Boizel Champagne

Boizel Champagne: A traditional house since 1834

Boizel Champagne was founded in 1834 by Auguste and Marie Boizel in Épernay one of the most famous cities in the Champagne. Their son Édouard continued the legacy and significantly advanced the development of the house. In 1860, he had huge cellars dug into the chalk cliffs of Mount Bernon and built a wine store, offices and the family home above them. These underground cellars, which are among the most impressive in the region, offer ideal conditions for maturing the fine wines.

Historical development

Édouard Boizel was a visionary and dynamic man. Through his initiative, the company expanded and established important international trading relationships, including a close partnership with the English company Hedges & Butler, founded in 1667. This business relationship lasted for over 100 years and contributed significantly to the success of Boizel Champagne.

However, the First and Second World Wars left their mark. Expropriation and destruction meant that only the cellars of Boizel remained after 1945. Nevertheless, the house managed to recover. In 1972, Christophe Roques-Boizel, Evelyne's husband, joined the company as general manager under Erica's chairmanship. Evelyne Roques-Boizel succeeded her mother as Chairman of the Board in 1984.

The rescue from liquidation and the rise to Boizel Chanoine Champagne

In the early 1990s, Boizel Champagne ran into financial difficulties. In 1994, the company Paillard Baijot Investments became involved and saved Boizel from liquidation. However, the Roques-Boizel family retained around 45% of the shares, allowing for an equal partnership. In the same year, Boizel merged with Chanoine, another renowned champagne house, to form the Boizel Chanoine Champagne Group.

Expansion and acquisitions

From the mid-1990s, the group expanded rapidly:

• 1996: Placement on the Second Marché through a new share issue.
• 1997: Acquisition of Champagne Philipponnat, known for its famous vineyards Le Clos des Goisses.
• 1998: Acquisition of Champagne de Venoge and Alexandre Bonnet, with the important vineyard in Riceys.
• 2006: Acquisition of Champagne Lanson and Maison Burtin (formerly Marne et Champagne), making the group one of the leaders in the champagne market.

Renaming to LANSON-BCC

In 2010, the Boizel Chanoine Champagne Group was renamed LANSON-BCC to better reflect its international dimension. Evelyne Roques-Boizel is now the fifth generation to run the Boizel Champagne House, continuing the family tradition.

The Joyau de France: the flagship of Boizel Champagne

The Joyau de France is the flagship of Champagne Boizel. This cuvée was first created by René Boizel in 1961 and is characterised by its exceptional quality and elegance. Joyau de France is only produced in the best years and is made from a careful selection of the best grapes from the best vineyards.

This fine cuvée matures for at least ten years in the chalk cellars of Boizel before being released onto the market. The wine is characterised by its complexity, its fine aromas of ripe fruit and spices and its remarkable longevity. Joyau de France has won numerous awards and is recognised as one of the best champagnes in the world.

Current information on vineyards and headquarters

Today, Champagne Boizel Champagne has around 7 hectares of vines spread across some of the best sites in Champagne, including Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards in the Montagne de ReimsCôte des Blancs and Vallée de la Marne. These vineyards provide the high-quality grapes that are used to produce the exquisite champagnes from Boizel.

The head office of Champagne Boizel is still located in Épernaythe historic capital of Champagne. The address is: 46 Avenue de Champagne, 51200 Épernay, France. Here, visitors are warmly welcomed and can take part in guided tours of the historic cellars and vineyards, discover the secrets of champagne production and, of course, taste the exquisite champagnes from Boizel.

Conclusion

Boizel Champagne is a house with a long and proud history that has been synonymous with quality and tradition for almost two centuries. Under the direction of Evelyne Roques-Boizel and with the support of the LANSON-BCC Group, Boizel has cemented its position as one of the most prestigious champagne houses in the world. With the Joyau de France as its flagship and an ongoing commitment to excellence, Boizel remains a symbol of the fine art of champagne making.