🕯️ The secrets of the Champagne cellars: immersion in the heart of underground heritage
Dive into the Champagne cellars, is to discover one of the region's most fascinating treasures. Beneath Reims and its surroundings lies a spectacular network of caves et crayères souterraines, veritable stone cathedrals where Champagne slowly ages before being enjoyed.
These cellars, some of which were dug over two thousand years ago, offer ideal temperature and humidity conditions. They are at the heart of the Champagne expertise, where each bottle matures patiently according to methods passed down from generation to generation. Some of these chalk cellars are now listed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, particularly in the region of Reims Mountain.
Stay in a apartment in Reims provides easy access to Champagne cellar tours, offered by both major houses and smaller estates. These tours reveal the secrets of Champagne production, from fermentation to blending, often accompanied by a tasting in a unique setting steeped in history.
Cellar tours are ideal for:
- understand the soul and history of Champagne,
- Live a immersive and authentic experience,
- complete a vineyard tour,
- enrich a wine-tasting trip to Reims.
đź’ˇ Local council : don't hesitate to ask Ludivine, your host, her recommended wineries to visit, its recommendations for iconic houses or more off-the-beaten-track visits to discover the Champagne's best-kept secrets.
