Champagne Delamotte

Maison Delamotte was established in 1760 by François Delamotte in Reims, making it the fifth oldest house in the Champagne region. The house moved its operations to Le Mesnil-sur-Oger in the late 18th century under Alexandre Delamotte to be closer to its primary grape sources. In 1927, Marie-Louise de Nonancourt took control of the house, and her son Charles managed it for four decades starting in 1948. The estate joined the Laurent-Perrier Group in 1988, which brought it under the same ownership as the adjacent Champagne Salon. Today, Didier Depond serves as the president of both houses, maintaining a partnership between the two historical brands.

The estate is based in the heart of the Côte des Blancs, where it focuses on the production of Chardonnay. Vineyard sourcing is restricted to Grand Cru sites, specifically Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger, Avize, and Cramant, with additional fruit from Chouilly and Oiry. Winemaking is characterized by a commitment to purity, with all fermentations taking place in stainless steel tanks to ensure no oak flavors mask the fruit. This process highlights the chalky soil characteristics inherent to the region. The wines are aged for an average of three to six years on the lees before disgorgement, and the house employs a low dosage across its entire range to preserve a linear and mineral-driven style.

Delamotte is best known for its Blanc de Blancs, which is available in both non-vintage and vintage formats. Other cuvées include a Brut NV, a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and a Rosé crafted using the saignée method from Grand Cru Pinot Noir sourced from the Montagne de Reims. Due to its shared viticultural and winemaking teams with Champagne Salon, the house is often referred to as a sister label to that prestige brand. It is considered a benchmark for high-quality, Chardonnay-focused champagne that emphasizes elegance and site-specific character over broad power.