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American Cities Where a Glass of Champagne Is Cheaper Than You Think
If you’re a major Champagne lover in search of your next US vacation destination, the state you choose could have a major impact on your alcohol budget. Due to the differences in taxes and local alcohol regulations, some states charge far more for the same bottle of bubbly than others. Spend a few moments with…
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Raising a Glass to Honesty: Why Champagne and Prenups Make the Ultimate Power Couple
When two people unite in marriage, there’s a cherished moment where glasses are raised, Champagne bubbles shimmer, and words of hope and unity fill the air. The Champagne toast, with its rich tradition, is more than festivity; it’s a ritual woven deeply with meaning. Much like the celebratory toast, the modern prenuptial agreement is evolving…
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Champagne Harvest 2025
As per each year, Champagne winegrowers and houses met in Epernay, within the Comité Champagne headquarters, to agree on the conditions for this year’s upcoming harvest. A healthy wine-growing season The 2025 wine-growing season is looking quite promising. The Champagne vineyards are fairly homogeneous, reflecting the rigorous and careful work carried out throughout the year.…
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Champagne Gonet Sulcova – Gaia Grand Cru
Husband and wife, Vincent Gonet and Davy Sulcova, settled in Épernay in order to create their brand “Gonet-Sulcova” in 1985. Their children, Karla and Yan-Alexandre, took over from the family estate in 1997 and 2003. “Toasty brioche, freshly baked pastries, custard cream biscuit notes on the nose. Very high razor sharp rapier-like appley acidity but…
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Celebrating Champagne’s UNESCO 10th Anniversary with 10 Lesser-Known Facts You Need to Know
July 4 2025, marks the 10th anniversary of Champagne’s inclusion as a UNESCO World Heritage site, a prestigious recognition of the region’s unique cultural and historical significance. In celebration of this milestone, the Champagne Bureau UK is sharing ten facts you may not know about Champagne that highlight the craftsmanship and history behind the pinnacle of…
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The Price of Champagne has Gone up by 25% in Three Years
A bottle of Champagne has increased by roughly 25% over the last three years. Although this is a steep price increase, it’s fully in line with inflation on a global level. A Symbol of Indulgence and Good Fortune One of the reasons why Champagne is so popular is that it is often seen as a…
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From Tray to Taittinger: How Server Training Shapes Your Champagne Career
By: Lou Botha In the sparkling world of Champagne, elegance and effervescence don’t begin in the bottle—they begin with the person serving it. Whether you’re a fine dining server, a hotel bartender, or an aspiring sommelier, how well you’re trained in the art of service directly influences not just the guest experience but your trajectory…
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Bubbly Bites: Crafting the Perfect Champagne-Infused Menu
Champagne has bubbles that make everything taste better, from caviar to fried chicken. They turn dinner into a party. Like top-rated new GamStop-free casinos, it goes beyond what is normal. It feels just as good at black-tie events as at casual meals. The chalky soils’ acidity resets the palate, which is why Master Sommeliers think…
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Visit Champagne: 10 Years of UNESCO heritage and a story still evolving
July 4, 2025 marks the 10th anniversary of Champagne’s inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, a major moment not only for the region, but for French cultural heritage as a whole. To toast the occasion, The Champagne Bureau UK would like to take the opportunity to spotlight five reasons why now is a great…
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