Where the magic happens The Champagne growing region (or La Champagne for those who prefer the French version) is not only a feel-good place for the vines that grow there, but also for the occasional visitor. Even the Romans had a good time there. Deep green vines and surrounding forests are bathed in pleasant sunlight [...]
Champagne with Christmas goose? Definitely. As is well known, champagne proves to be an excellent companion to the entire menu - and between us: you can make much less of a mistake with the choice than with wine! […]
It fizzes, it foams, it tingles! – When Champagne touches our tongues, we experience a pure taste spectacle every time. That's because the delightful beverage appeals to multiple taste buds, which respond differently to various elements. […]
For starters: Magnum comes from the Latin "magnus", meaning "big" -- makes sense, because it boasts twice the size of a regular bottle of champagne. Among the larger bottles, it is arguably the most popular and also the most common bottle size. The magnum bottle is superior not only in terms of quantity, its large capacity also leads to a boost in quality. […]
Basically, three main grape varieties are allowed for cultivation in Champagne. Four other, fairly uncommon Champagne grape varieties are also allowed. […]
Although there are different types of champagne glasses, many champenois choose smaller white wine glasses for their best cuvées. […]
The bottle size of a champagne is of fundamental importance in terms of the ageing and maturing process and is decisive for durability and quality. […]
Champagne is based on three different grape varieties: two dark types, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier and another white variety, the Chardonnay. […]
Make sure no one has shaken the bottle before you open your champagne. […]
Champagne is made to be savoured. But what is the best way to do that? […]
