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Champagne and the Kentucky Derby: A Perfect Pairing of Luxury and Tradition
It’s horse racing season as May nears. Tens of millions of people all over the world prepare parties for the Kentucky Derby. As they anxiously check the results, they often sip a very particular drink. You probably know it: the mint julep. While mint juleps are a Southern staple, particularly in Kentucky, there are other…
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Champagne and Monte Carlo: A Love Story That Never Ended
There is a photograph from 1895 that sums up an entire era. A dozen men in top hats sit around a roulette table at the Casino de Monte-Carlo. Each has a glass of Champagne beside them. No one is looking at the camera. Everyone is looking at the wheel. That image was not an accident.…
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Champagne and Entertainment: A Sparkling Relationship for All
Champagne has been part of Western culture for centuries. The penchant for Champagne among the social elite started in 5th-century France. Kings were coronated in Reims Cathedral, which is in the Champagne region. The drink of choice at these ceremonies was, as you can guess, Champagne. Since then, everyone’s favorite sparkling drink has flowed through…
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Champagne for Every Mood: From Casual Evenings to Special Celebrations
Do you still think of Champagne as a rare luxury for the wealthy or for big occasions? It may be time to reconsider your assumptions, because these days, it’s as likely to be enjoyed on a quiet evening at home as at a wedding or royal gala. Champagne has always been versatile, but consumers are…
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The Story Behind the Label: Iconic Champagne Houses and Their Secrets
Behind the elegant labels of the world’s top Champagne Houses, discover secrets, stories and bold leaders. Many were standout women called the ‘Widows of Champagne’. Here are stories from some well-known Champagne houses: Ruinart Nicolas Ruinart launched it in 1729. It holds the title of the first Champagne house. His uncle, monk Dom Thierry Ruinart,…
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Five Champagne Pairings to Celebrate Every Kind of Happiness
In light of International Happiness Day, the Champagne Bureau UK has spotlighted the small joys found in each glass of Champagne, pulling together five uplifting Champagne styles to mark the occasion on 20 March. Synonymous with joyful moments, Champagne is that affordable luxury which is aspirational and rewarding – a perfect accompaniment with friends or…
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Sustainable Champagne: Celebrating the Environment with Every Sip
Sustainable Champagne allows you to celebrate with intention, as a growing number of houses and independent growers are adopting eco-conscious practices in viticulture, packaging, and distribution. These efforts ensure every sip supports environmental stewardship and helps preserve the unique Champagne terroir for future generations. Key Sustainability Practices in Champagne The entire Champagne region has committed…
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Best Deals on Wines, Rosé and Champagne from the UK’s Most Popular Brands in 2026
Winedrops are the ultimate destination for enthusiasts seeking the best deals on wine in the UK. We have completely disrupted a tired, overpriced industry to ensure you never pay the “supermarket tax” again. Our innovative app-based model features a unique “Visual Cellar” and exclusive daily offers that drop every morning at 11 a.m. UK time.…
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A Tale of Two Brothers, A Singular Chardonnay Affair, One Story: Interview with Antoine Bouret of Champagne Pertois-Lebrun
When I sat down with Antoine Bouret on Zoom, what was meant to be an interview quickly became something else entirely. Our conversation organically found its own cadence. His words came out not as answers, but as chapters. It felt only natural to let his story unfold the same way he told it, not as…
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