- First taste: Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2015
This Comtes de Champagne 2015 emerges from a vintage of severe growing-season contrasts, where drought conditions tempered the progression of phenolic maturity. Yet, through understanding the maturation conditions and rigorous selection from the five Chardonnay grands crus (Avize, Chouilly, Cramant, Oger, and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger), Taittinger has shaped a cuvée of fine aromatic clarity—one of the …Read more “First taste: Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 2015”
- Size and Shape: The Champagne Bottle Reimagined
Ask a Champagne lover whether they’d prefer a bottle or a magnum, and watch what happens to their face. The eyes light up. The answer, invariably, is magnum — even among those who couldn’t tell you exactly why. It turns out that instinct is correct. The magnum effect is not romantic mythology. It is physics. … - Minne Champagne & Wine teki historiaa – voitti maailman parhaan kuohuviinilistan tittelinRavintolasta tuli kaikkien aikojen ensimmäinen suomalainen Star Wine List Global Final -voittaja. Kansainvälinen tunnustus myönnetään maailman parhaimmille viinilistoille ja niiden taustalla työskenteleville ammattilaisille. Minnen kanssa samassa sarjassa finaalissa kilpaili ravintoloita muun muassa Yhdysvalloista, Dubaista, Iso-Britanniasta, Japanista ja Hong Kongista. Palkinnot jaettiin maanantaina 15.6.2026 palkintogaalassa Ruotsin Skånessa, johon osallistui satoja sommeliereja ympäri maailman. – Tämä tunnustus …
- Cuvée William Deutz – an almost complete vertical 1961-2014
Earlier this week, a group of Champagne lovers came together for what can only be described as a once-in-a-lifetime experience—an extraordinary tasting orchestrated by Finnish collector Henri Kujala. At its heart was an almost complete vertical of Deutz’s Cuvée William Deutz, spanning decades of history, with only four of the 28 vintages ever produced (1964, …Read more “Cuvée William Deutz – an almost complete vertical 1961-2014”
- 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 …
