Instagram story viewer> @quentinpaillard> Tagged
POSTS STORIES REELS TAGGED
P I E R R E  P A I L L A R D
——
One of the great privileges of Le Printemps des Champagne is being invited into the private world of some of Champagne’s most respected grower families.

This year, brothers Quentin and Antoine Paillard, the new generation now leading Champagne Pierre Paillard, hosted an intimate Masterclass and lunch at the beautiful family domaine in Bouzy, alongside sisters Justine and Marie Charlemagne, the new generation shaping Champagne Guy Charlemagne. The day brought together two grower families, two villages and two expressions of terroir around one table (📷:4).

We explored the 2025 vins clairs and the latest champagne releases: from the brothers, Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Reims alongside the sisters’ Chardonnay from Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, with thoughtful discussion around place, family heritage and the evolving and energetic vision of these producers.

The lunch prepared by the new chef at Pierre Paillard was exceptional, but the most touching moment came later in the afternoon when the Paillard brothers’ grandmother, Maguy, arrived carrying old photographs and stories from decades past (📷:8-9). With Maguy smiling, her grandsons shared that she had once “dated” Justine and Marie’s grandfather as a teenager, a beautiful reminder of just how deeply intertwined the families and friendships of Champagne truly are.

These are the moments that make Champagne so special: not only the wines, but the people, history and memories quietly passed from one generation to the next. A heartfelt thank you to Quentin & Antoine, and Justine & Marie, for such extraordinary generosity, warmth and hospitality, and for sharing not only your excellent wines, but also the stories and friendships that make Champagne so unique.

🍾 @champagne_pierre_paillard 
🍾 @champagneguycharlemagne 

#PierrePaillard #GuyCharlemagne #Bouzy #LeMesnilSurOger #LePrintempsDesChampagne
248
back to up