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    Former Cellar Master

    Frédéric Panaïotis

    Former Cellar Master, Maison Ruinart

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    Portrait of Frédéric Panaïotis

    Portrait of Frédéric Panaïotis

    i. Biography

    Frédéric Panaïotis served as Cellar Master of Maison Ruinart from 2007 until his death on 15 June 2025. The Champagne oenologist shaped the house's modern Chardonnay-led style, mentored its future Cellar Master Caroline Fiot and developed wine-education initiatives including the Ruinart Sommelier Challenge.