Day two of our journey through Champaign country. We stopped at TAITTINGER for tasting. Blown…read moreaway...the tour of the facility, excellent, the gift shop...yes, promised myself would not buy anything...but did. The presenter was nothing less than fantastic...explaining in detail the various Champaigns and the process. We were merged with another group to increase the numbers but were not loss in the crowd. When visiting France, Paris in particular take the time to visit..saunte...

A must visit when close to Paris, it is not a far drive or a train ride to Reims. It is advised to…read moremake reservations before you arrive and the tour is wonderful. The caves are vast and the history, and the craftsmanship of the riddling ismind-boggling,. It is nothing like you'll see in Napa Valley or in the western world. The caves here hold millions of bottles. The history of the family, the champagne house architecture and of course the champagne makes this a fun and cultural experience. Now, shipping back to the U.S. is allowed, just be prepared to pay $$$$.

Ruinart champagne is amazing and it was great to go through a guided tour here for our day trip to…read moreChampagne. Learned a lot about the history of the house and the process they go through to make champagne. Loved how they integrated art in all its forms as part of the champagne tour. The tasting only comes with two tastings of your choice - white or rose - and no mix and matching. Our tour guide was polite but a bit formal and stiff.

Amazing!! My parents are champagne/wine connoisseurs and brought me here and omg was it BEAUTIFUL!!…read moreThey visit a few times a year but I joined them once here so far and wow was this place Beyond beautiful the interior the grounds the under ground area!! Just everything the tasting the food I can keep going on and on I would definitely recommend coming here if in Paris it's just a short train ride away! You may also buy bottles that are only sold there and they will ship them to your home so you don't have to lug them around your whole trip!! Must see! Service and everything was truly amazing!

Champagne G.H. Martel & Co. was one of the few Champagne houses in the winter, but quite happy we…read morebooked it! After hitting a large house beforehand, having a more personable experience was just what we needed! Upon arrival, it reminded me of what I am accustomed to in CA wine country, small, but quite personable as mentioned above. Greeted by the wonderful staff and sat at a table with a sample tasting flight. We were walked through the entire flight and given insights into the wine making process, which was great. All of the bubbles were spectacular, and they gave bonus pours as well with their high-end wines, so a super plus in my books. Price point, very affordable with it being a much smaller winery versus the other large ones in the area. Finding it as well was quite simple as it was located just slightly out of downtown Reims, so walkable is easily done! While not the largest, they left maybe the best impression on my visit!

Bel endroit à visiter Une visite des caves avec 3 coupes…read morede champagne à déguster coûte 22€ ou plus selon votre choix. Belle visite des caves avec beaucoup de renseignements donnés par notre guide Jade qui connaît bien le champagne et ces étapes pour le faire. Endroit sans prétention mais très agréable. Je vous le recommande.

As soon as I knew I was visiting Reims, I began researching the various champagne houses in the…read morearea. After reading a few articles that listed Lanson as having one of the most personal, in-depth tours in the area, I settled on them and booked a tour for 4. When we arrived, there were 10 people including ourselves, so it was an intimate tour experience. I was beyond happy to see that the tour was just as in-depth, engaging, and educating as I had read. Our tour guide was very friendly and knowledgable and answered every question we had. We walked through the entire maison and got to see the vineyards on site. Visiting in late August, the vines were full and ready to be picked in the coming weeks. In addition to the wonderful tour, their grounds were extremely classy and sleek. The tasting room and outside lounge area were both beautifully designed. We chose the "Discovery" experience which was $26 each and the tasting involved Lanson's Le Black Label Brut and Le Rosé. More than elated by our experience and their champagnes, we bought a few bottles at their shop.

My friends and I were fortunate enough to visit Paris for three days and knew we had to make a stop…read morein Champagne country. Unsure of where to go for all of the options, we semi-randomly picked Lanson. Just a short trip from the bus and train station, the Champagne house was incredibly accommodating, offering a very affordable and last-minute booking for a tour and tasting. They offered a safe place for us to store our luggage so we didn't have to drag it around, and even though it was cold, we were given a very thorough tour through all the grounds, vineyards, and cellars. Our guide was fun, knowledgable, and spoke perfect English, and the house itself emulates class and luxury while still remaining an accessible price. The tour was small and personal, and our guide made it fun and informative despite the cold and wind chill. Will definitely try to come back if I can visit Reims again!

We booked a tour well in advance as part of a day trip to experience the Champagne region. The tour…read moreitself was very interesting--learning about the family history, the caves, and the champagne-making process made it a really memorable experience. The underground cellars are impressive and definitely worth seeing. After the tour we enjoyed a tasting, which included one glass of champagne. It would have been nice to sample an additional variety to compare styles. Overall, it was still a very cool experience and a great way to explore the history of champagne.

Champagne Pommery is an absolute must-do if you're visiting the Champagne region, and hands down…read morethe best cave tour I've ever experienced. From the moment you descend into the caves, it's clear this is not a standard cellar walk. The experience is elevated with curated music and contemporary art installations throughout the underground galleries, which adds an unexpected and immersive layer to the tour. It feels thoughtful, atmospheric, and incredibly well done. The guide provided rich historical context and detailed information, making the history of the house, the chalk cellars, and the champagne-making process easy to follow and genuinely fascinating. You leave feeling like you truly learned something, not just checked a box. The tour ends perfectly with a delicious champagne tasting paired with lunch, which was relaxed, elegant, and beautifully executed. The champagne was exceptional, and the overall flow of the experience felt seamless from start to finish. If you're deciding which champagne house to visit, put Pommery at the top of your list. This is not just a tasting...it's an experience you'll remember long after the last sip.

We went to Taittinger on a half day trip to Reims from Paris. Speaking of, this is a bit of a hike…read morefrom the train station. Give yourself a good hour to get there. Also, you may need to make an appointment for a tour at the tourist center beforehand, depending on the season. They have tours in French, English, Spanish, and German. As for the actual tour, it is definitely a bit expensive as far as winery tours go, but the history and details of the champagne industry and the chalk caverns are very interesting to learn of. After all of the tour, you will get one glass of champagne per person and get a sales pitch to buy 50+ euro bottles of champagne. Advice? Do at least one champagne house tour in Reims, but only buy your champagne to bring back home with you. One tour is more than enough.

the mother ship. the showcase. the one. the only. Chateau Taittinger…read more TIP: make your tour reservation early through your hotel as primetime tours book up. + taittinger's classic flavor from the N.V. Brut is my favorite drinking champagne. + comtes is their spendy top-line bottle aged 10 years. Hint: older than 10 years and your bubbly loses its bubbly. start with a 10 minute video of the history and story of Taittinger. then listen close as your guide takes you down the long staircase into the caves where the treasure is stored. only a privileged few know the code sequence to decipher the numbered signs at each alcove, some holding tens of thousands of bottles. a delightful presentation. and you get a nice tasting at the end!

Fine stop before a Pommery tour. 3.5 stars…read more Highlights: - Gazebo: quaint green spot which was pleasant to sit and sip champagne on - Tasting option: can taste without a tour (something we didn't find many other places). The funky bar sign out front was a good sign. - Tasting bar: nice and long with bubbles coming up - Bowl on tasting bar: glass with beautiful colorful flowers - Cool glasses: lady's image etched on them - Shop: nicely presented in an open space Lowlights: - Champagne: ones we sampled I didn't care for as much as others Not a destination spot, but worth it to pop in for a glass.

This Champagne house is part of the Vranken Pommery Monopole estate collection, and can be found…read moredirectly across the street from Pommery. They also have tours and tastings here at La Demoiselle, but if you have already been to the Pommery tour, you will be seeing something very similar, except that the atmosphere here is a bit more intimate and charming, as it truly is a fancy estate, vs. a large warehouse. They also have a large random selection of "unique" modern art exhibits on display here as well, such as a pudgy version of batman flying above the tasting room, and a floating chair trying to escape outside. The tours are also of the caves, and include tastings of the Millesimes d'Or. This place also required reservations in advance, but it was VERY empty as I think most people just stop at Pommery and pass this place by.