Discover Our Champagne Vineyards & Wine Tastings
Welcome to an exclusive vineyard tour where Moët & Chandon reveals the natural treasures of Champagne's most celebrated terroirs. Explore the region's largest network of underground chalk cellars and savor exceptional Grand Vintage sparkling wines in an immersive journey from vine to glass.
Today Moët & Chandon will reveal the extreme care taken by the House to preserve biodiversity, as well as the precious ecosystems of our vineyards and soils where Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Meunier thrive to create our exceptional sparkling wines. To book a winery tour at Moët & Chandon, advance reservations are required for all experiences.
Wines tasted:
Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Blanc
Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage Rosé
Price:
235€ per person
Languages:
English or French
Other languages available by privatizing the visit
Duration:
2 hours 30 minutes
Discover the Natural Richness of Our Terroirs
You will begin your journey in a private lounge where you will enjoy Moët & Chandon's warm hospitality before embarking on a biodiversity walk through our vineyards, where Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Meunier grapes flourish in harmony with nature.
After a few minutes' drive in Epernay, you will enter the gates of Fort Chabrol, a historic research and training center normally closed to the public where, exceptionally, exclusive visits are permitted. There, you will learn more about the House's commitment to sustainability through the Natura Nostra program for biodiversity.
As you walk deeper into the Moët & Chandon vineyards, your ambassador will reveal the secrets of the terroir. Listen, smell and observe the diversity of our Champagne vineyards! Your sensory journey will later culminate in a seated tasting of exceptional Grand Vintage wines.
Back to Épernay: Underground Cellars & Wine Tastings
The mysterious virtues of chalk
Discover the largest cellars of the region, a spellbinding labyrinth where time seems to stand still. Here, in the cool quiet of the chalk tunnels, you will enjoy a seated tasting of exceptional vintages.
A Memorable Grand Vintage Tasting
The exceptional experience comes to a culminating conclusion with a comparative tasting of the current Grand Vintage and Grand Vintage Rosé. These two splendid wines, crafted from Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay blends, reflect the Cellar Master's interpretation of an exceptional year. For a more exclusive occasion, upgrade to a private tour with advance reservations to guarantee your seated tasting slot.
Plan Your Vineyard Tour
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Group size: 4 people per visit
Age policy: children under 10 are not permitted
Pre-booked tours led by our guides followed by a guided tasting. The tour of the cellars is by foot. For a private tour, contact us at visites@moet.fr
COMING TO ÉPERNAY
MOËT & CHANDON
20 avenue de Champagne, 51200 Epernay, France
- By car: 1 hour 30 min. from the Paris Périphérique ringroad via the A4 motorway
- By train: 1 hour 20 min. from Paris Gare de l'Est to Epernay station Moët & Chandon is a five-minute walk from the station.
OPENING HOURS : 9:30 AM to 5:00PM
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How much does wine tasting cost?
Moët & Chandon experiences range from 75€ for seated tastings to 235€ per person for private vineyard tours with Grand Vintage pairings.
What is a vineyard tour?
A vineyard tour combines walking through Champagne's terroirs and historic chalk cellars with a guided tasting of the House's exceptional cuvées.
What should you wear on a vineyard tour?
Smart-casual layers and comfortable walking shoes are ideal for exploring both outdoor vineyards and cool underground cellars.
What makes the best wine tasting experiences?
The best wine tasting experiences combine education with sensory discovery. At Moët & Chandon, our guided tastings feature expert commentary on terroir, winemaking techniques, and the unique characteristics of each vintage, all while enjoying exceptional Grand Vintage wines in our historic chalk cellars for an unforgettable sensory journey.
How far in advance should I book?
We strongly advise booking several months ahead, particularly during peak summer months and weekends when tours fill up quickly. Our cellar experiences have limited capacity with professional guides, so advance reservations through our online system guarantee your preferred date and time for the ultimate Moët & Chandon visit.
Is the vineyard tour wheelchair accessible?
Yes, our cellar tours are fully wheelchair accessible with dedicated lifts and special entrances designed for guests with mobility needs. All tour routes through our historic cellars accommodate wheelchairs, ensuring everyone can experience our champagne heritage comfortably.
What happens if weather conditions are poor?
Our cellar tours continue year-round regardless of weather conditions since they take place underground in our historic caves. Rain, snow, or wind will not affect your champagne tasting experience, allowing you to enjoy our Cabernet Sauvignon cuvées and other premium selections in the perfect climate-controlled environment of our cellars.
Can I purchase wines during the visit?
Absolutely, you can buy champagne bottles directly from our boutique located within the cellar complex. Our selection includes exclusive Moët & Chandon cuvées available only at the estate, alongside our classic range and limited editions. The boutique opens during all tour times, allowing you to take home your favorite bottles discovered during the tasting experience.
What makes Fort Chabrol access so exclusive?
Fort Chabrol remains a place reserved for staff only, making visits exceptionally rare and special. This private vineyard estate normally serves as Moët & Chandon's working research facility, where only employees typically enter the gates. Access is granted exclusively for select experiences, allowing guests to explore areas usually forbidden to the public and discover the biodiversity work conducted at this historic UNESCO World Heritage site.
Are there seasonal differences in the experience?
Tours operate year-round with consistent cellar experiences, though vineyard visits vary by season. Spring and summer months offer lush green vineyard walks, while autumn provides harvest excitement with grape picking activities. Winter tours focus primarily on underground cellar exploration and indoor tastings, maintaining the same high-quality champagne education and premium bottle selections regardless of the time of year.
What's the difference between our winery and vineyard facilities?
Our winery and vineyard encompass two distinct but interconnected experiences at Moët & Chandon. The vineyard represents our 1,190 hectares of premium Champagne terroirs where Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Meunier grapes grow in carefully tended plots across the region. The winery facilities include our production areas, blending rooms, and the world's largest network of underground chalk cellars spanning 28 kilometers beneath Épernay. During your visit, you'll explore both environments - walking through our sustainable vineyards at Fort Chabrol to understand terroir and biodiversity, then descending into our historic winery cellars where champagne ages in perfect conditions for years before reaching your glass.