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Champagne | Local Wine Appellation From Champagne-Ardenne, France | TasteAtlas
Champagne | Local Wine Appellation From Champagne-Ardenne, France | TasteAtlas
Champagne | Local Wine Appellation From Champagne-Ardenne, France | TasteAtlas
Champagne | Local Wine Appellation From Champagne-Ardenne, France | TasteAtlas
Champagne | Local Wine Appellation From Champagne-Ardenne, France | TasteAtlas
Champagne | Local Wine Appellation From Champagne-Ardenne, France | TasteAtlas

Champagne

Popularly known as the gold standard of sparkling wine, true Champagne only comes from the actual Champagne region in France. It is produced using the so-called méthode Champenoise; the process in which secondary fermentation is done in the bottle with the addition of yeast and rock sugar, and it is made with the basic, traditional blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, all of which are indigenous to the Champagne region.


However, there are four other permitted grape varieties in the Champagne AOP - Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Petit Meslier and Arbane - but these are rarely mentioned as they're almost never used for sparkling wine production outside of France. Varietal Champagne made with solely Chardonnay grapes is designated as Blanc de Blancs, while the one produced by the fermentation of Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir is called Blanc de Noirs.


When young, a classic Blanc de Blancs is restrained and elegant, but with aging, it develops a mouth-coating brioche richness that overlays its intense, supple fruitiness.  Read more

It is also lighter in body, and thus perfect for lighter meals, such as soups and seafood. On the other hand, Blanc de Noirs is considered to be richer in taste and typically showcases a bit more body and a vibrant red fruit character, which makes it a worthy match for foie gras in all its forms, but it can also be paired with hearty meat-based dishes.


Based on their terroir-driven complexity, other styles of Champagne range from lean and crisp with lots of lemons and green apples to rich and full with aromas of toffee, brioche, and even baked apples, while rosé Champagne displays more red fruit and berry aromas.


Established as an iconic drink of exquisite refinement during the French Belle Époque in the late 19th century, Champagne remains the preferred choice for celebrations of all kinds, standing alone and unmatched among a plethora of sparkling wines produced worldwide.

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Cocktail

Flirtini

The unusually named Flirtini is a mixed drink made with a combination of vodka, champagne, and pineapple juice. The ingredients are poured over ice in a ... Read more

Cocktail

Russian Spring Punch

Russian Spring Punch is a cocktail made with a combination of vodka, crème de cassis, sugar syrup, lemon juice, and sparkling wine. In order to prepare ... Read more

Cocktail

Prince of Wales

Prince of Wales is a cocktail with several variations, but it is most often prepared with a combination of a liqueur such as Maraschino, champagne, Angostura ... Read more

Cocktail

French 75

French 75 is a classic cocktail made with gin, lemon juice, sugar syrup, and champagne. To prepare it, gin, lemon juice, and sugar syrup are shaken with ice, ... Read more

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Assorted Small Dishes or Ritual

Dim sum

Dim sum is a variety of bite-sized food that is usually served with tea. It can range from savory dumplings, buns, and noodle rolls to sweet puddings and tarts. The term ... Read more

Sweet Pastry

Croissant

These flaky, golden-colored, crescent-shaped pastries are best made with pure butter and a slightly sweet yeast dough. If made properly, the yellow-white interior should ... Read more

Potato Dish

Pommes frites

There are not many dishes in the world that have risen to the popularity of pommes frites. This simple dish is made out of potatoes that are cut into lengthwise strips ... Read more

Sweet Pastry

Éclair

These elongated pastries with an appealing glaze, a crispy exterior, a soft doughy interior, and a sweet, creamy center originated in France at the turn of the 20th century.... Read more

Best Champagne

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Krug

Vintage

Reims, France

5.0

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Krug is a champagne of remarkable elegance and depth, perfectly embodying the unique character of one of the freshest and most classically styled vintages in Champagne in recent decades. Created in a year with the fewest hours of sunshine in nearly h... READ MORE
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Louis Roederer

Cristal Brut

Aÿ-Champagne, France

5.0

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Louis Roederer Cristal is a supreme champagne that perfectly embodies the prestige and tradition of this legendary house. Created exclusively in exceptional vintages, Cristal captivates with its brilliant golden hue and fine, persistent bubbles that ... READ MORE
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Krug

Grande Cuvée 172ème Édition

Reims, France

5.0

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Krug Grande Cuvée 172ème Édition is a magnificent expression of the art of champagne blending, born from the House of Krug’s unwavering desire to create the most exceptional champagne each year, regardless of vintage conditions. This edition is compo... READ MORE
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Krug

Clos du Mesnil

Reims, France

5.0

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Krug Clos du Mesnil is an exceptionally elegant and rare champagne that perfectly captures the purity of a single vineyard, a single vintage, and a single grape variety – Chardonnay. Sourced from a 1.84-hectare walled vineyard located in the heart of... READ MORE
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Louis Roederer

Rosé Cristal Magnum

Aÿ-Champagne, France

5.0

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Louis Roederer Cristal Rosé is a prestigious champagne that embodies the perfect blend of tradition, innovation, and exceptional craftsmanship of the Louis Roederer house. Made from carefully selected grape varieties – 56% Pinot Noir and 44% Chardonn... READ MORE
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Krug

Clos d’Ambonnay

Reims, France

5.0

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Krug Clos d’Ambonnay is an exceptionally rare and magnificent champagne that fully embodies the power, precision, and elegance of a remarkable terroir—an intimate 0.68-hectare walled vineyard located in the village of Ambonnay, the heartland of Pinot... READ MORE

Champagne festivals

Franciacorta

4.0
Province of Brescia, Italy

Saint-Péray

n/a
Ardèche, France

Lambrusco di Sorbara

3.9
Province of Modena, Italy

Moscato d'Asti

4.2
Province of Asti, Italy

Vermentino di Gallura

4.2
Province of Sassari, Italy

Ratafia de Champagne

n/a
Champagne-Ardenne, France

Vignotte

n/a
Champagne-Ardenne, France

Cendre de Champagne

n/a
Champagne-Ardenne, France

Volailles de la Champagne

n/a
Champagne-Ardenne, France

Rosé des Riceys

n/a
Les Riceys, France

Arbane

n/a
Aube, France

Caprice des Dieux

3.9
Haute-Marne, France

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