Ruinart
Maison Ruinart
The first Champagne house, founded in 1729, with chalk-pit cellars listed as a historic monument and known for its Blanc de Blancs.
Ruinart was the first house to produce Champagne exclusively. Its 38-meter-deep Gallo-Roman chalk pits, shaped like a pyramid, are listed as a French historic monument. Blanc de Blancs made mainly from Chardonnay is the house's signature. A recently built reception hall and garden display contemporary art. Visitor slots are limited and prices are high (from about €80), so advance booking on the official website is essential. It is located on the east side of the Saint-Remi cellar district, about a five-minute walk from Pommery.
Opening hours
Advance booking required; usually closed Sun and Mon
Nearby sights
- Villa Demoiselle
- Pommery
- Taittinger
- Veuve Clicquot
- Basilica of Saint-Remi
- Musée Saint-Remi
- Carnegie Library of Reims
- Palace of Tau