Ruinart

History of Ruinart

Ruinart is the oldest champagne house, founded in 1729 by Nicolas Ruinart in Reims, France. The history of the house is closely linked to Nicolas' uncle, Dom Thierry Ruinart, a visionary Benedictine monk who predicted the rise of sparkling wine. Nicolas Ruinart turned this idea into reality by launching the first champagne house, helping to popularise this elegant beverage, whose reputation continues to grow.

Uniqueness of Ruinart champagnes

Ruinart champagnes are renowned for their finesse, elegance and freshness. Ruinart favours the Chardonnay grape variety, which gives its champagnes a luminous character and great aromatic purity. This signature is particularly evident in its Blanc de Blancs champagnes, renowned for their freshness and minerality. The company practises sustainable viticulture, using environmentally-friendly methods to preserve the quality of its products.

Emblematic vintages

The most emblematic cuvées include :

• Ruinart Blanc de Blancs: Made exclusively from chardonnay, this champagne reflects the purity and freshness of the grape variety, offering a unique taste experience.

• Ruinart Rosé: A balanced blend of chardonnay and pinot noir, with fruity and spicy notes that make it an ideal choice for many occasions.

• Dom Ruinart: A prestigious cuvée produced only in great years, symbolising the House's excellence and expertise. The Dom Ruinart Rosé cuvées are particularly prized for their elegance.

Comparisons and collaborations

Ruinart stands out from the crowd of champagne houses alongside brands such as Louis Roederer, Pol Roger and Joseph Perrier. The house also offers limited-edition boxes and bottles, such as thesecond-skin case, which highlight the art of living and refinement associated with the brand.

The house's cellars, which are listed as a world heritage site, are famous for their crayères, which are used to age the champagnes. With cuvées such as Ruinart Brut and Ruinart Millésimé, each bottle embodies the tradition and innovation of this emblematic house, while aiming for high environmental value.