Discover Boursault

Boursault’s distinctive attractions include the Château de Boursault, vineyards, and Champagne experiences. If you are looking for a hotel for a stay in Boursault, you can plan around these attractions: the château’s architectural history, the grape varieties, and the different wine tours each offer a distinct focus.

Château de Boursault: architectural history and setting

The Château de Boursault is a château in the Neo-Renaissance style. It was built on the ruins of a fortified castle that had belonged to the Barons de Boursault. Madame Clicquot commissioned the architect Arveuf to build it in 1843. The château overlooks the left bank of the Marne Valley, combining a specific architectural history with its setting in the landscape.

Vineyards and Champagne grape varieties

Almost all the estate’s vines are located around the Château de Boursault, within a walled clos. The winery, cellars, and wine press are also located there. The vineyards of the Champagne Château de Boursault estate feature Pinot noir, Meunier, and Chardonnay—the three traditional Champagne grape varieties. Champagne Château de Boursault is made using an artisanal method that has been preserved for four generations.

Champagne Alain David & Fils is a family-run estate in Boursault that has been in operation for four generations. At this estate, Meunier accounts for 67 percent, Pinot Noir for 16 percent, and Chardonnay for 17 percent. This gives you two different points of reference: the traditional grape selection at the Champagne Château de Boursault estate and the specific varietal proportions stated for Alain David & Fils. There, Meunier is the largest of the three listed shares.

Wine tours and tastings

Champagne Claude Michez offers a one-hour visit that includes tours of the vineyards and cellar, as well as a tasting of three cuvées. Booking details may change; check them before your trip.

The experience at Clos de Boursault includes a guided tour of the modern wine press, winery, and ageing cellars, as well as a guided walk through the vineyards. It ends with a tasting of three Le Gallais Champagne cuvées on the terrace of the Abbayes. Its glass veranda offers views across the entire Marne Valley.

The itinerary is a useful way to compare the options: the visit at Champagne Claude Michez lasts one hour. At Clos de Boursault, the guided stops and the finale on the terrace are the main focus. This can help you decide whether a stated duration or the individual activities matter most for your visit.

When planning, note the distinction between the château and the cellar: the Château de Boursault itself is not open to visitors, but a tour of its cellars can be booked. Check availability and the latest visit and booking details for the wine experiences before your trip.

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