Chandon
Chandon is an Argentine premium sparkling wine producer founded in 1959, operating as a subsidiary of Moët Hennessy (LVMH). It produces a 10-SKU sparkling wine portfolio at its Mendoza winery and distributes via retail and direct-to-consumer channels in six countries globally.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1959
- HeadquartersBuenos Aires (CABA), Argentina
- Headcount—
- GTM typeB2C
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Chandon does
Chandon is an Argentine sparkling wine producer founded in 1959 in Mendoza as the country's first sparkling wine house, now operating as a subsidiary of Moët Hennessy, the wine and spirits division of LVMH (Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton). The company's core technology is traditional method (Champenoise) sparkling wine production, with a portfolio of ten sparkling wine variants spanning Extra Brut, Apéritif, Délice, Délice Rosé, Rosé, Cuvée Brut Nature, Demi Sec, Cuvée Brut Nature Rosé, Cuvée Réserve Blanc de Noirs, and Cuvée Réserve Blanc de Blancs. Production is centered at Bodega Chandon in Agrelo, Luján de Cuyo (Mendoza), with corporate headquarters in Buenos Aires (CABA). The Chandon brand has expanded internationally under Moët Hennessy to Brazil, the United States, Australia, China, and India.
Chandon's business model is the production and sale of premium sparkling wines through two principal channels: traditional retail distribution (wine shops, supermarkets, and specialized beverage retailers) and direct-to-consumer winery visits at Bodega Chandon in Mendoza, supported by digital marketing channels including social media (Facebook, Instagram, YouTube) and email newsletters. The brand targets premium sparkling wine consumers purchasing for celebrations, special moments, and gatherings, using a horizontal segmentation approach. Pricing is not publicly disclosed on the Argentine website. Three new product variants were launched in 2024 (Apéritif, Cuvée Brut Nature Rosé, Délice Rosé), indicating active portfolio extension. Chandon Argentina also participates through Moët Hennessy in industry responsible-drinking organizations including SpiritsEUROPE, DISCUS, and CEEV (Wine in Moderation).
Chandon firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Chandon
- Legal name
- Chandon Argentina
- Website
- https://chandon.com.ar
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1959
- Operating status
- Operating
- Short description
- Chandon is an Argentine premium sparkling wine producer founded in 1959, operating as a subsidiary of Moët Hennessy (LVMH). It produces a 10-SKU sparkling wine portfolio at its Mendoza winery and distributes via retail and direct-to-consumer channels in six countries globally.
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- akta.pro rank
Chandon industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Premium Sparkling Wine
- NAICS
- Wineries (312130)
- SIC
- Beverages (2080)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands (CRADAIAB)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Wine Production & Winemaking (AFAFAAAB)
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Where Chandon is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Buenos Aires (CABA)
- HQ country
- Argentina
- HQ region
- Latin America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Chandon business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2C
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel
Revenue model
- Sparkling Wine Sales: Chandon generates revenue through the production and sale of premium sparkling wines under multiple product lines (Extra Brut, Apéritif, Délice, Rosé, Cuvée Brut Nature, Demi Sec, Cuvée Brut Nature Rosé, Cuvée Réserve Blanc de Noirs, Cuvée Réserve Blanc de Blancs). The brand is positioned as a premium sparkling wine provider for celebrations and special moments.
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels2 records
Marketing channels5 records
Chandon product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Chandon produces and sells a portfolio of premium Argentine sparkling wines using the traditional Champagne method. Founded in 1959 as the first sparkling wine producer in Argentina, the company offers ten distinct varieties ranging from Extra Brut to Demi Sec, including Rosé, Apéritif, Délice, and reserve cuvées such as Blanc de Noirs and Blanc de Blancs. The brand sells through retail channels, its Mendoza winery for direct-to-consumer visits, and its official website.
Product overview
Chandon is an Argentine sparkling wine producer founded in 1959, part of Moët Hennessy, offering a portfolio of ten sparkling wine varieties. The product line includes Extra Brut (pioneering reference), Apéritif (spiced and bold, new product), Délice (fresh and versatile), Délice Rosé (sweet and refreshing), Rosé (smooth and fruity), Cuvée Brut Nature (pure and complex), Demi Sec (creamy and sweet), Cuvée Brut Nature Rosé, Cuvée Réserve Blanc de Noirs (elegant and balanced), and Cuvée Réserve Blanc de Blancs (citrus and creamy). The company has expanded internationally with operations in Brazil, United States, Australia, China, and India.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Extra Brut: Sparkling wine - Pionero & Referente (Pioneer & Reference)
- Apéritif
- Délice
- Délice Rosé
- Rosé
- Cuvée Brut Nature
- Demi Sec
- Cuvée Brut Nature Rosé
- Cuvée Réserve Blanc de Noirs
- Cuvée Réserve Blanc de Blancs
Products and services
- Extra Brut
Companies that use Chandon
Customer profileSegments1 record
Ideal customer profiles1 record
Chandon technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature1 record
Chandon partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
Four partnerships are on record, tiered flagship and minor.
- Moët Hennessy (LVMH)flagshipMoët Hennessy, the wine and spirits division of LVMH, owns and operates the Chandon brand globally. Chandon began in Argentina in 1959 as the first Argentine sparkling wine producer, with Moët Hennessy expanding the brand worldwide to Brazil, United States, Australia, China, and India. Chandon Argentina is part of this global network.
- SpiritsEUROPEminorChandon Argentina, through Moët Hennessy, is a member of SpiritsEUROPE, an organization promoting responsible drinking practices in Europe.
- DISCUSminorChandon Argentina, through Moët Hennessy, is a member of DISCUS (Distilled Spirits Council of the United States), promoting responsible consumption.
- CEEV (Wine in Moderation)minorChandon Argentina, through Moët Hennessy, is a member of CEEV (Wine in Moderation), supporting responsible wine consumption practices.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves5 records
Expansion highlights4 records
Chandon competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Veuve Clicquot: Iconic LVMH Champagne brand competing for the same celebration occasion. Most relevant for benchmarking premium-positioning strategies that Chandon Argentina could imitate or get pulled against in on-trade placements.
- Moët & Chandon: The flagship Champagne house of LVMH/Moët Hennessy — same parent group as Chandon. While true Champagne rather than Argentine sparkling, it sets the global pricing benchmark and pulls the LVMH luxury sparkling brand halo for Chandon.
- Krug: LVMH prestige Champagne house at the ultra-premium tier. Relevant as the category's pricing ceiling and as a benchmark for Chandon's Cuvée Réserve positioning within the LVMH portfolio.
Direct peers
- Domaine Chandon (USA): Direct sister brand under Moët Hennessy — the California sparkling wine arm of LVMH that pioneered New World sparkling in Napa. Same parent company, same category, same methode traditionnelle production philosophy as Chandon Argentina.
- Nicolas Feuillatte: Large French Champagne cooperative with a broad, value-to-mid-premium portfolio. Highly relevant as a competitor in mass-market sparkling consumption occasions where Chandon's Extra Brut and Délice compete.
- Schramsberg Vineyards: Pioneering American (Napa) sparkling wine producer focused on methode traditionnelle and reserve-tier cuvées. Comparable product category and similar New World positioning relative to traditional Champagne brands.
- Pol Roger: Independent, family-owned Champagne house with a methode traditionnelle range spanning Brut, Rosé, and prestige cuvées. Comparable in terms of heritage positioning and broad-style portfolio strategy against Chandon's 10-SKU lineup.
Regional players
- Bodega Norton: Iconic Argentine winery based in Mendoza with broad still and sparkling portfolio. Direct Argentine wine peer competing for the same distributor relationships, tourism channel, and retail shelf space.
- Trapiche: One of the largest Argentine wine producers with a multi-region, multi-style portfolio. Relevant for benchmarking Argentine retail distribution scale and value-tier sparkling positioning.
- Bodega Catena Zapata: Premium Argentine wine producer recognized globally for elevating Argentine wine quality. Relevant as a benchmark for how Mendoza-based producers build premium international brand equity.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses4 records
Competitive moat3 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
Chandon social profiles
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Chandon leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Chandon funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
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Chandon M&A and investment
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Frequently asked questions about Chandon
What does Chandon do?
Chandon produces and sells a portfolio of premium Argentine sparkling wines using the traditional Champagne method. Founded in 1959 as the first sparkling wine producer in Argentina, the company offers ten distinct varieties ranging from Extra Brut to Demi Sec, including Rosé, Apéritif, Délice, and reserve cuvées such as Blanc de Noirs and Blanc de Blancs. The brand sells through retail channels, its Mendoza winery for direct-to-consumer visits, and its official website.
Is Chandon a public or private company?
Chandon is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Chandon founded?
Chandon was founded in 1959.
Where is Chandon based?
Chandon is headquartered in Buenos Aires (CABA), Argentina, in the Latin America region.
How does Chandon make money?
One revenue line is on record: sparkling Wine Sales.
Who are Chandon's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Veuve Clicquot, Moët & Chandon and Krug. Direct peers are Domaine Chandon (USA), Nicolas Feuillatte, Schramsberg Vineyards and Pol Roger. Regional players are Bodega Norton, Trapiche and Bodega Catena Zapata.
Does Chandon have an API?
No public API is recorded for Chandon.
What industry is Chandon in?
Chandon's product category is Premium Sparkling Wine. Its primary akta.pro industry code is CRADAIAB, Wine & Sparkling Wine Wineries & Brands, with a secondary code of AFAFAAAB, Wine Production & Winemaking. Its NAICS code is 312130 and its SIC code is 2080.