Discovering Pommery: Tradition and Innovation in Champagne

When we talk about Champagne, it’s hard not to mention Pommery, an iconic house located in Reims, in the heart of the Champagne region. Founded in the 19th century, it has managed to combine tradition, innovation, and elegance to establish itself among the great Champagne houses. But what truly makes Pommery unique is above all a visionary woman: Madame Louise Pommery.

A Story of Character

It all began in 1858 when Madame Pommery took the reins of the company after her husband’s death. In an era when female entrepreneurs were rare, she championed her vision of a finer, drier champagne, open to the world. It was she who launched the very first Brut Champagne in 1874, a revolution at a time when sugar still dominated most cuvées.

Cuvées with a Distinctive Style

The Pommery style is all about freshness, finesse, and vivacity. The Brut Royal, their emblematic cuvée, perfectly embodies this spirit: fine bubbles, a delicate nose with citrus and white flower aromas, and a lively, balanced palate. Ideal as an aperitif, it also pairs wonderfully with seafood or creamy cheese.

Here’s an overview of the ranges that make Pommery famous:

The Essentials: Freshness and Balance

At the heart of Pommery’s expertise, the Essentiels range offers accessible and refined champagnes:

• Pommery Brut Royal: The House’s emblem, it’s a balanced blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. It embodies freshness, vivacity, and delicate notes of white flowers and citrus.
• Pommery Brut Rosé: A gourmet and fruity version of the Brut Royal, ideal for convivial moments, with its aromas of red berries.
• Pommery Brut Silver: More intense and complex, this cuvée prioritizes Chardonnay for a richer experience and a beautiful length on the palate.

Les Apanages: The Art of Gastronomy

Created to enhance food & wine pairings, the Apanage range is crafted from a rigorous selection of crus and benefits from prolonged aging:

• Pommery Apanage Brut: With a dominant Chardonnay, it’s an elegant, fresh, and mineral champagne, with floral and honeyed notes.
• Pommery Apanage Blanc de Blancs: A pure Chardonnay, a guarantee of purity and finesse, with aromas of citrus and white flowers.
• Pommery Apanage Blanc de Noirs: Predominantly Pinot Noir, it offers power and expression, revealing aromas of black fruits.
• Pommery Apanage Rosé: The rosé variation of this gastronomic range, combining refinement and balance.

Les Cuvées de Prestige: The Excellence of the Terroir

These rare and precious cuvées are the result of exceptional work, embodying the apogee of the Pommery style:

• Cuvée Louise: A tribute to Louise Pommery, it’s the prestige cuvée par excellence. It represents the purity and quintessence of the House, with an extraordinary finesse and aromatic complexity. It’s available in Rosé and Brut Nature.
• Les Clos Pompadour: A confidential and unique cuvée, stemming from a historic clos in the heart of the estate. A champagne of extraordinary richness and depth.
• Grand Cru Royal (Millésimé): Expressing the character of an exceptional year, this vintage champagne reveals the precision, minerality, and intensity of Pommery’s best crus.

A House Focused on Tomorrow

True to the pioneering spirit of its founder, Pommery is now committed to more sustainable viticulture. The estate, certified High Environmental Value, adopts eco-responsible practices from the vineyard to the cellar. It’s a way of making prestige rhyme with conscience.

POMMERY – Cuvée Louise 1996

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POMMERY – Cuvée Louise Rosé 1992

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