Champagne Laval-Louïs

Practical information for visiting Champagne Laval-Louis

Find here all the essential information for your visit to Champagne Laval-Louis in Cumières: prices, opening hours, access, and reservations for “At the Winemaker’s Table”.

Champagne Laval-Louis: Premier Cru and independent winemaker

Located in Cumières, just 3 km from Épernay, this family-owned estate manages 4.4 hectares of sustainably farmed vineyards (HVE certified). Here, there are no industrial circuits: you are welcomed directly by the Laval family. It is the perfect place to discover the craft of an independent winemaker in the Grande Vallée de la Marne.

Traditional pressing and hand disgorging

The experience focuses on technique and craftsmanship:

• The traditional press: the estate’s central tool (in use since 1920) for precise juice extraction.
• The vaulted cellar: where the Premier Cru cuvées mature.
• The technical gesture: the estate still practices disgorgement à la volée (manual removal of the sediment), a rare demonstration you can observe during your visit.

Highlights of your Laval-Louis experience

This family experience emphasizes direct contact with the winemaker and the discovery of artisanal Champagne methods:

• At the Winemaker’s Table: the estate’s flagship experience. A full Champagne lunch served on-site, pairing the house cuvées with local specialties.
• Tasting: guided tasting of 3 Champagnes, including the Philippe-Louïs cuvée (100% Chardonnay) and the Julia cuvée.
• On-site accommodation: the estate offers three guest rooms with views of the garden and the Cumières vineyards.
• Reservations: for At the Winemaker’s Table, tasting or a cellar tour, book directly through Champagne Booking to secure your place.

FAQ - 10 questions & answers

Where is Champagne Laval-Louis located exactly?
The estate is in Cumières, a Premier Cru village, just 3 km from Épernay, in the heart of the Grande Vallée de la Marne.

What is the “La Table du Vigneron” experience?
It is an immersive experience starting with a guided walk through the estate’s vineyards, followed by a tour of the traditional press and cellars, and ending with a Champagne lunch on-site, where the house cuvées are paired with local specialties.

Do I need to book in advance for a visit or tasting?
Yes, booking is essential via Champagne Booking. As a family estate, visits are organized to ensure the winemaker is available during your visit.

Can I see the traditional press during the visit?
Yes, the estate still uses its traditional press from 1920. It is central to the explanation of the slow, high-quality pressing practiced by the Laval family.

Does the estate offer on-site accommodation?
Yes, Champagne Laval-Louis has three guest rooms classified as Gîtes de France, located directly on the estate in Cumières.

What are the estate’s signature cuvées?
The estate produces Premier Cru Champagnes, notably the Philippe Louïs cuvée (100% Chardonnay) and the Julia cuvée, reflecting the typical character of the Cumières terroir.

Is the visit accessible to people with reduced mobility?
The press and tasting room are on the ground floor. Access to the cellars is via stairs; please contact us via Champagne Booking for any special arrangements.

Do you really practice disgorgement à la volée?
Yes, the Laval family continues this manual tradition. A demonstration of disgorgement à la volée (manual sediment removal) is included depending on the chosen experience.

What are the estate’s opening hours?
The estate welcomes visitors by appointment from Monday to Saturday. Available slots for visits and La Table du Vigneron can be checked in real time on Champagne Booking.

Are children allowed during the experience?
Yes, children are welcome. A non-alcoholic alternative, such as artisanal grape juice from the estate, is offered to minors during adult tastings.