- Champagne Cruise on Viking Grace, March 28, 2026 – a sparkling escape from everyday life
Suomeksi Champagne Cruise on Viking Grace, March 28, 2026 – a sparkling escape from everyday life The most anticipated bubbly cruise of spring is here again! The popular champagne cruise on Viking Grace will take place on Saturday, March 28, 2026, offering a unique 24-hour experience filled with flavors, memorable moments, and a maritime atmosphere …Read more “Champagne Cruise on Viking Grace, March 28, 2026 – a sparkling escape from everyday life”
- Essi Avellanin Samppanjakoulu – Champagnen kupliva oppimäärä
Essi Avellanin Samppanjakoulu – Champagnen kupliva oppimäärä tarjoaa inspiroivan ja syvällisen kokonaisuuden kaikille samppanjasta kiinnostuneille – niin uteliaille aloittelijoille kuin jo pidemmälle edenneille harrastajille. Samppanjakoulu käynnistyy kaikkein olennaisimmasta: samppanjan rypälelajikkeista. Klassinen trilogia – Pinot Noir, Meunier ja Chardonnay – muodostaa Champagnen perustan, ja jokainen lajike tuo oman ainutlaatuisen panoksensa viinin aromimaailmaan, rakenteeseen ja ikääntymispotentiaaliin. Pääset …Read more ” Essi Avellanin Samppanjakoulu – Champagnen kupliva oppimäärä”
- Bollinger has lots to toast to with its novel La Grande Année 2018s
This week is all about celebration at Champagne Bollinger, which is inaugurating its new barrel cellar in Aÿ, toasting the occasion with the newly released 2018 vintage of La Grande Année and La Grande Année Rosé. The 2018 harvest was the first full vintage under CEO Charles-Armand de Belenet, who swiftly set in motion a …Read more “Bollinger has lots to toast to with its novel La Grande Année 2018s”
- Fred’s tree – Planting an oak tree at Ruinart in honour of Frédéric Panaïotis
On 9 March 2026, under a gentle spring sun in the gardens of Champagne Ruinart in Reims, a cork oak tree was planted in honour of Frédéric Panaïotis. The gesture was simple, but deeply meaningful: a living tribute to a man whose work and spirit left a lasting mark on the world of champagne. The …Read more “Fred’s tree – Planting an oak tree at Ruinart in honour of Frédéric Panaïotis”
- Grand Champagne Helsinki Master Class: The art of dosage
The wait is almost over — Grand Champagne Helsinki is just around the corner Grand Champagne Helsinki will be here again! Bubbles fill the Old Student House in April 23rd to 25th, bringing together champagne lovers, gourmands, and top names in the industry. The three-day event features experts sharing their know-how, passion, and champagnes. In …Read more “Grand Champagne Helsinki Master Class: The art of dosage”
- Grand Champagne Helsinki Master Class: Beyond the Summit – Champagne at its best, Caviar at its finest
The bubbliest event of the year is approaching! Grand Champagne Helsinki is be here again! Bubbles fill the Old Student House in April 23rd to 25th, bringing together champagne lovers, gourmands, and top names in the industry. The three-day event features experts sharing their know-how, passion, and champagnes. In addition to our Finnish talents, we … - First taste: Laurent-Perrier novelties
Two weeks ago, I made my annual vins clairs visit to Laurent-Perrier in Tours-sur-Marne. After examining a great line-up of base wine samples from 2025, I explored the latest releases with Cellar Master Olivier Vigneron. While new in his official role, Olivier is far from a newcomer to the house – he has been part … - Minne Champagne & Wine Club is a new, carefully curated champagne and wine club
Minne Champagne & Wine Club is a new, carefully curated champagne and wine club created as a welcoming meeting place for everyone who values learning, quality, and enjoyment. Suomeksi The club brings together exceptional expertise, Minne’s uncompromising wine vision, and a wine list that has been awarded multiple times by Star Wine List. The club …Read more “Minne Champagne & Wine Club is a new, carefully curated champagne and wine club”
- The Star Wine List International Open: Minne Champagne & Wine – Best Sparkling Wine List 2026
Since the opening of Minne Champagne & Wine Helsinki in 2023, Essi Avellan MW has worked with dedication to ensure that Toni Aikasalo and his team have her full support and benefit from her years of expertise in champagne and sparkling wine. This hard work has been internationally acknowledged, as Minne has been awarded the … - Champagne is Art – inside and outside of the bottle!
The annual event exploring the beauty of Champagne began in 2024 in Helsinki with Minne Champagne & Wine. The experience combines enjoyment and learning about champagne, guided by Essi Avellan MW, with connecting to your inner artist and expressing the moment by painting the bottle as your canvas. For each event, we carefully choose a …Read more “Champagne is Art – inside and outside of the bottle!”
