• Vintage map with decorative border and text on a pink background
  • Map of Epernay and surrounding areas with labeled towns and roads.
  • Vintage map of Champagne with decorative title text, 1891.
  • Decorative vintage-style map of Champagne with intricate border and text on a pink background
  • Vintage map with decorative border and text on a pink background
  • Vintage map with decorative frame on a pink background
  • Vintage map with decorative border and text, showing a section of a route with landmarks.
1 7

Vintage wine map of Champagne, 1891

SKU:  195304

Vintage wine map of Champagne, 1891

€69,02 EUR
€69,02 EUR
Sale Sold out
Tax included. Shipping calculated at checkout.

This elegant late-19th-century wine map of Champagne, titled Carte Vinicole de la Champagne (1891), presents a detailed and decorative view of the vineyards surrounding the historic town of Épernay—one of the most important centers of the Champagne trade. Created during a period when the prestige of Champagne was rapidly expanding worldwide, the map combines cartographic precision with ornamental artistry typical of French wine atlases of the era.

The composition highlights the fertile valley of the Marne River, which winds across the landscape and shapes the distribution of vineyards. Surrounding towns and villages such as Hautvillers, Cumières, Ay-Champagne, and Avize are carefully marked, reflecting their historic roles in the production of high-quality grapes used in Champagne wines. Many of these villages are now recognized among the region’s celebrated crus.

The map distinguishes vineyard areas with soft color shading, allowing viewers to visualize the concentration of wine-growing land across the rolling hills of the Montagne de Reims and the renowned Côte des Blancs. These slopes, with their chalky soils and favorable sun exposure, form the agricultural foundation of the sparkling wines that made Champagne famous.

Decoratively, the map is framed by an ornate border and crowned by a heraldic emblem, reflecting the pride and heritage associated with Champagne’s viticultural landscape. On the left side, an elaborate cartouche bearing the title Carte Vinicole de la Champagne reinforces the document’s purpose as both a scientific reference and an artistic presentation piece.

Originally produced as a photographic reproduction of a large wall map displayed in Épernay, this chart served merchants, producers, and wine enthusiasts seeking a clearer understanding of vineyard geography. Today it offers collectors and historians a fascinating glimpse into the structure of the Champagne wine region at the end of the nineteenth century.

Both informative and visually refined, this vintage wine map captures the enduring legacy of Champagne’s vineyards and the cultural importance of the region’s celebrated sparkling wine tradition.

Materials

Cotton canvas, matte photo paper, fine art paper, pigmented inks.

  • The canvas it's 99 % cotton, 450 gr/sqm;
  • The matte photo paper it's acid-free (archival paper), 190 gr/sqm;
  • The fine art photo paper it's satinated (semi-glossy), 140 gr/sqm.

Shipping & Returns

Dispatching time: 1-2 days.

* Standard shipping fee: The orders will be sent by priority registered mail, usually via client National Post (USPS, Canada Post, Royal Mail, LaPoste, Deutsche Post, PostNL, etc). The delivery times are not guaranteed, sometimes it will take longer and these are beyond our control. Tracking number will be provided. Clients from US and Canada cannot track the parcels as the tracking numbers are not rolled in USPS and Canada Post systems.

* UPS standard: The orders will be sent with UPS expedited option. The delivery time it's between 5-11 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

* UPS express: The orders will be sent with UPS express saver. The delivery time it's between 4-7 days. Tracking number will be provided after dispatch.

Framing tips

Both type of materials, paper and canvas prints come rolled and will be need to be taken to your local framers.

The image it's printed with a border of 0.6 " (1.5 cm), for framing purposes only.

If you have already a frame, be sure you send us the exact size of the print that will fit inside the frame. We're printing on vectorial plotters so the size could slightly be more or less with 0.4" (1 cm).

If you plan to have the canvas print stretched on wooden frame, you'll need additional border, so please let us know after placing the order.

The images above was cropped from the image at the biggest size available (keeping the best quality and aspect /ratio), so, for good details please choose biggest dimensions that will suit your preferences / space.

Care Instructions

The print media (canvas or photo paper) could be cleaned only with a dry, soft cloth.

View full details

Wine maps

Explore the rich history of wine through centuries-old maps. Dive into the heritage, culture, and geography of wine regions with our collection of vintage wine maps.

These meticulously preserved historical treasures offer a window into the evolution of viticulture, showcasing how wine regions have transformed over the centuries.

  • Gastronomic maps

    Dive into a world of culinary exploration with our collection of gastronomic maps – your passport to gastronomic adventures like no other. Discover the intricate art of cheese-making and the exquisite world of gourmet delights through our meticulously curated Cheese Maps and Gastronomic Maps.

  • Empires maps

    Travel through history as you explore the territorial expanse, conquests, and cultural influences of some of the world's most powerful civilizations. Our antique maps bring the epic tales of empires to life, offering a captivating glimpse into the rise and fall of these extraordinary realms. See all empires maps >