Champagne Duval-Leroy

Champagne Duval-Leroy: Family Excellence in the Service of Terroir

An exceptional family-owned house since 1859. For more than 160 years, Maison Duval-Leroy has stood as a benchmark in Champagne. Founded in 1859 and established in Vertus, at the heart of the Côte des Blancs, it is the only Grande Maison of Champagne located in this exceptional terroir. Blending tradition and innovation, Duval-Leroy embodies French refinement through iconic cuvées, today served in over 250 Michelin-starred restaurants around the world.

Carol Duval-Leroy, “Woman of Champagne”

A symbolic figure, Carol Duval-Leroy left her mark on the history of the House and Champagne as a whole. The first woman to chair the Association Viticole Champenoise, she elevated Duval-Leroy among the most prestigious houses. The Femme de Champagne Grand Cru cuvée pays tribute to her vision and audacity, embodying elegance, finesse, and aromatic power.

The New Generation: Julien, Charles, and Louis

Today, the legacy continues with Carol’s three sons – Julien, Charles, and Louis – who uphold the spirit of the House and carry its style into the future.

Julien, guardian of the terroir, oversees the 200 hectares of vines, 40% of which are classified as Premiers and Grands Crus. Through a precise parcel-based approach and micro-vinifications, he highlights the diversity of the Côte des Blancs soils.

Charles, master of the creative tools, showcases a state-of-the-art winery. This “haute couture” vinification allows small-batch production and the crafting of champagnes with exceptional precision.

Louis, ambassador of the House, shares Duval-Leroy’s passion at the world’s finest Michelin-starred tables. He embodies the art of transmission, engaging directly with sommeliers, wine merchants, and chefs to reveal the soul of the cuvées.

Iconic and Refined Cuvées

The House creates champagnes that combine elegance and character, with a wide variety of styles:

The Champagne Brut Réserve, the only champagne cuvée ranked in the Wine Spectator Top 100.

The Champagne Brut Bio, organically certified, with delicate floral notes and remarkable balance.

The Clos des Bouveries 1er Cru, a precise Blanc de Blancs revealing citrus, green apple, and minerality.

The Femme de Champagne Grand Cru cuvée, a tribute to Carol, perfect for haute gastronomie.

A Strong Environmental Commitment

A pioneer in sustainable viticulture, Champagne Duval-Leroy has obtained High Environmental Value (HVE level 3) certification as well as the Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne designation. The House emphasizes soil care, drastically limits inputs, and applies measured dosage to preserve the purity and elegance of its champagnes.

The Alliance of Innovation and Expertise

Under the guidance of Sandrine Logette-Jardin, a visionary cellar master, Duval-Leroy operates a modern, parcel-based winemaking facility designed to extract the quintessence of each grape variety. The wines are then aged for many years in chalk cellars and oak barrels, gaining incomparable depth and aromatic complexity.

Champagne Duval-Leroy embodies the meeting point between a strong family heritage, a drive for innovation, and profound respect for the Champagne terroir.

Which Duval-Leroy champagne will you choose to elevate your celebrations: a mineral Blanc de Blancs, a refined Brut, or an organic cuvée?