Bubbly Royalty: The Most Iconic Champagne Houses

Moët & Chandon is an iconic champagne house, recognized globally for its long history of producing high-quality sparkling wines and its historical association with royalty and prestigious celebrations. Its production volume and global presence solidify its status as a pillar in the world of champagne.

• Founded in 1743

• Symbol of luxury and sophistication

Veuve Clicquot is synonymous with luxury and tradition in the champagne world, having perfected its craft over centuries. Its distinctive yellow bottle is an instant symbol of celebration and exceptional quality, earning its place among the most iconic houses.

• Exported champagne to Russia ahead of competitors

• Continuous pursuit of excellence and innovation

• Mythical and high-quality wines

• Brand with a rich history

Taittinger stands out for its long history of producing high-quality champagne, dating back centuries. Its commitment to tradition and excellence in winemaking has established it as a name synonymous with prestige and royal celebration.

• A benchmark for the most hedonistic and glamorous Champagne

• Family-managed by the Taittinger family

• Elegant and vibrant sparkling wine

• Balanced, with fine bubbles and mousse

Laurent Perrier stands out in this ranking for its long history of excellence and commitment to quality, consistently producing elegant and refined champagnes. Its distinctive style and presence at high-profile events underscore its status as a truly iconic and royal champagne house.

• Introduced the first prestige cuvee made from a blend of exceptional years

• Independent, family-owned Champagne House

• Crafting fresh and elegant champagnes for over two hundred years

• Recognized the potential of the chalky, sun-drenched soils of the Champagne region

Bollinger has earned its place in champagne royalty due to its distinctive and consistently excellent style, which has been appreciated by connoisseurs and British royalty for decades. Its commitment to quality, utilizing a high proportion of Pinot Noir and aging its wines for extended periods, imparts a structure and complexity that sets it apart.

• Expresses the aromas of the fruit in all its dimensions

• Embodies the excellence and elegance of French champagne

• Maintains regional tradition

• Offers expressively aromatic wines with both lightness and richness

Dom Pérignon stands as a pillar of champagne excellence, globally recognized for its unparalleled quality and historical legacy. Each vintage represents a pinnacle of viticulture, offering a complexity and elegance that define the standard of royalty in the champagne world.

• Wonderful achievement of blending

• Crafted exclusively from the finest grapes

• Precise and enveloping aromas

• Fine and persistent bubbles

Perrier-Jouët stands out for its historical legacy and commitment to champagne-making excellence. Its distinctive style, often characterized by freshness and floral delicacy, has positioned it as a prestigious choice among connoisseurs.

• Unmistakable style

• Striking Art Nouveau bottles

• Exceptional Chardonnay-driven style

• Refined and well-balanced

Krug distinguishes itself through its unwavering commitment to crafting champagnes of exceptional complexity and richness, often built from a blend of multiple vintages. Its focus on expressing terroir and patience in aging results in wines that are truly befitting of royalty.

• Consistent quality

• Exceptional champagne

Champagne Salon is synonymous with exclusivity and prestige, being a champagne house that only produces "millésimés" (single vintage) wines, exclusively from Chardonnay grapes. Its focus on supreme quality and limited production positions it as a benchmark for the high-end in the world of champagne.

• High quality convinced founder to sell it

• Created by visionary wine enthusiast

Pommery stands out as an emblematic champagne house for its pioneering role in creating Brut, a dry style that revolutionized the market. Its legacy extends through the elegance and consistent quality of its cuvées, solidifying its royal status in the world of champagne.

• Creative genius

• Fine balance of minerality and crisp white fruits

• Vivacious and cheerful

• Fresh, easy, fine, and delicate