Posted in : "2024 - November"

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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

  Posted in: Champagne, Champagne producers, Food and champagne pairings, Tips and Tricks about Champagne, News about Champagne, History of Champagne, Famous champagne houses, How to Serve and Store Champagne

  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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  New In Champagne : Veuve Clicquot Fridge

  Posted in: Champagne, Champagne producers, Food and champagne pairings, Tips and Tricks about Champagne, News about Champagne, New product launches

  The latest innovation from Veuve Clicquot is a mustard yellow, petite fridge, ideal for transporting even the most delicate champagne bottles with ease and elegance. Despite its small size, this fridge, complete with a handle, dazzles with its extraordinary style, making it a perfect Christmas gift for champagne enthusiasts. Its design not only ensures safe and stylish transport but also promises to be a conversation starter at holiday gatherings, merging practicality with the luxury expected...

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