Canard-Duchêne cellar tour, sabering experience and Champagne tasting

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Discover the secrets of Champagne production and master the traditional art of sabering during this guided tour at Canard-Duchêne, a historic Champagne House in the Premier Cru village of LudesBegin with a guided tour through part of the House's six kilometres of cellars, where you'll learn about the history of Canard-Duchêne and the key stages of Champagne production. The highlight of the visit is an introduction to the art of sabering, the traditional technique of opening a Champagne bottle with a sabre. After a technical demonstration and expert guidance, you'll have the opportunity to perform the sabering yourself in the estate's park.The experience concludes with a tasting of the sabred Champagne. Weather permitting, you'll also enjoy a guided walk through the surrounding vineyards, offering further insight into the renowned terroir of the Champagne region.
Highlights
- You’ll explore historic Champagne cellars at Canard-Duchêne in the Premier Cru village of Ludes
- It’s a guided experience revealing the secrets of traditional Champagne production
- You’ll learn and practice the art of sabering a Champagne bottle with expert guidance
- It’s a tasting experience featuring sabred Champagne in the heart of the Montagne de Reims
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Facilities
Free cancellation
mobile
2 hours
Available in English, French
What's included
- Guided tour
- Wine tasting
Where you'll meet
Please make your way to the vineyard in Ludes.
Important information
Know in advance:
* The minimum age required to participate is 18 years old
* The temperature in the cellars may reach 10 degrees, so please dress accordingly
* There are 130 steps down and up the cellar without a lift
* For visitors with reduced mobility, a film that retraces the history of Canard-Duchêne and the production of Champagne wines may be offered