The climatic, geographical and geological conditions naturally indicated the best adapted grape types for the region so that, today, the two red grapes, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, and the white, Chardonnay, make up the vast majority of plantings.

Pinot Noir accounts for 39% of planted land. Perfect on the cooler, chalkier sites, this variety dominates the Montagne de Reims and the Côtes des Bar. Wines from this grape type and area show red fruit aromas and a depth of structure.
This is the variety that brings body and power to a blend.

Pinot Meunier accounts for 33% of planted land.
This vigorous variety, is especially well suited to clay soils such as those in the Marne valley, and is the most resistant to poor weather conditions.
It gives supple, fruity wines that develop a bit more rapidly over time and bring roundness to a blend.

Chardonnay is planted on 28% of the vineyard.
This is the main variety in the Côtes de Blancs, as well as certain other specific villages. Wines from Chardonnay show delicate floral, citrusy, sometimes mineral aromas and flavours. It develops slowly enough to make it an ideal grape type for long ageing.