Rilly la Montagne is just 7 miles (11km) from Reims and its grand Champagne houses. It is in a Grand Cru Champagne classification on the slopes of the Montagne de Reims, The village is noted for its wines featuring Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir from north-facing slopes.
Just a few miles south of the Champagne capital of Reims (51 Marne, Grand Est) is a stylish hotel surrounded by vineyards.
Chateau de Rilly is the place to discover the Champagne-Ardenne and the regional natural park (Parc Naturel Régional de la Montagne de Reims). Hotel Chateau de Rilly is an old 18th century Champagne house in a privileged location in the heart of the Champagne vineyards. It offers a restaurant, bar and spa, with elegant and spacious en-suite rooms.There is a terrace with views over the vines and the village. You” have to see the impressive wine cellar with Champagnes from local producers and the Grandes Marques. The Chateau is just 650 metres from Rilly-la-Montagne SNCF Train Station on the Epernay–Reims line.
Champagne may be made from a blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier or Chardonnay grapes. It is called Blanc de Blancs when made exclusively from white grapes – i.e. Chardonnay. – although Chardonnay is not predominant in Ay. You pay more for vintage Champagne which is often the base for very special cuvées, but most Champagne is NV (Non-Vintage).
see also:
Les Bulles Dorees B&B
B&B Les Bulles Dorées with a large living room with panoramic views of the vineyards, sample a delicious breakfast with champagne in the sunroom or soak up the quiet in the heart of the garden …The guest house “Les Bulles Dorées” is a quiet retreat in the vineyard, a haven of peace.and
self-catering Gite Rilly-la-Montagne, sleeping 4 and with sun terrace and views over the village and vineyard
Champagne may be made from a blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier or Chardonnay grapes. It is called Blanc de Blancs when made exclusively from white grapes – i.e. Chardonnay. – although Chardonnay is not predominant in Ay. You pay more for vintage Champagne which is often the base for very special cuvées, but most Champagne is NV (Non-Vintage).
nearest airport: Paris CDG(80 miles/130km)
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