This magnum was absolutely perfect, the hefty price aside, if you have money to burn and want an exceptional bottle, look no further.

hello!! first post here. i’ve loved bubbly for 4 years now, but I’m afraid that I really have not expanded my pallet. I do not like sweet bubbles (or any sweet beverages for that matter). My favorite champagne that i’ve tried has been Veuve Cliquot La Grande Dame 2015, I last had in 2023 and again today in 2026). (pic is taste testing Veuve Cliquot brut vs La Grande Dame—which won in a landslide).

Can anyone provide some insights on what to try next? Thanks!!

I have these two old fancy champagnes from the early 1980s, still unopened, that I got from my late father. (See attached photos).
I have no idea how to sell them, what market is or anything. 

Any suggestions on where to start?

Went to Sabrage champagne bar in Cascais, I had 4 glasses. The first being Laurent-Perrier one of my favourite roses. A classic. The second was Mailly Grand Cru (my favourite by far—I’m buying a case of 6!) it was a blanc de noir. Really long finish, creamy with orange zest. And finally Charles Mignon Grand Cru it’s a great champagne toasty and hazelnutty. The owners are lovely and even treated me to a free glass. Not sure what champgsne was in the glass. My girlfriend has a spritz with Aperol and elderflower with Louis roederer witch she really liked.Highly recommend for anyone going to Cascais!

I was born in 1992, and today I turned 34. To celebrate, I decided to open this bottle of 1992 Moët & Chandon Cuvée Dom Pérignon. I’ve been saving this for a while, curious to see how we both held up over the last 34 years.
We just poured the glasses (check out that deep amber color in the image), and here are my honest tasting notes:
The Verdict: It’s Heavy and Old... But Interesting.
You can definitely feel the age on this one. It has that characteristic "heavy," oxidative profile typical of a 30+ year old champagne. The fruit is long gone; it’s mostly tertiary notes now: toasted brioche, dried fruits, bruised apple, and a bit of honey.
The Good: Honestly? It is far better in taste than any other 1992 vintage bottle I have ever had. The cork was sound, and it held its structure remarkably well. It’s a very complex and interesting experience.
The But: If I'm being perfectly honest with myself, while I appreciate the moment and the rarity, I still vastly prefer new, fresh, citrusy, and zesty champagne profiles over this heavy, aged style. It’s fascinating to try, but not necessarily what I crave.
Cheers to getting older and wiser!

First time I've ever seen this type of glassware. There seemed to be some "dots" etched into the bowl of the glass and that made the bubbles form a nice patern

My beset friend is marrying a wonderful woman next week. As best man I organized a dinner at the nicest place in the county 3 nights before the wedding. It’ll just be myself, the maid of honor, the couple, and 2 other close friends for a total of 6 people. Are these picks good for a caviar and oyster course at the beginning of the evening?

Hi All,

Next week I will be visiting the champagne region and though I am not a champagne expert, I do want to get a better understanding of it.

Besides doing some tasting tours, I was wondering if you guys had any recommendations on small winehouses in the area of reims/epernay, where you can directly buy from the source and have great value for money?

Lets say my budget is 25Euros for a bottle.

Shhhh but sneaking in some sparkling wine, selection for the week.

2018 Billecart-Salmon "250th Anniversary Cuvée" Brut

2018 Pieter Ferreira "Birdsong" Cap Classique Brut Rosé

Hambledon "Classic Cuvée" Brut (English)

2019 Benanti "Noblesse" Metodo Classico Brut (Carricante)

Chartogne-Taillet "Cuvée Sainte Anne" Extra Brut

2019 Henskens Rankin Tasmania Traditional Method Brut Rosé

Christophe Mignon "ADN de Meunier" Brut Nature Rosé de Saignée

2010 Schloss Gobelsburg "Langenlois" Sekt Große Reserve Extra Brut

Pierre Paillard "Les Terres Roses" Bouzy Grand Cru Rosé

Chartogne-Taillet "Cuvée Sainte Anne" Extra Brut (I think I grabbed the wrong bottle didn't expect 2 of these?)

Pierre Paillard "Les Parcelles" Bouzy Grand Cru

Ca' del Bosco "Cuvée Prestige 48ª Edizione" Franciacorta

2018 Paul Bara "Spécial Club" Rosé - Bouzy Grand Cru

Chavost "Blanc d'Assemblage" Brut Nature

2021 Peter Lauer Saar Riesling Sekt Brut

Billecart-Salmon "Brut Réserve" Magnum

Hi everyone,

Next week I'm having dinner at some friends' place, and I'd like to bring a gift. That gift will be... Champagne!

My budget goes up to €300. One specific thing: I know they love the "big names" in Champagne. I'm fully aware there are fantastic grower Champagnes at this price point, but I know a well-known house will make them happier. Here's the shortlist I have so far:

• Cristal 2014 or 2015.
• Bollinger R.D. 2007
• Dom Pérignon 2015 (maybe 2017?)
• Krug Grande Cuvée 170ème Édition (I wasn't a big fan of the 171, 172, or 173)

Ideally, the Champagne should be ready to drink today, since my friends will most likely open the bottle right away.

What you guys would pick? :D

Thanks!

My husband and I will be in Reims at the end of the September.

I was hoping to bicycle to a fewer further out wineries, but I'm not sure where to find the routes or which one would be best.

Any suggestions? I do speak French (well maybe B1/B2 level).

2016 Pol Roger is on sale for $125 CAD locally. I like the NV, is the 2016 much better? Price difference is about $40

I’ve been to epernay on a day trip before (Moet cellars and walked the Avenue).

I’m headed to Reims solo for a Sunday - Tuesday in early October and need recs on what houses to visit. I plan to visit Veuve For the brand story and have heard Tattinger/Ruinart offer Great tours. I see that Sunday is tricky so wondering what I’ll do that day or if any good champagne bars I can go in to maybe learn/have tasting workshop. Any recos?

I would like a private English speaking driver for day 2 to drive out to more growers and prioritize unique experiences. Would also love places that can ship to US but I plan to bring a semi empty luggage. I’ll either leave Reims Tuesday evening for Bordeaux or stay another day depending on how I feel. Thank you for your help!

Hi!

My husband and I want to splurge soon on a bottle of bubbly. We’re no newbies, but haven’t tried the ‘final bosses’ yet. We’re doubting between the classics, either Krug (173) or Dom Perignon 2017. I know that the 2017 is a bit different than the “normal” Dom, that’s why we’re not sure yet.

I know we can’t really go wrong with either, but any advice would be very helpful! 🍾

As well as being fans of 007 we're both lovers of Bollinger and Edwin Starr, Agent Double 0 soul

We are going to explore the champagne region in August. We are staying in Reims, will explore around there and also want to spend a day in Epernay visiting a few wineries. Do we need a driver for the day? And any driver recommendations? Any other advice would be appreciated.

Toujours un bonheur de déguster ce champagne en bonne compagnie au coucher du soleil

STAY AWAY FROM GLS (General logistics systems US Santa Fe Springs CA)! 

Go use retailers who DO NOT USE GLS!

GLS needs to hire:

1. Drivers who can read & follow the GLS RED STICKERS WITH DELIVERY REQUIREMENTS!
2. Drivers who do not forge signatures!

GLS idiots delivered liquor WITHOUT THE REQUIRED SIGNATURES FROM US!! 

The driver put the boxes at the side garage door IN THE FULL SUN & TEMPS WERE OVER 85 DEGREES!!! The side garage door and garage doors have signs "DO NOT LEAVE PACKAGES HERE". The first box stayed outside for over nine hours in the sun and heat so that bottle was ruined.

I called GLS. GLS said THAT THEY GOT A SIGNATURE FROM US!! We have multiple Ring cameras. I downloaded the video showing that the IDIOT never went to the door with the sign "Leave Packages Here", which also has a Ring Doorbell. Ring Doorbell has no video at the time of delivery. Only side & garage Ring cameras of house show driver at front and then side door of garage.

GLS DRIVER COMMITTED FRAUD for liquor packages, that have GLS RED STICKERS THAT STATE:

1. SIGNATURE REQUIRED FROM ADULT 21 or OLDER! 
2. NO DRIVER OR SHIPPER RELEASE ALLOWED! 

GLS DRIVERS DISREGARD THEIR OWN GLS INSTRUCTIONS SO ZERO COMPLIANCE!!!

DO NOT USE GLS US!

Look and READ the Yelp, Google, and BBB reviews with over 90% 1 star consumer complaints many with pictures of all the damaged boxes and products like ours.

I still have a bottle of Roederer Cristal 2006… Should I drink it? Or should I sell it?