Houses
Moët & Chandon
One of the world's largest and most widely distributed Champagne houses, known for consistent, approachable cuvées.
- Founded
- 1743
- Location
- France
- Ownership
- LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton
- Known for
- Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial · global distribution · accessible luxury positioning · large-scale production
- Grapes
- Meunier (1)
Style
Moët & Chandon is recognised for producing Champagnes that prioritise accessibility and consistency across a broad range. The house's flagship Brut Impérial represents a fruit-forward, balanced approach to the category, designed to appeal to a wide consumer base. The portfolio spans entry-level expressions through to prestige cuvées, reflecting the house's position as a major global player in the sparkling wine market.
History
Founded in 1743, Moët & Chandon emerged during the early expansion of Champagne as a commercial enterprise. The house built its reputation through systematic vineyard acquisition and efficient production methods that enabled large-scale distribution. In 1987, Moët merged with Hennessy to form LVMH, a transaction that cemented its position within one of the world's largest luxury conglomerates. This ownership structure has facilitated Moët's extensive international reach and consistent market presence across multiple continents.
Cuvées
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rose · NV
Pinot Meunier
Recent
- Note
Moët & Chandon employs thermovinification during production of Rosé Impérial , a process in which grapes are briefly heated before fermentation to encourage rapid extraction of colour and aromatic compounds whilst limiting prolonged skin contact.
Read article Terre de Vins 26 August 2026
- Note
Moët & Chandon uses a high proportion of Meunier in the red component of Rosé Impérial to contribute generous, approachable fruit character.
Read article Terre de Vins 26 August 2026
- Note
Moët & Chandon was established in 1743 by Claude Moët.
- Note
One of the world's largest champagne producers, owning 1,190 hectares of vineyards and producing approximately 28,000,000 bottles annually.