Ruinart

Ruinart is the oldest Champagne house in the world and is synonymous with refinement, elegance, and the pure expression of Chardonnay. Founded in Reims, the house has developed over the centuries into an absolute benchmark for Blanc de Blancs Champagne . Ruinart combines historical depth with a modern, light style and is among the most respected names in Champagne .

What is Ruinart?

Ruinart is a French champagne house distinguished by its strong focus on Chardonnay and elegance. Unlike many other large houses, Ruinart doesn't focus on power or volume, but on finesse, freshness, and a recognizable, pure signature. Ruinart Blanc de Blancs, in particular, is considered a benchmark in this style worldwide.

What is Champagne House Ruinart known for? Refined, elegant champagne with a clear focus on Chardonnay and Blanc de Blancs.

Origin and history

Ruinart was founded in 1729 by Nicolas Ruinart , inspired by his uncle, Dom Thierry Ruinart, a monk who early recognized the potential of sparkling wine. This makes Ruinart the oldest officially recognized Champagne house in the world.

From the beginning, the house focused on quality and prestige. In the 18th and 19th centuries, Ruinart became a household name at European courts. The house's historic cellars, known as crayères, date back to Roman times and are now a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Today, Ruinart is part of Moët Hennessy , within the LVMH group, where the house has fully retained its own style and identity.

Origin and vineyards

Ruinart works with grapes from the best parts of Champagne, with a clear emphasis on the Côte des Blancs and other chalky areas. These provenances are essential to the house's fresh, mineral style.

The calcareous soils provide:

• high acidity
• refined aromas
• tension and length
• excellent maturing potential

Through careful selection of plots, Ruinart can guarantee its recognisable style every year.

Grapes and style

Chardonnay is at the heart of Ruinart's style. This grape gives the champagnes their light color, fresh structure, and elegant aroma.

Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier are used as supporting grapes, mainly to add structure and balance, but never to overpower the freshness.

Ruinart's style is characterized by:

• finesse and lightness
• fresh acids
• subtle complexity
• elegant mousse
• great drinkability

Ruinart champagnes are refined, but always accessible.

Traditional method

Ruinart makes all its champagnes according to the traditional method , with a second fermentation in the bottle. The champagnes are aged for a long time on the lees, which creates a soft mousse and added complexity.

At Ruinart, this method is used to enhance elegance, not add heaviness. Time and patience play a central role in the style of the house.

Styles and cuvées

Ruinart is best known for Ruinart Blanc de Blancs , a pure expression of Chardonnay that is considered a benchmark worldwide within this style. The house also produces Ruinart Rosé , a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in a refined, gastronomic champagne.

The vintage cuvées also demonstrate the house's cellaring potential and depth, without deviating from its elegant signature.

Storage and serving

Ruinart champagnes are excellent for drinking young because of their freshness, but can also develop beautifully in the bottle, especially the Blanc de Blancs and vintage cuvées.

Serving temperature is ideally around 8–10 degrees Celsius. For older or more complex cuvées, serving slightly warmer can add extra nuance.

Buy Ruinart at Perfectewijn.nl

At Perfecte Wijn, you'll find Ruinart for those seeking champagne with finesse, history, and a distinct Chardonnay signature. Ruinart is ideal for lovers of elegant Blanc de Blancs and stylish champagne for special occasions.