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The history of the de Cazanove family dates back to the 16th century.

At that time, a glassmaker from the Bigault de Cazanove family travelled to Venice, the world centre of glass, to improve his knowledge and craft.

On his return, he brought back with him his expertise, which has been passed down from generation to generation.

History

1811

One of the descendants of this family of master glassmakers, Charles Gabriel, a young man of 24, founded his Champagne House Charles de Cazanove in Avize, in the heart of the Côte des Blancs, in 1811. He chose to keep only the name Cazanove as a tribute to his grandfather and his trip to Venice (Casanova, i.e. Nouvelle Maison, francisé en Cazanove). His son, Charles Nicolas, made a major contribution to the growth of the brand. The House supplied the French presidents of the Third Republic, Mac-Mahon, Sadi Carnot and Emile Loubet, among others.

1902

In 1902, Edward VII, King of the United Kingdom, had Charles de Cazanove Champagne specially imported from France with his personal label.

The men of the eponymous family succeeded one another and developed the House. Roger de Cazanove and his brother Hubert were killed in the First World War. Amaury de Cazanove became Chairman of the company in 1954. His arrival was accompanied by the acquisition of a stake in the company by non-family members. Subsequently, the company passed through several hands in a series of takeovers.

2004

In 2004, the Rapeneau family, in Champagne since 1901, acquired Maison Charles de Cazanove. This marked the beginning of a new era of stability and renaissance for the brand, and its anchoring in Reims’ historic quarter.

Vignoble

The Rapeneau family has been growing vines for 4 generations. The family vineyard have been HVE (High Environmental Value) certified since 2021. 35 hectares are dedicated to Charles de Cazanove champagnes.

The House has also forged solid links with winegrowers selected for their expertise and their high standards of supply.

The grapes come mainly from villages on the Montagne de Reims: Chamery, Ecueil, Champillon, Dizy, Ambonnay, Bouzy, Louvois, Sermiers, Mutigny, Taissy, Fontaine / Ay, Tauxières. This close collaboration contributes to the House’s style.