Champagne

Champagne Review: Laurent-Perrier “Grand Siècle” Iteration No. 26 Brut Champagne

Laurent-Perrier’s “Grand Siècle” Iteration No. 26 is a meticulously crafted multi-vintage blend, incorporating 65% 2012, 25% 2008, and 10% 2007 vintages. This cuvĂ©e is also composed of 58% Chardonnay and 42% Pinot Noir, exclusively sourced from grand cru vineyards. The Chardonnay component is selected from Mesnil-sur-Oger, Cramant, Avize, and Oger, while the Pinot Noir is […]

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Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships 2024 Medal Results

The medal winners of the 2024 Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships (CSWWC) have been revealed, with a total of 167 gold and 229 silver medals awarded this year. Now in its 11th edition, the CSWWC received close to 1,000 sparkling wines from 20 countries, that were judged over 11 days at Goodnestone Park in

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Ruinart Unveils Blanc Singulier: A New Champagne Based on Climate Change

Frédéric Panaïotis, cellar master of Maison Ruinart, the oldest Champagne house founded in 1729, has introduced a new cuvée, Blanc Singulier. The label describes it as “A Singular Expression of Chardonnay, Revealed by a Changing Climate.” Ruinart is renowned for its Chardonnay, and Blanc Singulier continues this tradition with a 100% Chardonnay composition. The Edition

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Pre-screening of “Widow Clicquot”

🎬✨ Exciting news! I had the privilege of attending an exclusive pre-screening of “Widow Clicquot,” followed by a delightful post-screening champagne toast 🍾 with Veuve Clicquot Brut Yellow Label. The Yellow Label is Veuve Clicquot’s emblematic cuvĂ©e, the House’s signature champagne – balancing four dimensions: freshness, strength, aromatic richness & silkiness. The film chronicles the

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The Winners of the “Star Wine List” Announced

Star Wine List of the Year is the celebration of the great wine lists in the world and the teams behind them. The prize was awarded in ten categories, and the winners in each category got a Gold Star and qualified for the international final which will be held in June. The International Open was

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5 reasons why Champagne remains optimistic for 2024

This week at a press conference held at Wine Paris & Vinexpo Paris, David Chatillon and Maxime Toubart, co-Presidents of the Comité Champagne, expressed their optimism for the future. Collectively, Champagne winegrowers and houses have taken strategic decisions and have launched numerous projects to ensure balance within an appellation that continues to sparkle across the

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Nine Creative Ways to Use Leftover Champagne

New Year’s celebrations have ended and somehow you still have some left, how can that be? Here are nine creative ways, I’ve learned along the way how to use leftover champagne. 1. Mix up some Champagne cocktails. 2. Freeze into ice cubes to use in cocktails and sauces. 3. Soak some fruits in Champagne for

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Five Essential Tips for Serving Champagne This New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve is the time to celebrate all your successes and everything you’ve accomplished in 2023. It’s also a time to look forward to the new year, and new beginnings! Countless bottles of Champagne will be opened on New Year’s Eve to toast and ring in 2024. Here are some essential tips: 1. Choosing

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Morgan Freeman becomes the muse for Laurent-Perrier’s “Grand Siècle”

American actor Morgan Freeman is the official muse of the iconic Grand Siècle cuvée of the House of Champagne Laurent-Perrier. “We, Laurent-Perrier, are different from our peers, or perceived as such. Our pursuit of excellence, because of our difference, has taken us more time, more effort, great perseverance and a strong belief in our vision to

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