The winery
De Vilmont
A Champagne house producing wines from grapes sourced in the Premier Cru area of Rilly‑la‑Montagne (Montagne de Reims). It offers cuvées based on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, vinified according to the méthode champenoise.
- Champagne (Montagne de Reims, Rilly‑la‑Montagne) · Francia
- 3 products
The story
The De Vilmont brand evokes the legendary figure of the marquis François Alphonse Donatien De Vilmont and the historical narrative associated with Valmy. Today the brand offers Champagne made from grapes harvested in the Rilly‑la‑Montagne area, with the brand managed and marketed through the company listed in the contacts on the official website.
Production philosophy
The approach aims to showcase the Champagne terroir and the region's fine perlage, favoring cellar aging and traditional methods of sparkling winemaking to produce elegant, fresh wines with character.
Terroir and vineyards
Wines with the Champagne AOC designation, made from grapes sourced from the Montagne de Reims. The official website highlights the calcareous/chalky soils and the continental climate, which promotes slow ripening of the grapes.
Characteristics
- Grape varieties
- Chardonnay
- Pinot Noir
- Pinot Meunier
What makes it distinctive
- Champagne produced from grapes grown in Rilly‑la‑Montagne.
- The line-up includes Brut Grande Réserve, Blanc de Blancs and a vintage cuvée/rosé.
- Production and descriptions published on the official website managed by SERENA WINES 1881 S.R.L.
- Emphasis on fine perlage, cellar aging, and the classic Champenois style.