Regions
The Champagne appellation covers approximately 34,000 hectares across five distinct sub-regions, each contributing unique character to the wines produced there.
Montagne de Reims
Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay
A forested plateau south of Reims, renowned for its Pinot Noir. The north-facing slopes produce wines of great structure and longevity. Villages such as Verzenay, Verzy, and Ambonnay hold Grand Cru status.
Vallée de la Marne
Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Following the Marne river westward from Épernay, this valley is the heartland of Pinot Meunier. The grape thrives in the clay-rich soils, producing round, fruit-forward wines ideal for early drinking.
Côte des Blancs
Chardonnay
South of Épernay, this east-facing escarpment is almost exclusively planted with Chardonnay. The chalky soils produce wines of exceptional finesse and minerality. Cramant, Avize, and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger are among its most celebrated villages.
Côte de Sézanne
Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier
An extension of the Côte des Blancs further south, producing Chardonnay-dominant wines with a slightly rounder, more generous character than their northern counterparts.
Côte des Bar (Aube)
Pinot Noir
Located in the Aube department, far to the south, this region is dominated by Pinot Noir grown on Kimmeridgian limestone — the same geology as Chablis. Its wines are increasingly celebrated for their depth and terroir expression.