1959

Chandon Argentina was founded in 1959

CHANDON Argentina, born of Robert-Jean de Vogüé’s original vision, broke ground in 1959 in Mendoza in the Andean foothills. From there, a world of unique sparkling wines opened up.

1973

Chandon California was founded in 1973

Napa, California was the next territory to beckon, after Robert-Jean became convinced of the potential of this region for quality sparkling. The idea was considered revolutionary both in France and in America. The United States had always been a minor market for wines and US demand for California sparkling wines was even smaller. CHANDON California was founded in 1973, betting on the emergence of a sparkling wine market, and began producing under the direction of Dawnine Dyer in terroirs found by John Wright.

1986

ESTABLISHED BY MOËT & CHANDON
IN VICTORIA’S YARRA VALLEY

Renowned Champagne House Moët & Chandon established Domaine Chandon in 1986 to produce sparkling wine of the highest quality. The Yarra Valley’s cool climate is ideally suited to growing the trio of traditional varieties used in méthode traditionnelle sparkling winemaking.

CHANDON VINTAGE BRUT 1986 IS MADE The first Chandon Vintage Brut is released. The result is a world-class sparkling wine that pays homage to its impressive origins while imparting the unique aromas, flavours and structure of the Australian terroir.

1990

THE DOMAINE CHANDON
VISITOR CENTRE OPENS

Situated in the picturesque Yarra Valley, the Domaine Chandon cellar door has become a tourist attraction, inviting over 200,000 guests through its doors every year.

2015

CHANDON AND MCLAREN HONDA,
THE TWO LEADING COMPANIES
BECAME LONG TERM ALLIES

As one of the most successful teams in Formula 1 history, McLaren meets Chandon, the vibrant sparkling wine with a boundless conquering spirit. The partnership perfectly highlights Chandon’s open spirit, “joie de vivre” and spontaneous approach to life.