Champagne Joseph Perrier Raisin CoeurThere are over 15,000 wine-growers in Champagne. They own 90% of the Champagne vineyards, i.e. almost all of them. For generations, they have been the ones who create Champagne’s selection of distinctive wines.
Would you like to know more about how the grapevines are nurtured, how champagne is made or how it is bottled? Our wine producers are keen to share their expertise and passion with you. Visiting a wine-maker allows you to learn about what their work entails.
Châlons-en-Champagne is an ideal place to set off to meet local producers.
Just 15 minutes away, the 600 kilometres of the Champagne Tourist Route awaits you, and with it, numerous producers invite you to visit their cellars, to chat and share their knowledge over an enjoyable tasting.
Vigneron indépendant (independent producer) ensures the quality of their wines, from the grape to the bottle, in total self-sufficiency, while respecting the environment and the soil.
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Haute Valeur Environnementale LogoThe High Environmental Value (HVE) label guarantees that the agricultural practices used on a farm as a whole preserve the natural ecosystem and reduce the pressure on the environment (soil, water, biodiversity, etc.) to a minimum. This is a proactive approach implemented by farmers to promote best practices.
This demanding certification encourages Champagne producers to adopt sustainable practices. It is made up of 99 points around 3 main themes:
Today, over 15% of Champagne’s vineyards are certified.
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