At Maison Lombard, we highlight the diverse expressions of Champagne terroirs through our Mono-Cru and lieu-dit cuvées. In this exploratory logic, we wanted to push back the interpretation of terroir with an inverted vision: taking inspiration from a parcel to create a spirit.

The ‘Les Ribauds’ parcel is located in Villedommange on the Montagne de Reims Ouest. It measures 39 ares, was planted with meunier grapes in 1972 and has been organic since the 2022 harvest. The result is a unique champagne cuvée that captures the aromas of its terroir: lemon, red fruit, minty freshness and sweet spices.

From this unique Champagne cuvée comes Esprit ‘Les Ribauds’ Gin, with aromas that evoke the complex nuances of this champagne. 

This organic Gin is an aromatic creation inspired by the tasting of the 2014 to 2022 vintages of the ‘Les Ribauds’ cuvée. The 6 aromas naturally present in the cuvée led to the selection of 6 botanicals: cranberry, peppermint, pink pepper, lemon peel, Damask rose and ginger. Juniper berries are also added. A base of organic grape alcohol has been used to bring vinosity and finesse to the gin.