Perrier-Jouët opens Belle Epoque Society – a comprehensive array of experiences around champagnes

    Founded in 1811 in Epernay, Maison Perrier-Jouët is one of France’s most historic champagne houses, but also one of its most distinctive, renowned for its floral and intricate champagnes. Perrier-Jouët is diversifying the tourism potential of the Champagne region with a mansion, a bar and boutique. Belle Epoque Society is a comprehensive array … Read more

Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2009 has the strongest concentration of Pinot Noir in years

Moët & Chandon, one of the world’s largest expansive champagne producers and a prominent champagne house, declares 2009 a Grand Vintage. Following several vintages in which Chardonnay was dominant, Pinot Noir has taken the spotlight in 2009. Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 2009, the high-end maison’s 73rd vintage, is an authentic example of wine making excellence … Read more

Wine: is high-end champagne a fizz swizz?

How much is too much to spend on a bottle of champagne?