Champagne is a renowned sparkling wine that originates from the Champagne region of France. It is typically drunk during celebrations and is served in a Champagne flute.
The main grape varieties used to make Champagne are Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, and they can be produced in a variety of styles and sweetness levels.
Brut Champagne is the most common style, which is dry with high acidity.
Champagne has become the premier sparkling wine since the discovery of Méthode Champenoise, or the Champagne method It has been an integral part of sports celebrations since Moët & Chandon started to offer their Champagne to the various winners of the Formula 1 Grand Prix.
Due to inflation-induced budget stress and worries over what’s in store for the economy in 2023, shoppers have been reaching for cheaper alternatives such as prosecco instead of top-shelf alcohol like Champagne, although sales for Champagne are still on track to beat its 2021 record.
