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  Add Sparkle to Your Flight with Champagne and Chocolates

  Posted in: Champagne, Champagne producers, Tips and Tricks about Champagne, News about Champagne, New product launches, Events to come, Champagne Industry news

  Thomas Cook is redefining the in-flight experience by offering affordable luxury with champagne and chocolate packages. Passengers can now surprise themselves or their travel companions with celebratory treats that add a special touch to their journey. These packages, starting at just £6 for chocolates and £29.50 for a full bottle of champagne with chocolates, are available for purchase during booking or later through the Thomas Cook website. Personalization is key, with the option to include...

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  The Champagne Cookbook: For Sparkle, Ideas & Life Inspiration!

  Posted in: Champagne, Food and champagne pairings, Tips and Tricks about Champagne, News about Champagne, Starter and champagne pairings, Main course and champagne pairings, Dessert and champagne pairings

  The Champagne Cookbook by Malcolm Hebert is a delightful 128-page guide that celebrates the versatility of champagne in cooking. Ideal for both novice cooks and seasoned chefs, the book features a wide range of recipes that incorporate champagne into soups, fish, red meat, desserts, and even cocktails, ensuring there's something to suit every palate and occasion. Drawing inspiration from culinary traditions across California, Europe, and beyond, the cookbook highlights champagne's potential...

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  Champagne & Chocolate Hampers for Every Occasion

  Posted in: Champagne, Food and champagne pairings, Tips and Tricks about Champagne, News about Champagne, How to choose the right champagne

  Champagne and chocolates are a timeless pairing, making them an irresistible gift for any occasion. Serenata Flowers offers a standout hamper for just £49.99, combining luxury pralines and Champagne Brut Carte, all elegantly presented in a stylish burgundy box. This ready-to-gift hamper is perfect for anyone who values classic craftsmanship and luxurious simplicity, offering an affordable yet indulgent way to celebrate. Beyond the hampers, the company also provides practical advice on...

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  Exciting New Champagne House

  Posted in: Champagne, Champagne producers, Food and champagne pairings, News about Champagne, History of Champagne, Types of Champagne, Champagne winemakers

  Nestled in the Grand Cru village of Verzenay, Champagne Jean-Claude Mouzon is a hidden gem poised to enchant champagne enthusiasts. Surrounded by picturesque landscapes, including a lighthouse and endless green vistas, this new champagne house emerges as a beacon of artisanal craftsmanship. Rooted in the region's "black gold" terroir, Jean-Claude Mouzon offers a champagne celebrated for its nuanced aromas of dried fruit, nuts, and confectionery, capturing the essence of its exceptional land...

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  Simplify Champagne Opening with the Stylish 4-in-1 Opener

  Posted in: Champagne, Food and champagne pairings, Tips and Tricks about Champagne, Types of Champagne, How to Serve and Store Champagne

  Not long ago, opening a bottle of champagne required a range of gadgets, each with its own risk of breaking or getting lost just when you needed it most. The process often became a source of unnecessary stress, particularly during celebrations when you’d rather be enjoying the moment with your guests. Fortunately, those days are behind us, thanks to modern, innovative solutions. Wineware.co.uk has introduced a sleek 4-in-1 opener that simplifies the process entirely. Combining a screw cap...

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  Champagne Stands Out This Christmas

  Posted in: Champagne, Food and champagne pairings, Tips and Tricks about Champagne, News about Champagne, How to choose the right champagne

  In the lead-up to Christmas, champagne has never been more affordable and accessible, thanks to competitive online and offline wine retailers. Louis Roederer, a prestigious house founded in 1776 and once the supplier to the Russian imperial court, is one of the brands benefiting from increased sales, even amid economic challenges. This iconic mid-priced champagne, enjoyed in global markets, is now available at remarkably low prices, with some retailers offering bottles for as little as £17....

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  Veuve Clicquot Champagne Gift

  Posted in: Champagne, Champagne producers, News about Champagne, New product launches, Famous champagne houses

  Veuve Clicquot, renowned for its commitment to excellence in champagne production, has also made significant strides in developing stylish and timeless accessories that enhance the champagne drinking experience. Their latest innovation, the Veuve Clicquot Shopping Bag, reflects the brand's iconic yellow color and demonstrates their meticulous attention to quality and design. This new addition is part of a range that includes a chic miniature fridge and a sophisticated box set with champagne...

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  A Truly Unique Gift Idea: Personalised Champagne Bottle

  Posted in: Champagne, Food and champagne pairings, Tips and Tricks about Champagne, News about Champagne, How to choose the right champagne

  Gonedigging.com offers a wide range of over 50 champagne-themed gift designs, each uniquely crafted to provide a personal touch to any occasion. Customers can purchase bottles individually or in cases of six, making it easy to tailor orders to specific needs. For added luxury, the company provides an option to package the champagne in a red gift box, transforming the traditional gift into a memorable, personalized present. Contacting the company directly before placing an order ensures that...

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  A Rise In Popularity For France's Laurent-Perrier

  Posted in: Champagne, Champagne producers, News about Champagne, Champagne Industry news, Famous champagne houses, Champagne winemakers, Champagne cellar visits and tastings

  The champagne industry, as represented by Laurent-Perrier, has experienced a surge in sales during the first half of the fiscal year despite lower consumer prices, particularly for its sought-after brands. This increase, amounting to a 23% rise in net sales by the end of September, has been driven by robust demand outside of France. Laurent-Perrier's president, Michael Boulaire, has interpreted these figures as signaling the onset of a new growth period for the industry, suggesting that...

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  Champagne Drinking In Style

  Posted in: Champagne, Food and champagne pairings, Tips and Tricks about Champagne, How to choose the right champagne, How to Serve and Store Champagne

  Preparing for a party where champagne plays a central role can be an intricate and time-consuming process that blends complexity with fun. Extra care should be given to seemingly minor details that are easily overlooked amidst the allure of this sophisticated beverage. One critical aspect often missed is the initial treatment of the glasses. Improper handling of glassware can lead to a significant misstep, affecting the champagne's effervescence and overall enjoyment. This is especially true...

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  Breaking News: Champagne Said To Be Oldest Ever Discovered

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  In a stunning revelation, a diving team uncovered a cache of what may be the world’s oldest drinkable champagne from a shipwreck near the Aland Islands, Finland. Among the findings are believed to be over 100 bottles of early Veuve Clicquot, dating back to the era of Louis XVI. This discovery could rewrite the history of vintage champagnes, as it appears to dethrone the 1825 Perrier-Jouet, previously held as the oldest. The champagne's excellent preservation within the sea's depths has...

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  A Champagne Toast to Tradition: Inside St Pancras’ Legendary Bar

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  The St Pancras Grand Restaurant, Oyster and Champagne Bar, nestled in the Upper Concourse of St Pancras International in London, epitomizes British luxury and has become a celebrated spot among champagne enthusiasts. Its notable for its magnificent and historical ambiance, which is highlighted by Europe's longest bar and stunning architecture visible from nearly any position within the venue. The restaurant offers a rich selection of seventeen different styles of champagne always available by...

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