Ruinart R de Ruinart Brut NV is an elegant, refined and beautifully crafted Champagne from the world’s oldest Champagne house — Chardonnay-dominant, precise and built with the extraordinary freshness, mineral character and creamy texture that has made Ruinart one of the most celebrated and distinctive Champagne houses in the world.

Ruinart was founded in 1729 — the very first Champagne house ever established — and has been producing wines of exceptional elegance and Chardonnay-driven finesse from its historic chalk cellars in Reims ever since. Owned by LVMH, Ruinart is one of the jewels of the world’s most prestigious luxury group, producing Champagne of extraordinary quality and consistency that has made it a benchmark for Chardonnay-led Champagne style.

My Wine Man

This is for someone who wants a serious, elegant Champagne from the world’s oldest and most historic house at an accessible price.

Ruinart is not just a great Champagne — it is a piece of history. Founded in 1729, it predates every other Champagne house and has been setting the standard for Chardonnay-driven Champagne elegance for nearly 300 years. R de Ruinart is the house’s signature non-vintage expression — the wine that best captures Ruinart’s philosophy of freshness, precision and Chardonnay-led elegance.

At HK$489, this is exceptional value for a Champagne of this quality, history and prestige — a wine that delivers nearly 300 years of Champagne expertise at a very honest price.

In my view, this is one of the finest non-vintage Champagnes available — elegant, precise and very complete.

What makes this wine stand out

This is all about Chardonnay-driven elegance and Ruinart’s mastery of the world’s oldest Champagne style.

White peach, lemon, pear and subtle floral notes sit at the core, with fine persistent bubbles, creamy lees texture, subtle brioche and the characteristic mineral freshness that is the unmistakable signature of great Ruinart. The palate is elegant and precise with natural acidity and a long, refined finish.

The defining feature is the Chardonnay character — Ruinart uses a higher proportion of Chardonnay than almost any other non-vintage Champagne, delivering a freshness, precision and elegance that is immediately distinctive and completely compelling.

Elegant, precise and completely compelling.

Style / drinking window

Elegant and Chardonnay-dominant with white peach, lemon, pear, subtle floral and brioche notes.

Fine bubbles, creamy texture and fresh acidity provide elegance, precision and a long, refined finish.

Drinking beautifully now — best enjoyed well-chilled as an aperitif or with the finest seafood.

Why this is a must-buy

If you want a serious, elegant Champagne from the world’s oldest house at an accessible price, this is exceptional value.

It delivers:

• nearly 300 years of Champagne history and expertise from the world’s first and oldest Champagne house
• Chardonnay-dominant elegance and freshness that is the defining signature of Ruinart’s style
• LVMH prestige and quality at a very honest price

Ideal for oysters, lobster, sashimi, fine seafood or any occasion that calls for a truly special Champagne.

Explore more Ruinart

• Ruinart Brut Rosé NV → same house / rosé expression / Pinot Noir-driven / more fruit and texture
• Ayala Brut Nature NV → zero dosage / Bollinger-owned / more mineral and bone-dry
• Ayala Brut Majeur NV → step down / Bollinger-owned / more approachable / great value

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