clay, produces riper, fruit-driven Pinot Noir with earthy depth. The warmer climate enables an early harvest, and the Pinot Noir delivers darker fruit (black cherry, plum), spice, and earthy notes

Côte de Sézanne

Nestled between the Côte des Blancs and the Aube, the Côte de Sézanne is Champagne’s quiet overachiever—a region of rolling hills, affordable excellence, and underrated Chardonnay. A mix of chalk, clay, and marl, renders wines extra roundness. The climate is slightly warmer than the Côte des Blancs, leading to riper fruit flavors while retaining freshness. Many big houses source affordable Chardonnay from here for entry-level cuvées.

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