The Drappier family tree can be traced back to the 17th century, with the birth of Rémy Drappier in 1604. However, it was only in 1808 that the family began dedicating itself to vine growing and Champagne production, when François, an ancestor of the Drappier family, settled in Urville. In 1988, deep cellars that had been excavated around Reims during the reign of Napoleon III became the property of the family. It is in these underground tunnels that Drappier’s most valuable bottles are stored, in particular the Grande Sendrée, which has been perfected over time.
Now in its 8th generation, the estate owns 62 hectares of vineyards, together with another 50 hectares farmed by local winegrowers. The Drappier estate also includes old orchards, a vegetable garden, and a farm, and has been awarded “Carbon Neutral” certification.