Champagne house
Champagne A. Lété
Rue Ernest Vallée 9, 51480 Damery, France
House history
The House of A. Lété, located in Damery at the heart of the Vallée de la Marne, has a history dating back to 1890, when Jeanne, the daughter of peasant winegrowers, married Auguste and created Champagne A. Lété with him. After Auguste's death, their son Jacques took over the business at 18 with his mother's support. In 1975, Philippe, Jacques' son, and his wife Annick took over the estate and developed the vineyard between Damery and Fleury la Rivière. Since 2010, Laetitia and Frédéric have been managing the House with dedication and passion. The story particularly highlights the central role of the women in the family, notably Jeanne, whose courage and tenacity shaped the House. The text also mentions the recent arrival of Clara and Tom, the 5th generation, bringing energy, enthusiasm, and modernity to the family business.
Tasting experience
The house indicates that it welcomes visitors to share its experiences and workshops, with reservations possible by email, phone, or via the reservation tab. On the contact page, it invites you to book a tasting and specifies that its vineyard opens its doors to taste its champagnes either indoors or outdoors, near the vines. It asks to be notified by email or to arrive during the indicated hours to ensure the best welcome. The estate also welcomes motorhome travelers from the France-Passion network for one night, with arrival between 3:30 PM and 5:00 PM. The gardens are closed on Sunday evenings from October 15 to March 15.
Contact
Rue Ernest Vallée 9, 51480 Damery, France