Moët & Chandon

Awards & Recognition

Dom Pérignon Vintage 2008: 98 points – James Suckling
Brut Impérial: Gold – Mundus Vini
Wine Spectator Top 100 appearances
LVMH's flagship Champagne brand, with global cultural status
UNESCO-recognized cellars beneath Épernay

About Moët & Chandon

Moët & Chandon is the largest and most recognized Champagne house in the world, synonymous with glamour, heritage, and grand celebration. Founded in Épernay in 1743, it has been a cornerstone of Champagne’s global reputation for nearly three centuries.

The house owns the largest vineyard estate in Champagne, spanning over 1,200 hectares across all key sub-regions, with chalky soils ideal for producing wines of finesse and longevity. Known for a fruit-driven, approachable style anchored by Pinot Noir, Moët’s Champagnes are crafted with precision at vast scale—yet maintain a commitment to quality.

Today, Moët & Chandon is the flagship of the LVMH luxury group, producing a full range of wines including the ubiquitous Brut Impérial, vintage releases, and the legendary prestige cuvée Dom Pérignon.

History

Founding and Expansion (1743–1800)

Founded by Claude Moët in 1743, the house quickly established itself among European nobility. By the late 18th century, Moët was the preferred Champagne supplier to the royal courts of France and beyond—including Napoleon Bonaparte.

Brand Building and Innovation (1800–1900)

Claude’s grandson, Jean-Rémy Moët, transformed the house into a global brand. He built the first vast cellars in Épernay and acquired the Hautvillers Abbey—the historic site where Dom Pérignon pioneered key Champagne techniques.

Twentieth Century Growth (1900–1987)

Moët & Chandon weathered two World Wars and led Champagne’s post-war resurgence. It merged with Hennessy in 1971 and with Louis Vuitton in 1987 to become LVMH, the world’s largest luxury conglomerate.

Modern Era of Prestige (1987–Present)

Today, Moët is both a symbol of mass luxury and technical mastery. With over 30 million bottles produced annually, its Brut Impérial remains the world’s best-selling Champagne, while Dom Pérignon stands as one of the most revered prestige cuvées.

Wine Styles

Non-Vintage Champagne

Brut Impérial is the house’s signature expression—vibrant, clean, and fruit-forward. It typically blends 30–40% Pinot Noir, 30–40% Meunier, and 20–30% Chardonnay, with 20–30% reserve wines. Aged 24 months on lees, it delivers notes of green apple, brioche, and citrus zest.

Vintage & Prestige Cuvées

Moët produces vintage Champagne in select years, showcasing ripeness and aging potential. Dom Pérignon, though technically a separate brand, is produced at Moët and represents the house’s pinnacle: a single-vintage blend (often around 50/50 Chardonnay and Pinot Noir) aged for at least 8 years before release.

Rosé Champagne

Rosé Impérial is known for its vibrant color, red fruit character, and seductive roundness. A higher proportion of Pinot Noir is vinified as red wine and blended into the base cuvée.

Demi-Sec & Rich Styles

Moët Ice Impérial and Nectar Impérial are sweeter styles made for over-ice or cocktail consumption—an example of the house’s innovation and market awareness.

Wine Portfolio

Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial

The World’s Best-Selling Champagne

Blend:

~30–40% Pinot Noir, 30–40% Meunier, 20–30% Chardonnay

Awards & Recognition:

90 Wine Spectator

Gold – International Wine Challenge

Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial

Lively and Generous Rosé Champagne

Blend:

~45% Pinot Noir (10% red wine), 35% Meunier, 20% Chardonnay

Awards & Recognition:

91 James Suckling

Silver – Decanter World Wine Awards

Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2015

An Expression of the Year’s Terroir

Blend:

44% Pinot Noir, 32% Chardonnay, 24% Meunier

Awards & Recognition:

94 Wine Enthusiast

93 Wine Advocate

Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013

Prestige Cuvée from the Abbey of Hautvillers

Blend:

51% Chardonnay, 49% Pinot Noir

Awards & Recognition:

98 James Suckling

97 Decanter

95 Wine Advocate

Did You Know?

Moët & Chandon owns the most extensive chalk cellars in Champagne—28 kilometers long beneath Épernay.
Dom Pérignon is produced at Moët but marketed as a standalone brand—named after the Benedictine monk who advanced sparkling winemaking.
Napoleon famously visited the house and is said to have invented the tradition of sabering Champagne there.
Moët introduced the world’s first Champagne made to be served over ice: Moët Ice Impérial.
The house is responsible for democratizing Champagne globally, making it both a luxury product and a symbol of joyful occasions.

The World’s Most Celebrated Champagne

Quick Facts

Specialty Grapes

Red Varieties

White Varieties

Awards & Recognition

About Moët & Chandon

History

Founding and Expansion (1743–1800)

Brand Building and Innovation (1800–1900)

Twentieth Century Growth (1900–1987)

Modern Era of Prestige (1987–Present)

Wine Styles

Non-Vintage Champagne

Vintage & Prestige Cuvées

Rosé Champagne

Demi-Sec & Rich Styles

Wine Portfolio

Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial

Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial

Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2015

Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013

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