{"id":111327,"date":"2026-04-15T09:58:04","date_gmt":"2026-04-15T09:58:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/?post_type=articles&p=111327"},"modified":"2026-04-15T09:58:04","modified_gmt":"2026-04-15T09:58:04","slug":"comte-de-montaigne-maison-stephane-revol-interview-champagne","status":"publish","type":"articles","link":"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/comte-de-montaigne-maison-stephane-revol-interview-champagne\/","title":{"rendered":"GRAZIA Exclusive: Inside Maison Montaigne \u2014 How Comte de Montaigne Is Redefining Champagne Through Heart, Heritage, & a Bold Milan Vision"},"content":{"rendered":"
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The first thing St\u00e9phane Revol tells me, standing inside Maison Montaigne in Milan, is simple, almost disarmingly so.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou always have to follow your heart,\u201d he says. \u201cSo you don\u2019t have remorse.\u201d<\/p>\n

It\u2019s the kind of statement that could feel like a platitude \u2014 until you spend time with him, walk through the space he\u2019s built, and begin to understand that for Comte de Montaigne<\/a>, \u201cheart\u201d is not a metaphor. It\u2019s a framework. One that shapes everything from how their champagne is made to where, against all tradition, the Maison has chosen to plant its global flag.<\/p>\n

\"St\u00e9phane
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Because in a category where legacy is often tied to place, Revol made a decision that still feels quietly radical: instead of anchoring Comte de Montaigne\u2019s international presence in Paris, he chose Milan.<\/p>\n

\u201cFor love,\u201d he tells me. \u201cTo give back to Milano the love that I receive. I love Milano. So I decided to open the Maison not in Paris, but in Milano.\u201d<\/p>\n

It wasn\u2019t just emotional \u2014 it was, in his words, \u201ca big choice… very courageous and futurist.\u201d And more than anything, it was intentional. \u201cWhat is important is always to be unique, iconic, and exclusive,\u201d he says. \u201cAnd we decided to create something not about the champagne \u2014 but about the beauty in general.\u201d<\/p>\n

A Champagne House Rooted in the Heart of France<\/h2>\n
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Before Milan, before Maison Montaigne, there is the Aube<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If you look at a map of France, it sits almost exactly where the heart would be \u2014 and for Comte de Montaigne, that symbolism feels intentional. This is where the Maison\u2019s story begins, in the C\u00f4te des Bar, a region defined by its rolling vineyards, mineral-rich soil, and a legacy that dates back centuries. It\u2019s said that in the 13th century, Thibaut IV, Count of Champagne, returned from the Crusades with one of the first Chardonnay vines planted in the region \u2014 a gesture that would shape the future of Champagne itself.<\/p>\n

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Today, that sense of origin still defines the Maison.<\/p>\n

Comte de Montaigne has long positioned itself as a vineyard champagne, where the identity of the wine is led first by the land and the people who cultivate it. As Revol explains it, \u201cComte de Montaigne is first of all a territory… grapes and people who put all their effort and love in what they do.\u201d<\/p>\n

That philosophy extends all the way through to the glass. While many producers prioritize speed, Comte de Montaigne leans into time \u2014 producing Cuv\u00e9es de Prestige that are elegant, mineral, and structured, with a strong Pinot Noir backbone balanced by Chardonnay. The result is a champagne defined by freshness, complexity, and a quiet confidence that comes from patience.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur champagne takes six years,\u201d Revol tells me. \u201cFrom the harvest to be delivered at the best table in the world. Why? Because for me, it\u2019s the time the wine needs to arrive at its apogee. You have to respect the time of the wine.\u201d<\/p>\n

Three Values, One Philosophy<\/h2>\n
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At its core, Comte de Montaigne is built on three pillars<\/a>: Heart, Authenticity, and Bon Vivre.<\/p>\n

They\u2019re not just words \u2014 they\u2019re operational.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen you make something with heart, you make it well,\u201d Revol shares. \u201cIf you love what you do, with passion, with heart, you can arrive near perfection.\u201d<\/p>\n

For him, Heart is about passion, but also responsibility \u2014 to the product, to the people, and to the legacy he will one day pass on to his children. That responsibility shows up most clearly in how he speaks about the people behind the brand.<\/p>\n

\u201cAt Comte de Montaigne, it\u2019s very important to take care of each kind of employee,\u201d he tells me. He recalls a campaign the Maison created \u2014 an Oscar-inspired concept where vineyard workers were styled as actors and actresses, placed front and center. \u201cWhen you say you have these values, you have to show,\u201d he says. \u201cWe try each day to demonstrate that.\u201d<\/p>\n

Authenticity, meanwhile, is something he is fiercely protective of \u2014 not just in craftsmanship, but in experience.<\/p>\n

\u201cAuthenticity needs to be protected,\u201d he explains. \u201cWith a pure way to think.\u201d And for Comte de Montaigne, that purity is rooted in artisanal heritage \u2014 the generational knowledge, the patience, and the respect for traditional methods that define true luxury in Europe.<\/p>\n

Maison Montaigne: Where Champagne Meets Culture<\/h2>\n
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That philosophy comes to life inside Maison Montaigne.<\/p>\n

Hidden in the heart of Milan<\/a>, the space feels less like a headquarters and more like a private residence \u2014 a refined, art-filled environment where every detail has been considered. Sculptural works, custom furnishings, and layered textures create a space that invites you to slow down.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe wanted to create something not about the champagne,\u201d the champagne virtuoso tells me as we walk through. \u201cWe speak about art, about design, about architecture, about photography… this place is to defend these values of authenticity, heart, and bon vivre.\u201d<\/p>\n

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But Maison Montaigne is more than a beautiful space \u2014 it\u2019s a strategic one.<\/p>\n

Designed as an international hub, it acts as a meeting point for global conversations, where leaders across industries \u2014 from culture to business to hospitality \u2014 come together not for transactions, but for connection.<\/p>\n

And notably, access cannot be bought.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou have a lot of companies that want to pay to come here,\u201d Revol admits. \u201cI say no. You can’t pay anything. Because when you start to sell something about experience… you lose the authenticity.\u201d<\/p>\n

In a world where luxury is often monetized at every touchpoint, it\u2019s a philosophy that feels almost radical \u2014 and entirely aligned with the Maison\u2019s values.<\/p>\n

Why Milan \u2014 and Why Now<\/h2>\n
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For Revol, choosing Milan was not about departure \u2014 it was about evolution.<\/p>\n

\u201cAll the other Champagne Maisons are in Paris,\u201d the Comte de Montaigne CEO says. \u201cI made a unique, avant-garde choice.\u201d But the reasoning runs deeper. He sees Milan as a natural extension of the Maison\u2019s identity \u2014 a city where craftsmanship, culture, and creativity intersect.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn Europe, we have this heritage of artisan,\u201d he tells me. \u201cThis know-how… it\u2019s what allows us to create something exceptional.\u201d<\/p>\n

Positioning Comte de Montaigne between France and Italy isn\u2019t about leaving tradition behind \u2014 it\u2019s about expanding it. About taking centuries of knowledge and placing it in a contemporary, global context.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou have to respect the past,\u201d he says with intention. \u201cBut you cannot stay 100 years ago. You have to live in the future.\u201d<\/p>\n

A Godmother, Not an Ambassador<\/h2>\n
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That future is also being shaped through one of the Maison\u2019s most meaningful partnerships: Veronica Berti Bocelli<\/a>.<\/p>\n

\u201cShe\u2019s not an opinion leader,\u201d Revol tells me. \u201cShe\u2019s a godmother.\u201d<\/p>\n

The distinction is intentional.<\/p>\n

A godmother doesn\u2019t just represent a brand \u2014 she protects it, guides it, and becomes part of its identity. For Comte de Montaigne, her role spans multiple dimensions<\/a>: from representing the Maison on a global institutional stage, to embodying its values, to fostering meaningful connections across international networks.<\/p>\n

\u201cVeronica Bocelli is the godmother of the Maison because we share the same values,\u201d he says. \u201cAuthenticity, bon vivre, heart.\u201d<\/p>\n

Their relationship began nearly a decade ago, in an unexpected way. \u201cI met her on the beach,\u201d he says, smiling. \u201cVery relaxed. It\u2019s a friendship story.\u201d<\/p>\n

Over time, that friendship evolved \u2014 rooted in shared philanthropic commitments, particularly through the Andrea Bocelli Foundation, and a mutual belief in using influence with purpose.<\/p>\n

Today, her role feels less like a partnership and more like an extension of the Maison itself \u2014 bridging its heritage with a global, modern audience.<\/p>\n

The Art of Bon Vivre<\/h2>\n
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If Heart is the foundation and Authenticity is the guardrail, Bon Vivre is the feeling that brings everything together. And for Revol, it\u2019s deeply personal.<\/p>\n

\u201cLe bon vivre is welcoming people,\u201d he tells me. \u201cI love welcoming people.\u201d He describes it in moments: a beautifully set table, music playing softly, an abundance of food and champagne, attention to detail.<\/p>\n

\u201cYou prepare everything,\u201d he says. \u201cBut also \u2014 just a smile. A light moment.\u201d It\u2019s not about excess. It\u2019s about intention. About creating an atmosphere where people feel seen, comfortable, and connected.<\/p>\n

A Different Kind of Luxury<\/h2>\n
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Spending time with St\u00e9phane Revol, what becomes clear is that Comte de Montaigne is not trying to be louder \u2014 it\u2019s trying to be more true.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s a Maison that honors its past while thinking decisively about its future. That invests in time, in people, and in experiences that cannot be replicated or purchased.<\/p>\n

A Maison that understands that the highest form of luxury today isn\u2019t just excellence \u2014 it\u2019s consistency. Between what is said and what is done.<\/p>\n

Because, as St\u00e9phane puts it: \u201cWhen you have values, you have to demonstrate them.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":42686,"featured_media":111328,"template":"","format":"standard","categories":[8055,6939,38,2719,16],"yoast_head":"\nComte de Montaigne: Maison Montaigne Milan's Champagne Story<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Step inside Maison Montaigne: St\u00e9phane Revol shares the story of Comte de Montaigne, a Champagne house built on heart, heritage, and luxury.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link rel=\"canonical\" href=\"https:\/\/graziamagazine.com\/us\/articles\/comte-de-montaigne-maison-stephane-revol-interview-champagne\/\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:locale\" content=\"en_US\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:type\" content=\"article\" \/>\n<meta property=\"og:title\" content=\"GRAZIA Exclusive: Inside Maison Montaigne \u2014 How Comte de Montaigne Is Redefining 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