Méthode Champenoise, also known as the traditional method, is a time-honored winemaking technique originating in France's Champagne region, where it was developed in the 17th century. This process revolutionized sparkling wine production by mastering the art of in-bottle fermentation. The method became synonymous with elegance and celebration, cementing Champagne's global reputation for exceptional quality. Today, it remains the gold standard for crafting premium sparkling wines, embodying centuries of French tradition and expertise. At Gruet, we have honored our French roots, producing our sparkling wines in New Mexico using the traditional method since the 1980’s.