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Champagne Fernand Lemaire
Champagne Fernand Lemaire, a family house in Hautvillers 1er Cru since 1903: brut, rosé, blanc de blancs. Direct from the producer...
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Champagne Fernand Lemaire: a family heritage in Hautvillers 1er Cru
Champagne Fernand Lemaire - Hautvillers 1er Cru, Marne Valley, an independent grower since 1903
Champagne Fernand Lemaire is a family independent-grower house in Hautvillers, 1er Cru, four generations since 1903, HVE-certified.
In Hautvillers, the cradle of Champagne and Dom Pérignon's village, Champagne Fernand Lemaire has farmed 7 hectares of 1er Cru since 1903. Four generations, chalk cellars and long ageing: complex, elegant champagnes, to discover direct on Avenue des Vins.
Since 1903, Champagne Fernand Lemaire embodies a unique family story, shaped by passion and the handing-down of Champagne know-how. Fernand, a visionary and independent grower, was the first to make his cuvees in his own press and his chalk-dug cellar.
Generation after generation, Robert then Frédéric and Christine enlarged the vineyard and strengthened the house's reputation in France and abroad. Today, Hélène and Benoît, the founder's great-grandchildren, carry on the adventure with fresh energy, while respecting the family heritage.
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An exceptional terroir: Hautvillers, 1er Cru of the Marne Valley
The estate spans 7 hectares across 24 plots at the heart of Hautvillers, the emblematic village of Dom Pérignon, nicknamed the 'cradle of Champagne'.
Classified 1er Cru, this terroir benefits from chalk-rich soils and optimal sunshine, giving the three Champagne grapes, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier, a remarkable expression. The estate is farmed with reasoned viticulture and certified HVE (High Environmental Value), guaranteeing practices respectful of biodiversity and the vine.
Authentic, precise winemaking
Every production step is carried out at the estate, in the tradition of the Independent Winegrowers of Champagne. The 1960 vertical press, with a capacity of 2,000 kg, allows a gentle extraction of the musts. The juices are then vinified in small tanks to preserve the character of each plot.
The champagnes rest in the cellar for at least 30 months, and up to 10 years for some cuvees, in galleries dug into the chalk at constant temperature. This long maturation gives the wines an incomparable aromatic complexity and elegance.
The range of Fernand Lemaire cuvees
From the aperitif Brut to the founder's tribute Cuvée 1903, here are the house's seven champagnes; the vintages offered on Avenue des Vins vary over time.
Tradition Brut - 1er Cru
Pale gold, a nose of white peach, a harmonious and elegant palate: ideal as an aperitif.
Tradition Demi-Sec
Softer and rounder, perfect with desserts or foie gras.
Tradition Rosé Brut
Fresh and appealing: red fruit and citrus, excellent as an aperitif.
Grande Réserve Extra Brut
Full-bodied and mineral, notes of dried fruit and an elegant finish, for gastronomic meals.
Blanc de Blancs Brut
Floral and lemony, with pastry notes, perfect with poultry or fine fish.
Millésime 2015
An exceptional champagne, balanced and delicate, with aromas of brioche and cream.
Cuvée 1903
A tribute to the founder: powerful and refined, mineral and fruity notes, a long, warm finish.
Careful shipping across France and Europe
Champagne and history: Hautvillers, cradle of the sparkling wine
Hautvillers is not only the place where Champagne Fernand Lemaire is made: it is a legendary site where Dom Pérignon, in the 17th century, perfected the first methods of making Champagne wine. Listed as UNESCO World Heritage, the slopes and cellars of this village continue to symbolise Champagne excellence.
What if you came to Hautvillers to discover the authenticity of Champagne Fernand Lemaire 1er Cru, the fruit of a family know-how handed down over four generations?
Why choose Champagne Fernand Lemaire
An independent grower since 1903. Four generations who make everything at the estate, from the press to the chalk cellar.
A 1er Cru terroir. 7 hectares across 24 plots in Hautvillers, Dom Pérignon's village in the Marne Valley.
Long ageing. At least 30 months, up to 10 years, in galleries dug into the chalk.
HVE reasoned farming. Practices respectful of biodiversity and the vine.
The shortest route. Buy direct from the grower: your champagne leaves the Hautvillers chalk for your table, carefully shipped across France and Europe.
Your questions about Champagne Fernand Lemaire
Where is Champagne Fernand Lemaire located?
Champagne Fernand Lemaire is in Hautvillers, a 1er Cru village of the Marne Valley nicknamed the 'cradle of Champagne'. The estate spans 7 hectares across 24 plots, on chalk-rich soils.
How long has the house existed?
The house was founded in 1903 by Fernand Lemaire, the first to make his cuvees in his own press and his chalk-dug cellar. Since then, four generations have succeeded one another: Fernand, Robert, Frédéric and Christine, then Hélène and Benoît today.
Who runs Champagne Fernand Lemaire today?
Hélène and Benoît, the founder's great-grandchildren, carry on the family adventure with fresh energy, while respecting the heritage handed down since 1903.
Why is Hautvillers an exceptional terroir?
Hautvillers is the emblematic village of Dom Pérignon, classified 1er Cru in the Marne Valley. Its chalk-rich soils and optimal sunshine give the three Champagne grapes — Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier — a remarkable expression.
Is the estate committed to sustainability?
Yes. The estate is farmed with reasoned viticulture and certified HVE (High Environmental Value), guaranteeing practices respectful of biodiversity and the vine.
How are Fernand Lemaire champagnes made?
Every step is carried out at the estate, in the tradition of the Independent Winegrowers of Champagne. The 1960 vertical press (2,000 kg) allows a gentle extraction, then the juices are vinified in small tanks to preserve the character of each plot.
How long do the estate's champagnes age?
The champagnes rest in the cellar for at least 30 months, and up to 10 years for some cuvees, in galleries dug into the chalk at constant temperature. This long maturation gives them aromatic complexity and elegance.
What are the Champagne Fernand Lemaire cuvees?
The range includes the Tradition Brut, Tradition Demi-Sec, Tradition Rosé Brut, Grande Réserve Extra Brut, Blanc de Blancs Brut, Millésime 2015 and Cuvée 1903, a tribute to the founder.
What is the difference between Brut, Extra Brut and Demi-Sec?
The difference lies in the dosage (added sugar). Extra Brut is the driest, Brut slightly more dosed and versatile, Demi-Sec softer and rounder, ideal with desserts. At Fernand Lemaire, each style showcases the Hautvillers terroir.
Which Fernand Lemaire champagne should you choose for a meal?
The Tradition Brut and Rosé Brut open the aperitif; the Blanc de Blancs goes with poultry and fine fish; the Grande Réserve Extra Brut and the Millésime suit gastronomic meals; the Demi-Sec is enjoyed with desserts and foie gras.
Can you visit the estate in Hautvillers?
Yes. Hautvillers, where Dom Pérignon perfected the making of Champagne wine, has its slopes and cellars listed as UNESCO World Heritage. A visit reveals the chalk galleries and the family know-how.
Where can you buy Fernand Lemaire champagnes directly?
The available Fernand Lemaire champagnes are bought directly from the house on Avenue des Vins, with careful shipping across France and Europe; the selection depends on the current bottlings and disgorgements.
Direct from the house, in Hautvillers 1er Cru
Champagne Fernand Lemaire - Independent grower in Hautvillers 1er Cru (Marne Valley), four generations since 1903, HVE-certified.
Tradition Brut, Rosé, Blanc de Blancs, Grande Réserve, Millésime and Cuvée 1903
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