Ruinart Champagne: the excellence of the Champagne House

Founded in 1729, Ruinart is recognized as the first Champagne house. It embodies elegance, precision, and a deep historical presence in the Champagne region. This reputation, combined with its special focus on the Chardonnay grape and its underground heritage of chalk cellars, secures its place among the world’s greatest champagnes.

A story that begins in 1729

Ruinart is the oldest Champagne house, founded in 1729 in Reims by Nicolas Ruinart. Initially, the royal decree of 1728, which authorized the transport of wine in bottles, allowed the house to launch a production officially dedicated to ‘champagne.’ This long history gives Ruinart a unique legitimacy—not only as a pioneer, but also as a benchmark for quality and identity in the world of premium champagnes.

The DNA of a House: elegance, Chardonnay, and craftsmanship

Ruinart’s identity is built around a few key elements. Its signature grape variety is Chardonnay: through its cuvées, the house highlights the freshness, finesse, and purity of this grape. The style is defined by a pursuit of balance between tradition and modernity: the house itself speaks of ‘the balance between its origins and its bold promises.’ As for the terroir, Ruinart relies on the exceptional quality of its chalk cellars (crayères): the underground galleries of Reims, carved into the chalk, offer ideal conditions for maturation—protected from light, with constant temperature and controlled humidity

The cuvées and the house style

The Ruinart Champagne House offers several emblematic cuvées. Among them, the ‘Brut’ cuvée embodies the house’s classic style: it combines freshness and complexity, making it suitable both as an aperitif and throughout a meal. The ‘Blanc de Blancs’ cuvée, on the other hand, is crafted exclusively from Chardonnay, giving it a floral, citrus-driven profile and the vibrant tension characteristic of a great Blanc de Blancs

DOM RUINART BRUT 2002

DOM RUINART Blanc de Blancs 2010

A house oriented toward art, innovation, and the environment

Ruinart is not only a champagne house; it is also a key player committed to sustainability, art, and immersive experiences. Among its noteworthy initiatives is the ‘Second Skin Case,’ an eco-designed packaging made of 99% paper, combining reduced weight, refined aesthetics, and a lowered carbon footprint. Ruinart also invites visitors to immerse themselves in art and heritage through its chalk cellars—listed as historic monuments—and its dedicated visitor experience

Why Ruinart stands out as a benchmark in France

Ruinart holds a unique place in the world of French champagne, combining heritage, excellence, and modernity. Founded in 1729, the first Champagne house benefits from expertise passed down for nearly three centuries—an exceptional guarantee of credibility and consistency. Its style, centered on Chardonnay, reflects the purity, finesse, and elegance for which the house is renowned. These refined champagnes perfectly meet the expectations of French enthusiasts seeking quality and balance. Committed to a responsible approach, Ruinart innovates with initiatives such as its eco-designed ‘Second Skin’ case, a symbol of sustainable and mindful luxury

Finally, its affiliation with the LVMH group gives it international visibility while preserving its identity. Combining tradition, innovation, and high standards, Ruinart stands out as an essential benchmark of Champagne in France.