In France
In Cognac, the House of Rémy Martin is behind many initiatives to promote local tourism and access to the job market. As a big player in the local economy, Rémy Martin helps fly the flag for the Charente region’s rich cultural heritage. This means encouraging people to learn more about the terroir and developing the area’s appeal for tourists.
A wine tourism pioneer
The House was chosen to be part of the French government’s call for tourism projects based around Made in France skills and crafts. It is working alongside the Monnaie de Paris and EDF to design a national action plan to promote French companies’ tradition of excellence and position France as a European leader.
Acting responsibly to encourage inclusion of young recent graduates from disadvantaged backgrounds
This initiative is part of the 2014 partnership with "Nos Quartiers ont du Talent", a voluntary group supporting graduates from modest backgrounds. Sponsors in the company support these young people, who often lack confidence and are concerned about their future, with help and advice on job interviews and on how to build their professional network. Since its inception in 2014, this initiative has helped 52 young people to find jobs on permanent or fixed term contracts.
In 2019, the Domaine des Hautes Glaces established a local and organic supply chain, "Graines des Cîmes" ("seeds from the heights"). This year, 17 Trièves farmers showcased their know-how and best agricultural practice as part of this organic initiative in the mountain region. Partnerships with other tourism and green bodies in the area are emerging for next year to promote all that Trièves has to offer and celebrate environmentally friendly practices.
This year, Telmont is putting local first: it introduced a purchasing policy to prioritise local procurement and partnerships in the Champagne economy. Their suppliers of bottles, labels, champagne hoops, transport crates and caps - the main dry materials - are all sourced within a radius of 30 km around the estate, and more than 80% of suppliers are located in Champagne.