The winery
Delamotte
A Champagne house based in Le Mesnil‑sur‑Oger, known for its emphasis on Chardonnay and its elegant, terroir-focused style in the Côte des Blancs.
- Côte des Blancs (Champagne) · Francia
- Since 1760
- 11 products
The story
Founded in 1760, Delamotte is one of the oldest Champagne houses. Its historic base is in Le Mesnil‑sur‑Oger and, over the course of the 20th century, its fate became linked with that of other local houses. Since 1988 it has been part of the Laurent‑Perrier group and shares history and resources with its sister house Salon.
Production philosophy
Delamotte’s work places terroir at the centre: wines built on the purity and freshness of Chardonnay, with respect for the vineyard and attention to naturalness. The range is deliberately limited and designed to be accessible yet refined, with the aim of enhancing pleasure and conviviality.
Terroir and vineyards
The cellars and production are based in Le Mesnil‑sur‑Oger, a Grand Cru village in the Côte des Blancs. The wines are made from grapes sourced from parcels in the Côte des Blancs, including Le Mesnil‑sur‑Oger, Avize, Oger and Cramant, grown on the area's characteristic limestone soils.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Chardonnay
- Pinot Noir
- Pinot Meunier
What makes it distinctive
- Founded in 1760, one of the oldest Champagne houses.
- Based in Le Mesnil‑sur‑Oger, a Grand Cru village in the Côte des Blancs.
- Strong focus on Chardonnay and the character of the terroir.
- Sister house to Champagne Salon; part of the Laurent‑Perrier group since 1988.
- Streamlined range: Brut, Blanc de Blancs, Blanc de Blancs Millésimé and Rosé.