The Grand House of Champagne Louis Roederer
Official supplier to the Tsar of Russia
Louis RoedererHe acquired the house in 1832 and decided to name it after himself. He was the one who transformed it into a very largeChampagne houseUsing his instinct, he decided to buy new, diverse plots of land to perfect his vineyard. His vines benefit from an ideal distribution across the three main terroirs of Champagne.Louis RoedererHe pursues a very specific goal: to become a true winemaker and control every step of the winemaking process. In this way, he becomes capable of forging his estate's style and giving his wines a unique taste.
From 1870 onwards, theLouis Roederer Champagne winesThey travel as far as the United States. They also find themselves at the table of Tsar Alexander in Russia. Defining himself as a true researcher and particularly fond of refinement,Louis Roedererdecides to create a new champagne for the Russian emperor. From this, the idea for the creation of the first "prestige cuvée" was born.CrystalThe first bottling took place in 1876. Subsequently, theMaison Louis RoedererIt became the official Champagne house to supply the Tsar of Russia. This title further solidified its position as one of the most prestigious Champagne houses. It has always championed a love of tradition and a passion for the future. Moreover, it is one of the last great family-owned and independent Champagne houses. With its exceptional history, it is a true symbol of the region.
Patience and audacity
The success of the family business
Louis Roederer IIHe will make it a point of honor to perpetuate the traditions of the house. He retains the patient vision of Champagne and the instinctive audacity of his predecessors.Léon Orly Roederer, successor toLouis Roederer IIHe wanted to achieve perfection and produce an even more balanced wine. So, in the 1920s, he decided to blend different vintages. By creating a quality blend, he produced the beginnings of what would later become theRaw PremiereHe thus contributes greatly to the revival of the family home.
Following his death in 1933, his wife Camille took over the reins of the house. Thanks to her brilliant temperament and remarkable energy, she continued to make the family business a resounding success. It was she who reconnected the house with the festive side of champagne. She hosted numerous receptions in the family's fabulous private mansion in Reims. In doing so, she created a new generation of enthusiasts who would appreciate the champagne of theMaison Louis Roedererin a new form.
A House true to its values
Balance in the vineyard
It was Jean-Claude Rouzaud, Camille's grandson, who then took over the management of the estate. An oenologist and agricultural engineer, he embarked on the consolidation of the vineyard. Frédéric Rouzaud, his son, now runs the family business. He is part of the seventh generation of the line.The Louis Roederer Champagne Househas remained true to its values and origins. Today, it ships three million bottles a year worldwide. On the estate, the vineyard work is meticulous and, above all, adapted to each plot's specific characteristics. Thanks to this precision, the grapes can be harvested at optimal ripeness. In the vineyards, biodiversity is respected, and increasing importance is given to the principles of sustainable viticulture.biodynamics.
The grapes are harvested by hand and pressed on-site. Vinification is carried out plot by plot to ensure respect for the origin of the grapes. In this way, the specific grapes are known down to the vine row, guaranteeing traceability. The vines are protected from any external influences, and the balance of each plot is preserved.
