The Daily Telegraph has reported a possible new record being set for a wine sale in Britain recently. An unnamed customer spent 35,000 pounds (more than $50,000) on a bottle of Dom Perignon in a London bar – adding a tip of more than $15,000 on top of the service charge. The buyer’s name hasn’t [...]

The level of sweetness of Champagne can be determined by a few choice words found on the label. Brut indicates no perceptible sweetness in the wine. Most of the sugar was processed out during the fermentation process and very little, if any, was added during the dosage. Usually tree fruits such as apple and pear [...]

Based on today’s perception of Champagne, it may be difficult to imagine that Champagne originated as a still (nonsparkling) wine. Originally planted by the Romans, the vineyards of Champagne have been thriving for centuries. According to history in 496, the first King of France was anointed with wine from the Champagne region. With what many [...]

Champagne – the name itself evokes thoughts of celebration, romance and special occasions. This wine has become synonymous with good times, good cheer and the moments in life that are to be remembered. Champagne in the United States is generally served at weddings, birthdays, anniversaries and special fancy dress balls, and at Christmas and on [...]