Visiting the region is always so educational and fun! I typically go several times a year. Are you a first time visitor? Here are some of my tips:

It’s unlike any other wine region, with many places only available by appointment. When visiting a champagne house, it’s customary to be given an overview of their approach, including a visit to the cellars and the vineyards (if they are onsite). Expect 1-2 hours for a tour & tasting. Larger houses may offer bottles for sale at the end of your visit, while smaller ones may not.

Between vineyard visits and the cobblestoned streets, I would avoid dainty-heeled shoes. And cellars can be quite cool so you may need an extra layer, even in summer.

In addition to visting houses, there are many wonderful wine shops with hard-to-find bottles and restaurants with incredible wine lists.

tours/agents

There are organized groups or individual agents who can arrange all transportation and get you access to places not open to the public … Read More >

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houses open to the public

Many of the larger houses offer appointments you can self-book via their website… Read More >

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reims highlights

A list of my favourite spots in the unoffical capital of Champagne… Read More >

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Epernay highlights

Home to the historic Avenue de Champagne… Read More >