With a long history of innovation, Moët & Chandon continually perfects its production methods, especially during the all-important grape harvest period, always with a single-minded focus on enhancing the quality of the champagne. Vincent Chaperon and Gurvan Jouan, a duo who blend expertise in oenology, R&D and engineering, talk about this tradition of innovation.
Innovation has been a defining value at Moët & Chandon right from the very beginnings in 1743, a drive that has remained as powerful as ever over the centuries. Innovation has always guided the renowned champagne House, from Raoul Chandon de Briailles—who discovered a technique to fight phylloxera at the end of the 19th century—to the Wine Credo, strong principles that define its core values.
“All winemaking métiers are inherently innovative and creative, and this is especially true at Moët & Chandon,” says Vincent Chaperon, Head of the Research and Development unit of the Oenology Department.