Veritable underground cathedrals dating back to the Gallo-Roman period, some of them boasting monumental bas reliefs sculpted in the chalk. An exceptional tour at 30 metres below ground, where you can also admire the works of art of the latest contemporary art exhibition.
They were then turned into areas of shelter or exclusion and only occasional collapses were reminiscent of them. More than 60 chalk pits are interlinked in this way by more than 18 kilometres of galleries. The tradition initiated by Madame Pommery consists in giving these galleries the name of all the metropolises of the universe when they are conquered by Pommery. From the 19th century onwards, the love of arts and the perceptive policy of Madame Pommery were characterised by key strengths: The building of the Domaine Pommery in Reims, the invention of Champagne Brut in but also the immoderate support of art.
Since , Pommery has revived this tradition and created a new mode of expression for artists by opening the doors of its estate and its Gallo-Roman chalk pits. The property is a unique expression of close co-operation between architects, cabinet makers and decorators united by the same inspiration, between Art Nouveau and Art Deco.
Discover the incredible history of this unique residence which had been abandoned for a long time. Drawing on documents from historical archives, a team of contractors worked for almost four years on the refurbishment of the entire building.
Thanks to their know-how, these artisans have revived the splendour of the mural decorations drawn with a pencil, revealed again the floral and geometric motifs of the stained-glass windows. The Master Class will offer you the keys to the making of the Pommery champagnes.
