Champagne Louis Roederer, Refined and Exceptional Champagnes.

Roederer champagne possess a magnificent range of finest Blanc de Blancs and Vintage wines too. Looking through their catalogue over the years it would seem that there is very little that this distinguished Champagne House cannot do.

Add all this culture and history to a very picky production method – one which carefully picks the best grapes and treats them with green fermenting techniques – and you have the makings of a Champagne company which are set to be around for a long time yet.

Louis Roederer: An Extraordinary Journey into the Elegance of Champagne

Welcome to the captivating world of Louis Roederer, one of the last great independent family Champagne houses. Founded in 1833 by the visionary aesthete and entrepreneur Louis Roederer, this House embodies a tradition of excellence, passion and innovation in the art of champagne making. Follow us through the decades, where each generation has contributed to the building of an iconic brand.

Legacy and Vision

Discover how Louis Roederer, heir to the House in 1833, shaped an exceptional destiny by enriching his vineyard and controlling each stage of the wine-making process. Explore his patient vision, his love of tradition and the passion for the future that have defined the unique style of the House.

A Great Wine is Born from the Earth

Explore Louis Roederer's philosophy that great wine draws its strength from the earth. Immerse yourself in the history of the creation of the first “prestige vintage” in 1876, the legendary “Cristal”, which has since embodied the very essence of the House’s excellence.

Renaissance in the 1920s

Discover how Léon Olry Roederer, succeeding Louis, redefined the House in the 1920s by creating the magnificent Brut Premier, a balanced wine of perfect quality. Let yourself be immersed in the era when the House was marked by the passion and remarkable energy of Camille Olry Roederer.

From Passion to Innovation

Meet Jean-Claude Rouzaud, grandson of Camille, an oenologist and agronomist who has preserved the integrity of the estate. Explore his inspired work of reconsolidating the vineyard and his contribution to the evolution of the personality of the House.

The Seventh Generation

Immerse yourself in the current era where Frédéric Rouzaud, son of Jean-Claude, represents the seventh generation at the head of the House. Discover how Maison Louis Roederer, still independent and family-run, ships three million bottles of champagne around the world every year.

The Vine and the Terroir

Explore the way the House works the vines, adapting the care necessary for each plot to harvest grapes of exceptional maturity. Discover the visionary intuition of Louis Roederer which led to the purchase of 15 hectares in the Grand Cru of Verzenay in 1845, laying the foundations of an exceptional estate.

Precision Viticulture

Discover how the choice of care adapted to different soil profiles and the practice of tailor-made viticulture make it possible to achieve an exceptional level of grape maturity. Immerse yourself in the diversity of Champagne terroirs where Chardonnay, Pinot noir and Pinot Meunier coexist harmoniously.

Louis Roederer Collection

Explore the exceptional range of the House, from the style freedom of the Collection to the unique expressions of Brut Premier, Carte Blanche, Vintage, Cristal and Cristal Rosé. Each vintage is the result of meticulous know-how and unrivaled qualitative ambition.

Louis Roederer - Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: What makes Maison Louis Roederer unique in Champagne?
A: Maison Louis Roederer stands out as one of the few to produce all its vintages from its own vines, a unique approach in Champagne which guarantees total control of the quality of the grapes.

Q: What is the House’s viticulture philosophy?
A: Maison Louis Roederer practices precision viticulture, adapting the care necessary for each plot to exploit grapes of exceptional maturity while respecting biodiversity and the principles of biodynamics.

Q: How long do iconic vintages like Cristal age?
A: Cristal ages for 6 years in the cellar and rests for 8 months after disgorging, thus creating absolute harmony and exceptional quality.

Q: How does the House ensure the diversity of terroirs in its vintages?
A: Maison Louis Roederer seeks diversity in terroirs, vintages, plots and grape varieties, thus ensuring a rich palette of possible creations. Specific purchases of selected locations are an essential condition for the evolution of the House.

Q: How important is the choice of grape varieties in the Louis Roederer range?
A: The three historic Champagne grape varieties, Chardonnay, Pinot noir and Pinot Meunier, coexist on the estate. Each contributes in a unique way to the harmony and expression of the different vintages of the House.

Q: How does Maison Louis Roederer combine tradition and innovation?
A: The House combines tradition and innovation by preserving artisanal methods while adopting modern techniques to express the richness and diversity of the terroirs in each champagne vintage.