Be among the first people outside of the legendary Drappier family to make Champagne with 7th generation winemakers Michel and Hugo Drappier, while we discover this historic and legendary wine region. We will visit some of the most famous independent and family producers, and partake of the unique local cuisine, paired perfectly with, of course, many different styles of Champagne. We think this region and its wines will surprise even those who are already Champagne connoisseurs. 

Winemaking

Michel Drappier understands the responsibility that being a 7th generation winemaker of a venerable Champagne family entails. He, and now his son Hugo, carry on the family tradition of a reverence for the Pinot Noir grape, as well as his own mission to rescue several otherwise forgotten local grape varieties. Members will be granted unprecedented and otherwise impossible access to these and the family’s exquisite Chardonnay wines, as well as the Champagne-making prowess of this legendary family, to make their personalized Champagne blends.

Accommodations

Domaine Les Crayères, a mythical property in the heart of Reims, nestled discreetly in a seven-hectare park full of green vegetation. This former house of the De Polignac family permanently recreates and modernizes the “Chateau” style in an elegant and sophisticated atmosphere.

Daily Itinerary

Day 1 | Arrivals. Orientation tasting with Champagne expert Marie Ahm, followed by a tour, tasting and dinner at beloved Champagne house Charles Heidsieck.

Day 2 | Private art class given by a local artist, followed by a tour, tasting and terrace lunch at in-the-know favorite Billecart-Salmon. After relaxing on the beautiful hotel grounds, dine at local in-the-know spot La Braise.

Day 3 | Tour of the stunning Drappier estate and the unheard of opportunity to make your very own Champagne. After a vineyard picnic lunch and Champagne sabering lessons, relax at the hotel before dinner at the winemaker-favorite Le Coq Rouge. We’ll spend our final evening delving deeper into the fascinating world of “grower Champagne,” guided through the pairings by one of these passionate and committed growers.

Day 4 | Departures

Pricing Information

The trip cost includes all accommodations, meals, wines, local transportation and group activities. Guests are responsible for their flights and airport transfers to the hotel or area. Please note that the schedules, events, and timing are subject to change.

Cancellation Policy 

We understand that sometimes life requires changes or cancellations. We have created cancellation policies that take this into account while also accounting for the realities of our non-refundable event costs and prepayments. You can see our cancellation policy at www.vinesevents.com/terms