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Perrier-Jouët unveils “Belle Epoque Florale Edition by Makoto Azuma, the first designed Limited Edition of Belle Epoque since Emile Gallé in 1902

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How does one pay homage to the heritage and craftsmanship of one of the world’s most refined luxury champagne brands, referencing the past, but also challenging aesthetic boundaries and generating enough visual impact to create something that is genuinely new and exciting? That was the formidable challenge facing floral artist extraordinaire Makoto Azuma, owner of […]

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TNS Report predicts glittering future for Champagne and sparkling wines

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It may seem surprising that in these times of economic doom and gloom consumers should be increasing the amount of sparkling wines and Champagne they drink but according to new research by TNS that’s exactly what’s happening. Based on an independent global survey of over 39,000 people in 17 markets – the Commitment Economy –

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Charles Heidsieck is set to release revamped expressions of Brut Reserve & Rosé Reserve

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Champagne Charles Heidsieck is set to release revamped expressions of its Brut Reserve and Rosé Reserve variants in the U.S. next month. The “newly refined” Charles Heidsieck Brut ($65) and Rosé ($80) are made from equal proportions Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Both are aged for more than three years and are packaged in

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2000 Dom Pérignon Rosé has been moved to a near-perfect 98 points

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It’s always a big moment when a wine score is upgraded.   Originally rated by Antonio Galloni at a highly respectable 96 points, the 2000 Dom Pérignon Rosé has been moved to a near-perfect 98 points in a recent publication of the ‘Hedonist’s Gazette’ by Parker himself. Richard Geoffroy, Chef de Cave of Dom Pérignon  says:

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The “OenoPass” Launched last week in the Champagne Region

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Launched last week by the Champagne region is the wine tourist friendly “OenoPass”. The idea is simple and ingenious –  Visitors pre-pay 50Euros and have access to ten plus participating partner venues include Champagne houses and Champagne cultural and historical points of interest. OenoPass is best adapted to tourists who have a car. Participating properties

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