Louis Roederer

Where 240 years of Champagne mastery meets revolutionary sustainability, Louis Roederer stands as the crown jewel of Reims, commanding over 590 acres of premier cru and grand cru vineyards across Champagne's most coveted terroirs, including the prestigious Beauchamp parcels that define excellence in effervescence.

Founded in 1776, Louis Roederer has remained family-owned through seven generations, cultivating an unwavering commitment to terroir expression and quality supremacy. Under the visionary leadership of cellar master Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, the house has pioneered biodynamic viticulture across its estate vineyards—an extraordinary rarity in Champagne where most grandes maisons purchase fruit. This vertical integration allows unprecedented control over every aspect of production, from vine to bottle, ensuring the distinctive character that has made Roederer the preferred Champagne of European royalty and discerning collectors worldwide.

The house's legendary Cristal cuvée represents the pinnacle of Champagne artistry, crafted exclusively from grand cru vineyards and aged for a minimum of six years before release. Beyond this iconic prestige cuvée, the Collection range showcases Lécaillon's masterful blending of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier, each vintage reflecting the unique terroir characteristics of their estate holdings. The house's commitment to traditional methods—including riddling by hand and extended lees aging—produces investment-grade wines that consistently earn critical acclaim and command premium positioning in the world's finest cellars. Annual production remains deliberately limited, ensuring exclusivity and maintaining the ultra-premium standards that define the Roederer legacy.

Visiting Louis Roederer offers an intimate glimpse into Champagne's most prestigious house, though access remains carefully curated through advance appointments. The historic cellars in Reims reveal 240 years of winemaking heritage, where guests can witness the meticulous process behind each bottle. Private tastings showcase the full range from the elegant Brut Premier to the extraordinary Cristal, guided by knowledgeable sommeliers who illuminate the subtle differences between vineyard parcels. The experience extends to exclusive vineyard tours of their biodynamic holdings, where visitors can appreciate the terroir-driven philosophy that sets Roederer apart from conventional Champagne production.

For collectors seeking the ultimate expression of Champagne excellence, Louis Roederer represents an essential addition to any serious cellar. Contact The En Primeur Club to secure allocations of these coveted releases and arrange exclusive access to one of Champagne's most distinguished houses.