Oger
France
We will also pass through other famous villages such as Chouilly and Avize, in front of the largest bottles factory and near the famous "Chateau de Saran", the ultra private property where the luxury LVMH group (who owns Moët & Chandon, Dom Pérignon, Veuve Clicquot, Ruinart, Krug ...) receives its biggest customers and VIPs as well as the "Montaigu site" dedicated to the champagne making of Moët & Chandon.
Contents
8 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Oger
Welcome to Oger, one of the most picturesque and charming villages in the Côte des Blancs. While it shares the 'Grand Cru' status and the Chardonnay obsession of its neighbors like Cramant and Avize, Oger has a distinct…
Listen in the app2The Village Square and the Fountain of Flowers
At the center of Oger lies the main village square, dominated by a beautiful central fountain that is almost always overflowing with seasonal flowers. This square serves as the social heart of the community, where locals gather…
Listen in the app3The Museum of the Vineyard and the Wine
One of the highlights of Oger is the Musée du Mariage et de la Vigne (Museum of Marriage and the Vine), located in a historic house. This unique museum offers a scholarly look at the social and technical history of the region. …
Listen in the app4The Grand Cru Eastern Slopes
Let us walk toward the western edge of the village, where the houses end and the Grand Cru vineyards begin. Oger’s vineyards face predominantly east, catching the early morning sun but avoiding the harsh heat of the late…
Listen in the app5Maison Jean Milan - A Legacy of Elegance
Located in a beautiful historic mansion near the center of the village is Champagne Jean Milan, a producer that has been in Oger since 1864. This house epitomizes the elegance and tradition of the village. …
Listen in the app6The Historic Wash House (Lavoir d'Oger)
On the outskirts of the village, we find a beautifully preserved 'Lavoir' or public wash house. While not directly related to winemaking, this site provides a fascinating glimpse into the social history of Oger before modern…
Listen in the app7The Panoramic View over the Côte des Blancs
For our final stop, we head to a high point on the edge of the Oger vineyards, offering a panoramic view that takes in the entire Côte des Blancs. To the north, you can see the slopes of Avize and Cramant, and to the south, the…
Listen in the app8Closing
As we conclude our tour of Oger, I hope you carry with you the image of a village that successfully balances the beauty of its gardens with the rigor of its viticulture. Oger is a place where the 'Grand Cru' status is not just a…
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What is Oger?
Oger is a place in France with 8 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | France |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity |
| Story sections | 8 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 48.9594, 4.0225 |
| Last updated |