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To the forever-lasting memory of chef de cave Frédéric Panaïotis
Read more: To the forever-lasting memory of chef de cave Frédéric PanaïotisThe news of Ruinart chef de cave Frédéric Panaïotis’ passing has hit me hard today. It is this one interview of him that I did for the Flacons magazine exactly 10 years ago that keeps on returning to my mind as vividly as it was yesterday… The face of the oldest champagne house, Ruinart, founded…
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Minne Is Part of the Summer Magic at Esplanadi
Read more: Minne Is Part of the Summer Magic at EsplanadiSummer arrives on Eteläesplanadi, transforming the street into a lively celebration oasis – full of music, art, and delicious flavors. During “Espan kesäillat” (Summer Evenings on the Esplanade), the street is closed to traffic, and the atmosphere comes alive on three summery evenings: At Minne’s sales point, you can enjoy a curated selection of wine…
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Bollinger novelties: PN TX20, La Côte aux Enfants Champagne 2015 and Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2016
Read more: Bollinger novelties: PN TX20, La Côte aux Enfants Champagne 2015 and Vieilles Vignes Françaises 2016This week Bollinger launched three new, exciting iterations of its trilogy of blanc de noirs. Long before Blanc de Noirs became a buzzword among Champagne aficionados, Bollinger was already breaking ground with its legendary Vieilles Vignes Françaises, first crafted back in 1969. Fast-forward to 2012, and the house added another showstopper to the lineup with…
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Tasting, Judging, and Celebrating the Best of Champagne & Sparkling Wine
Read more: Tasting, Judging, and Celebrating the Best of Champagne & Sparkling WineThe year 2025 marks the 12th anniversary of the Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships. Tastings are now underway, with a panel of judges meticulously sampling sparkling wines from across the globe. Over the next two weeks, around 1,000 sparkling wines from every continent will be evaluated, celebrating the artistry, diversity, and sparkle that make…
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Thank you for making Grand Champagne Helsinki 2025 so unforgettable
Read more: Thank you for making Grand Champagne Helsinki 2025 so unforgettableThank you for joining us in Grand Champagne Helsinki!During three unforgettable days, guests had the opportunity to taste 437 champagnes from 84 houses — a sparkling journey through the world of champagne. Take a look back at the highlights — and we hope to see you again next year! Powered by Bubbles – Team Essi…
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Tips to ensure a successful bubbly visit at GC Helsinki
Read more: Tips to ensure a successful bubbly visit at GC HelsinkiWelcome to the Grand Champagne Helsinki 2025 event – 10th anniversary! Our top priority is to ensure that every guest can enjoy the bubbly world of champagne and spend time in good company, indulging in delicious drinks and food. Below you’ll find tips to ensure a successful event weekend. We’ve compiled the most important information…
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Welcome in the House of Henriot for Glorian Ruoka & Viini
Read more: Welcome in the House of Henriot for Glorian Ruoka & ViiniMaster Class lectures at Grand ChampagneSaturday 26th of April at 12:00 Vanha Ylioppilastalo, Mannerheimintie 3, 00100 Helsinki Speaker: Alice Tétienne, Cellar Master, Champagne Henriot & Essi Avellan MW, Champagne Specialist Ever since the foundation of the house by Apolline Henriot in 1808, Henriot has remained loyal to its appetising Chardonnay-dominant style, which has a generous…
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Minne has the best sparkling wine list in Finland, Star Wine List of the Year 2025!
Read more: Minne has the best sparkling wine list in Finland, Star Wine List of the Year 2025!Minne Champagne & Wine was awarded the title of Best Sparkling Wine List of Finland 2025 in the highly competitive category Best Sparkling Wine List. Essi Avellan as consultant, together with head sommelier Toni Aikasalo have worked passionately to create a list of exceptionally high quality. Minne Champagne & Wine was awarded in the following…
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Champagne Famille Moussé ja Gramona Corpinnat– Minne’s Tasting, Helsinki (11.3.2025 )
Read more: Champagne Famille Moussé ja Gramona Corpinnat– Minne’s Tasting, Helsinki (11.3.2025 )On Tuesday, 11 March, Minne Champagne & Wine hosted a meeting of two pioneers in the sparkling wine world: Moussé Fils from Champagne and the Corpinnat house Gramona from Catalonia. Cédric Moussé, a 12th-generation winemaker, has made a name for himself as a producer of top-tier Meunier Champagnes in Cuisles, a village in the Marne Valley…
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ENTRIES FOR CSWWC 2025 ARE OPEN
Read more: ENTRIES FOR CSWWC 2025 ARE OPEN“Our mission is to encourage producers to raise the quality bar continually through year on year feedback on their wines; and to guide wine lovers towards the best champagnes and sparkling wines on the planet.” Tom Stevenson. The Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships (CSWWC) is the only international sparkling wine competition judged by sparkling…
