Maison Lanson

Maison Lanson was founded in 1760 in Reims, making it one of the oldest Champagne houses still in operation. In 1837, a partnership with Jean-Baptiste Lanson led to the renaming of the house as Lanson et Cie. From its earliest years, the house focused heavily on export markets, a commercial orientation that shaped its identity. The cellars served as a refuge for local residents during both World Wars, and the house received a royal warrant as official supplier to the British royal court in 1900, a distinction it held for 122 years until 2022.

• Founded 1760 in Reims
• Renamed Lanson et Cie in 1837 after Jean-Baptiste Lanson partnership
• Royal warrant holder for the British royal family from 1900 to 2022
• Cellars opened as civilian refuge during both World Wars

The defining technical signature of Lanson is the blocking of malolactic fermentation (MLF). While the majority of Champagne producers encourage MLF to convert sharp malic acid into softer lactic acid, Lanson deliberately prevents this conversion. The result is wines with vibrant, elevated acidity, a crisp freshness, and a pronounced fruitiness that sets them apart from much of the region. This approach demands a substantial reserve wine program to balance the wines over time; Lanson maintains a reserve wine collection dating back to 1904. Hervé Dantan joined Lanson in 2013 and became Cellar Master in 2015.

• Malolactic fermentation is blocked, retaining high levels of malic acid
• Style is defined by crisp acidity, freshness, and fruit-forward character
• Reserve wine collection extends back to 1904, supporting blend consistency
• Hervé Dantan joined in 2013 and became Cellar Master in 2015

Lanson owns 60 hectares of vineyards and accesses an additional 400-plus hectares through grower partnerships. The soils are classic Champagne limestone and chalk, sitting within a cold, continental climate. The three Champagne grapes, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier, are all cultivated across these holdings. A notable property is Clos Lanson, a 1-hectare walled vineyard situated within the city of Reims itself. In 2010, Lanson acquired Domaine de la Malmaison, a 16-hectare biodynamic vineyard, signalling a commitment to sustainable viticulture alongside its traditional practices.

• 60 hectares owned; 400+ hectares accessed through partnerships
• Limestone and chalky soils across a cold, continental climate
• Clos Lanson is a 1-hectare walled vineyard inside Reims city limits
• Domaine de la Malmaison, acquired in 2010, is farmed biodynamically across 16 hectares

Lanson currently produces approximately 3.5 million bottles annually, placing it firmly among the larger Champagne houses. The house is part of the Lanson-BCC group, which owns multiple Champagne houses. Bruno Paillard serves as group CEO. The house produces rosé Champagne and has maintained its status as an export-focused producer since its founding. As a Grande Marque, it is recognised as one of the prestige tier of Champagne producers.

• Produces approximately 3.5 million bottles per year
• Part of the Lanson-BCC group, which owns multiple Champagne houses
• Bruno Paillard serves as CEO of the Lanson-BCC group
• Produces rosé Champagne as part of its range