Tag Archives: Champagne

In Champagne Part 2 – the Côte des Blancs

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Hugo

I’m currently having a quick trip round Champagne in search of good value Grower Champagne. The region is split into four principle areas and with only two half days at my disposal I focussed on the two most classic of … Continue reading →

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In Champagne Part 1 – Montagne de Reims

Posted on February 4, 2012 by Hugo

I’m currently sitting in a small hotel room in Épernay, the self-styled capital of Champagne, with freezing cold legs, seeing as it’s -5 degrees out there. I’m in France for four days on an AWE (Association of Wine Educators) trip … Continue reading →

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Grower Champagne

Posted on November 23, 2011 by Hugo

Well the party season is upon us and it’s time to start thinking about bubbles.  Now there are plenty of cheaper and excellent alternatives, like Prosecco for example, but for many people, tough times or not, bubbles means Champagne.  However, … Continue reading →

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