Why Champagne?
Learn what makes this French sparkling wine so prestigious
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Champagne Basics
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The Champagne Region
The Champagne wine region is within the historical province of Champagne which is located in northeast France, about 100 miles east of Paris.
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By law
The term 'Champagne' is a legally controlled and resricted name - only wines produced in Champagne can be called so.
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Bottle Sizes
Champagne bottles come in a dizzying array of sizes, from the tiny quart (20cl) right up to the gargantuan Melchizedek, which is a staggering 30 litres!
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Grape varieties
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier are the primary grape varieties used to produce Champagne.