À la Volée Cellar tour
Experience the timeless tradition of À la Volée, where you will witness the art of disgorgement. This unique process involves the manual expulsion of sediment from a champagne bottle, performed with exceptional skill and precision.
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Moët Grand Vintage Blanc
2 freshly degorged Moët Grand Vintage Collection
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450€ per person
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English or French
Other languages available by privatizing the visit
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2 hours
In the heart of our cellars, surrounded by vintage champagnes, you will experience the powerful moment of disgorgement, where time seems to stand still before being catapulted forward in an instant.
YOUR EXPERIENCE ITINERARY
Welcome Drink
Exclusive Cellar Discovery
Live Disgorgement
Vintage Tastings
The À la Volée disgorgement is a testament to the craftsmanship and heritage of the Champagne region. This method, exclusive to Champagne, requires a deft hand and years of experience, ensuring that each bottle reaches its peak of purity and taste. The swift and skilled action creates a vivid sensory moment, as the pressure within the bottle is expertly managed to release the sediment without losing the precious liquid.
WHY THIS EXPERIENCE ?
✪ Exclusive experience (the Champagne appellation forbids removing a non-disgorged bottle from the region).
✪ Accompanied by an ambassador and a cellar expert.
✪ Visit the Gallery of Grand Vintages, exclusive to the Cellar Master.
✪ 3 champagne tastings, including 2 freshly disgorged 14 years old Vintage Collection.
This exclusive experience offers a rare glimpse into the meticulous craftsmanship behind our finest champagnes, culminating in a tasting of 2 rare vintages aged for 14 years. This immersive experience allows you to savor the purest expressions of our finest champagnes, guided by our knowledgeable ambassadors and cellar experts.
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
The tour of the cellars is by foot.
The cellars are cold, please bring warm clothing.
The cellars have an elevator and special access for people with reduced mobility.
For a private visit, contact us on visites@moet.fr.
1h30 from Paris
MOËT & CHANDON
20 avenue de Champagne, 51200 Epernay, France
- By car: 1 hour 30 minutes from the Paris Périphérique ringroad via the A4 motorway.
- By train: 1 hour 20 minutes from Paris Gare de l'Est to Epernay station. Moët & Chandon is a five-minute walk from the station.
OPENING HOURS : 9:30AM to 5:00PM
Any questions?
Can we come for a tasting session without taking a tour?
Yes, the sommelier team offers visitors by-the-glass tasting sessions, without reservation.
Are bookings mandatory?
As places are limited and tours led by a professional guide, we recommend you book your visit online.
Does the tour include a visit to the cellars?
Yes, we'll be taking a special route through the 28 km of cellars that isn't offered on traditional tours.
Do you organise any tours of the Moët & Chandon vineyard and production buildings?
Moët & Chandon offers you a tour dedicated to our vineyards and their biodiversity. It includes a visit to Fort-Chabrol, a place reserved for staff only.
Can we go to the shop even if we haven’t been on a tour of the cellars?
Of course! The shop is open to everyone.
Are pets allowed on-site?
We have an obligation to meet the standards associated with our food safety certifications and, as such, no pets are allowed on our premises.
Can visitors buy something to eat on-site?
We do not have any catering facilities - we only offer champagne tasting sessions.
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