In the silence and half darkness, we encounter experts carefully placing bottles of champagne on stands. One, Thierry, head of the ancestral technique of riddling, tells us, ‘We’re very happy to share our passion by answering questions about blending, the formation of bubbles, the maturing process…’
Being so close to hundreds of barrels and bottles makes us thirsty. Happily, the tour ends in a tasting room, champagne flûtes in our hands, listening as our guide advises us to take time to admire the effervescence and smell the precious liquid before taking our first sip.  
‘You can even carry on the tasting with a lunch or cocktail dinner party in the cellars,’ says Elisabeth. Whether with friends or as a couple, it’s a tempting option…

Practical information

Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation.