How can I visit the Ruinart cellars in Reims?

Ruinart champagne, renowned for its refinement and balance, can improve with age if stored under optimal conditions. Improper storage can alter its aromas and effervescence. Here are the essential rules to follow to ensure successful ageing.

1. Maintain a stable temperature

The ideal storage temperature is between 10 and 12°C. Temperature fluctuations should be avoided, as they can accelerate ageing and alter the structure of the champagne.

2. Protect from light

Exposure to light, particularly UV rays, can cause premature oxidation. It is therefore best to store your bottles in a dark place, or in their original packaging.

3. Ensure the correct humidity

A humidity level of between 70 and 80 per cent helps prevent the cork from drying out, thereby ensuring optimal preservation. An environment that is too dry could allow air to enter the bottle and spoil the wine.

4. Correct bottle positioning

For prolonged ageing, it is advisable to store bottles lying down, to keep the cork in contact with the liquid and prevent it from drying out.

5. Avoid vibrations

Vibrations disrupt the champagne ageing process. It is therefore advisable to store bottles in a quiet, stable place, away from sources of vibration such as household appliances.

6. Ideal shelf life

- Non-vintage champagne: can be kept for 5 to 10 years after purchase.

- Vintage Champagne: can be aged for 10 to 20 years, or even longer for certain exceptional cuvées.

📌 For a complete immersion in the world of Ruinart

👉 Discover the history and expertise of the House by visiting the Ruinart cellars in Reims, an exceptional heritage site carved into the chalk.

By following these tips, you’ll be able to enjoy a Ruinart that has been enhanced by time and is truly sublime on the palate. 🍾✨