Champagne News
Krug 1915 Tasting Experience sold for $116,375 at Sothebys
The Krug 1915 Tasting Experience sold for $116,375 at Sothebys auction in New York, this once in a lifetime experience includes a two day visit to the House of Krug for 4 people, a tour of the vineyards, a vertical tasting of Krug. Dinner at L’Assiette Champenoise, with a special ”Journey in the Krug Universe” tasting and a…
Alison Nix faces Veuve Clicquot Champagne fall
It looks like that the season of fall will see the face of model Alison Nix, via a recent photo shoot by Craig McDean, front branding from Veuve Clicquot. The new ‘fashion orientated’ advertising campaign breaks away from traditional for this internationally recognised and loved Champagne label. The four image series entitled ‘Let Life Surprise you’…
Veuve Clicquot Rich, Champagne with a twist
Bring out the mixologist in anyone with Veuve Clicquot wines blended with selected ingredients: pineapple, grapefruit, cucumber, celery, peppers or tea. All served over ice. Each ingredient will bring it’s own unique taste to the Champage. Black tea will bring freshness and enhance the floral notes, while bergamot tea brings a particular elegance. If you prefer…
Lesser Known Champagne Grapes Enjoying the Warmer Weather
The four lesser known Champagne grapes, Arbane, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris and Pinot Meslier are getting an unlikely boost thanks to the warmer Summers. These grapes are grown on only 0.3% of the 34,000 hectares (84,000 acres) that produce Champagne. Drappier has 50 acres of Arbane, which with the warmer weather is set to produce 5,000 kilos of grapes…
Champagne Montaudon
The House of Montaudon began in 1891 when Auguste-Louis came to Epernay to create a Champagne House in Reims, and thus the family tradition and passion for wine-making was born and would be handed down from generation to generation. In December 2010, the House joined the portfolio of Alliance Champagne group who continue respect the style…
Tips for Storing & Ageing Champagne & Sparkling Wine
Storing: The reason many Champagne and sparkling wine bottles are made from dark green glass is because it’s light-resistant. Sparkling is a particularly sensitive wine, so bottles should be kept in a cool, dark and dry place, away from heat, light, vibrations and severe temperature variations. If you’re keeping the bottle for a long time, try…
Lanson Launches Travel Exclusive Gift Box
Famous Champagne House Lanson has launched a new Travel Exclusive gift box. In dedication to the company’s rich history, the beautifully designed black gift box is patterned with travel stamps from around the world. In order to give their travel retail customers an outstanding and personal experience, the gift set is only available to purchase from Paris Charles…
High Hopes for 2015 Champagne Harvest
The Champagne harvest is drawing to a close and many Champagne producers will be very pleased – 2015 is expected to be an “exceptional year” for Champagne. The yields this year were the lowest in a decade, with growers within the appellation limited to 10,000 kg per hectare. The climate and weather has produced the perfect…
Hotel Breaks Guinness World Record for Largest Champagne Tasting
Viejas Casino & Resort in California has set the new Guinness World Record for the largest gathering of Champagne tasters. In celebration of the hotel’s 24th anniersary, they invited over 600 hundred guests to the special tasting. Three Champagnes were specially selected for this event: Ruinart Blanc de Blancs, Veuve Clicquot Rosé and Dom Pérignon,…