FAQ · Bouzy Grand Cru
Frequently asked questions
Answers to the most common questions about storing, serving, buying and visiting for our Bouzy Grand Cru Champagnes.
Storage & ageing
- How should I store a bottle of Champagne?
- Away from light and temperature swings, ideally between 10 and 12°C, bottle lying down. A cool, dark cellar is ideal.
- Does Champagne keep for a long time?
- A non-vintage Brut is generally best enjoyed within 3 to 5 years of purchase. A more structured cuvée, such as a Bouzy Grand Cru built mainly on pinot noir, can age longer under good cellar conditions.
- Should Champagne be kept in the refrigerator?
- Not for the long term: the dry air and vibrations of a refrigerator are not ideal for ageing. Keep the fridge for the few hours before serving, to bring the bottle to temperature.
Serving & tasting
- At what temperature should Champagne be served?
- Between 8 and 10°C for classic service, slightly cooler for an extra-brut. A bucket of water and ice for about fifteen minutes is enough to reach the right temperature.
- Which glass should I use to taste Champagne?
- A tulip or white-wine glass is preferable to the flute or coupe: wider, it lets the aromas develop while preserving the effervescence.
- How do I open a bottle of Champagne properly?
- Remove the wire cage while firmly holding the cork, tilt the bottle to 45 degrees and gently turn the base, never the cork, for a controlled and quiet opening.
- When and how should a Bouzy Grand Cru be tasted?
- Our tasting guide details the three stages of tasting (eye, nose, palate) and the pointers for fully appreciating a Bouzy Grand Cru.
Buying & shipping
- How can I buy Arnaud Moreau Champagnes?
- Three options are available: pick-up directly at the estate in Bouzy, delivery within France, and international shipping. Precise arrangements (quantities, timing, conditions) are set on request via our contact form.
- Do you deliver bottles within France?
- Yes, delivery within France is possible. Contact us to discuss the arrangements suited to your order.
- Do you ship internationally?
- Yes, international shipping can be arranged on request. Arrangements vary by destination country: contact us to discuss.
Visits & gifts
- Can I taste the Champagnes at the estate?
- Yes, tastings are offered by appointment at the estate in Bouzy. Find the tasting options and their prices on our Tastings page.
- How do I book a tasting?
- Check the Tastings page to see the options on offer, then contact us to arrange a date.
- Can I offer a tasting or bottles as a gift?
- Yes, write to us via the contact form to arrange a gift, a tasting or an order to give.
- Does the estate offer accommodation nearby?
- The estate is next door to L'Iliade guest house in Bouzy, a place worth discovering to extend your wine-tourism stay in the Montagne de Reims.