Ruinart is the oldest established champagne house, founded in 1729 in Reims. The house style centers on Chardonnay, with the Blanc de Blancs as its signature wine and Dom Ruinart as its prestige cuvee. Ruinart ages its wines in UNESCO-designated Gallo-Roman crayeres beneath Reims. The house is owned by LVMH and maintains an active contemporary art commissioning program.
As the oldest established Champagne house, Ruinart carries an unparalleled heritage dating to 1729, predating even the most celebrated maisons. Founded by Nicolas Ruinart, a nephew of the Benedictine monk Dom Thierry Ruinart, the house has maintained an unwavering commitment to Chardonnay-driven elegance that defines its distinctive house style. The Blanc de Blancs remains a benchmark of refinement, while the prestige Dom Ruinart cuvee demonstrates exceptional complexity and aging potential. Under LVMH stewardship, Ruinart has balanced accessibility with exclusivity admirably, though purists may note increased commercial visibility. The house's commitment to sustainability, including innovative second-skin packaging, reflects modern luxury values. The historic crayeres chalk cellars, a UNESCO World Heritage site, add immeasurable prestige. While pricing remains relatively approachable at entry level compared to peers like Krug, the Dom Ruinart expressions command"and deserve"premium positioning. A house that honors tradition while embracing contemporary luxury sensibilities.
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