Champagne News
10 unexpected Champagne pairings for the festive season
With the festive season just around the corner, many are looking to elevate their celebrations with the sparkle of Champagne. For those planning an intimate Christmas dinner or a lively festive party, Champagne has a unique way of bringing people together, transforming every moment into something truly memorable. From the light, crisp elegance of a…
The Rebirth of Meunier in Champagne: From Modesty to Mastery
Once the ‘humble cousin’ Long overshadowed by Chardonnay’s finesse and Pinot Noir’s power, ‘Pinot Meunier’ (now only Meunier), which once played the humble role of a blending grape, has emerged from the shadows to claim its rightful place among the region’s noble grapes. For much of the 20th century, Meunier was valued for its early…
Toast the Season: Where to Enjoy Champagne Under London’s Christmas Lights
As London transforms into a canopy of sparkling lights, marking the start of the festive season, there’s no better way to toast the occasion than with a glass of Champagne against the glittering backdrop of the city. To celebrate, the Champagne Bureau UK has curated a selection of the best places to enjoy Champagne across…
Champagne Colette Bonnet – Judged to be the World’s Best for 2025
Sometimes amongst the giants walk legends… Did you know that the Champagne region is actually split into two main regions by over 100km, the northern part is probably the most famous and acclaimed in respect of the houses it homes, such as Krug, Pol Roger, Moet & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot and many more, along with…
A Promising 2025 Harvest for Champagne Deutz
Caroline Latrive joined Deutz in 2022, bringing with her a dynamic energy that exemplifies the modern mindset of the Deutz Champagne House. Guided by a deep understanding of the terroirs and the quest for drinking pleasure, the Deutz Cellar Master sees each cuvée as a work of art in its own right. Her skilled, intuitive…
Champagne Autreau releases new Cuvée – Blanc de Blancs Millesimé
It was a great pleasure to attend the launch party of the Blanc de Blancs Millesimé (2019) label from Champagne Autreau in Champillon. The day started with a tour of the winery and varied recent storage expansions, then onto a wonderful Champagne bar area with light foods and a live band – Speeches came from…
The Best Places to Celebrate Champagne Day (October 24) in London
Champagne Day – which this year falls on Friday 24 October – has become the global celebration for Champagne lovers worldwide to honour the pinnacle of sparkling wine. This year’s Champagne Day is particularly special, as the region is honouring a decade since its inscription as a UNESCO World Heritage Site – even more of…
Pink Chardonnay, a forgotten grape variety that is regaining its place in Champagne’s heritage
Pink Chardonnay is officially recognized in the Champagne appellation specifications. A natural mutation of white Chardonnay, this ancient grape variety joins the seven main varieties already authorized, bringing the number of Champagne grape varieties to eight. A forgotten grape variety, now back in favor Pink Chardonnay is a natural mutation of white Chardonnay, identified as…
Visit Champagne Sanger
Champagne Sanger was established in 1952 by 16 former students of the Avize Viticulture School. It’s a winery in Avize, France, dedicated to producing high-quality Champagnes that reflect the unique terroir of the Champagne region. The winery, located in the heart of the Côte des Blancs, owns 13 hectares spread across 42 crus, allowing them…