Luxury

Champagne

The chafing climate of the Champagne region gives bracing acidity that underpins every great cuvée.

Champagne is the world's most famous sparkling wine, made by the traditional method in a specific region of northern France.

Its signature toasty complexity comes from long ageing on the lees, and its top estates craft some of the world's most treasured bottles.

Key Characteristics

  • · The chafing climate of the Champagne region gives bracing acidity that underpins every great cuvée.
  • · Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier are the classic trio.
  • · Vintage and prestige cuvées (like Dom Pérignon) are made only in the best years.

Food Pairing

  • · oysters
  • · fried food
  • · toasted comte
  • · sushi

Serving

  • · 6-8°C
  • · Serve ice-cold
  • · Flute

Subcategories

Blanc de Blancs

Chardonnay-only finesse

Prestige Cuvée

Icon vintage cuvées

Grower Champagne

Small-estate authenticists