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Articles and curated reflections on Champagne, style, and the art of living well
Since 2018, Le Journal has been my space to share ideas and musings about Champagne, style, homecooking, entertaining, and the rituals that make life richer.
We’ve curated these articles and reflections into a Library, so everything you’re looking for is easy to explore.
The Library organises the content into approachable themes, from recipes and tablescapes to Champagne insights and lifestyle inspiration.
Some articles and videos are freely accessible, while others are part of L’Atelier, a modern, curated workshop of ideas: a gentle invitation to explore the archive fully, learn, and enjoy the Champagne lifestyle at your own pace.
Recipes, Entertaining & Hosting
Elevate every recipe, menu, and celebration with inspired Champagne pairings and entertaining tips.
Lunar New Year 2026: Welcoming the Year of the Fire Horse
Aperitivo in the Alps: Food Traditions from the Dolomites and Milan
The Art of the Summer Soirée
Champagne & Food Pairing: Galette des Rois for Epiphany (Three Kings Day)
A Conversation on The Relish Podcast with Kate Stevenson
Introducing Sally Hillman’s Champagne Book – ‘Celebrating Champagne: A Wine for All Seasons’
How to Pair Champagne Rosé with Charcuterie: The Ultimate Guide and Best Bottles
The Best Champagne Rosé Food Pairing for Fall (Autumn Flavours)
Rev Your Engines and Raise Your Glasses: The F1 Grand Prix & Champagne
The ‘Galette des Rois’: A Sweet French Tradition
Champagne Regions & Producers
Discover Champagne’s makers, explore its terroirs, and uncover the stories behind every exceptional cuvée.
Grower Champagne Feature: Champagne Geoffroy
Based in Aÿ, with most vineyards located in the family’s ancestral home of Cumières in the Vallée de la…
Grower Champagne Feature: Champagne Julien Prélat
Due to the region’s warmer microclimate, champagnes from the Côte des Bar are naturally more robust and fruity, and the…
Grower Champagne Feature: Champagne Dehours & Fils
With Easter just around the corner, our Grower Champagne Club members have this month received a selection of fine gastronomic…
Grower Champagne Feature: Champagne Pertois-Moriset
By now, we’re all back into the swing of things, busy again with school pick-ups, and the office a flurry…
The Feast of Saint Vincent, patron saint of winegrowers
In Champagne, January sits—in the middle of winter—between the harvest of last year’s vintage and the start of new…
Grower Champagne Feature: Champagne A. Bergère
After much popping, clinking and fizzing, we’ve finally reached the end of 2023! Summer has arrived, and just a few…
Grower Champagne Club
Our latest Blanc de Blancs champagne arrivals come from unique, lesser-known growing areas renowned for producing terroir-driven, Chardonnay-based cuvées with…
Australians: Fly to the City of Love and Lights in 17 hours
Exciting news! Qantas has announced it will be launching non-stop flights from Australia to Paris just in time for…
Champagne Maps by Sally Hillman
Our signature maps aim to demystify Champagne and make the appellation more understandable using a visual approach. Each region…
The Talk of the Town: Champagne André Clouet
Thus reads the welcome statement of Champagne André Clouet’s newly updated website as a breathtaking panorama of the Grand…
Champagne Appreciation
Savour the art, taste, and craftsmanship of Champagne in every glass.
From Visibility to Authority: Women in Champagne in 2026
Why Verona? Celebrating Australia’s Winter Olympic Success at the 2026 Closing Ceremony
Introducing Sally Hillman’s Champagne Book – ‘Celebrating Champagne: A Wine for All Seasons’
How to Pair Champagne Rosé with Charcuterie: The Ultimate Guide and Best Bottles
The Best Champagne Rosé Food Pairing for Fall (Autumn Flavours)
Rev Your Engines and Raise Your Glasses: The F1 Grand Prix & Champagne
Eat Well, Champagne Often! #9
In the Southern Hemisphere, Christmas arrives with the warmth of summer sun, offering a delightful contrast to the cold, wintery…
Eat Well, Champagne Often! #8
The History and Traditions of Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is one of the most beloved holidays in the United States, celebrated each…
Eat Well, Champagne Often! #7
By virtue of the festive social whirl, time may be limited for whipping up crowd-pleasing meals or even something simple…
Champagne Terminology Part 3: A Look at the Vines
Not sure why phylloxera is so fearsome? Don’t know how grapevine selection affects wine? Then this post is for you!…
Glassware & Tools
Refine the Champagne ritual with the perfect glassware and tasting tools.
From Champagne Lips to Bubble Talk: A Look at Champagne Bottle Finishes
A Bague Carrée (‘square ring’) is a term used to describe the square lip found just below…
Fabrice Sommier: The boy who fell into a cauldron of magic potion
‘I was 23 months old when I took part in my first ‘tasting’ on 14 July 1972. My…
Drinking in Champagne with Lehmann Glass
Just returned from a summer holiday touring Champagne and eager to recreate the same luxurious apéro hour experiences at…
Be the Ultimate Host with Lehmann Glass
Spring has finally sprung, bringing with it an abundance of opportunities to enjoy outdoor gatherings and special events with…
Celebrate this Father’s Day with Luxurious Champagne & Gift Hampers by Sally Hillman
“As we celebrate Father’s Day, it’s an opportunity to honour the remarkable men who have touched our lives. Our…
Shake Up Apéro Hour at Home with These Elegant Cocktail Glasses
Allow us to introduce you to the beautiful Bar & Lounge Collection for fine spirits, sake and cocktail enthusiasts…
All About Arnaud (Lallement)!
Earlier this week, three-starred chef Arnaud Lallement received the Ordre national du Mérite (a French order of merit) at his…
To Flute or Not to Flute? That Is the Question for a Glass of Champagne
Navigating the world of glassware can be a daunting task. With so many options to choose from, you may…
The Glassware Archives Part 2: Lehmann Glass, the Art of the Table
In Part 1 of Sally Hillman’s Glassware Archives, we wrote in depth about the science behind the shape of a…
The Glassware Archives Part 1: The Universe in a Glass
A poet once said, ‘The whole universe is in a glass of wine.’ We will probably never know in…
News & Media
Connect with the latest Champagne stories, industry insights, and updates from the House of Sally Hillman.
The Art of the Summer Soirée
2025 Wrapped: Champagne, Lifestyle & the Book
A Sparkling Conversation on the “Sounds Good with Donna Demaio” Podcast
A Conversation on The Relish Podcast with Kate Stevenson
‘At The Bar’ with Jane Rocca – The Write Drop
‘Champagne In Focus’ by The Juliet Report
Introducing Sally Hillman’s Champagne Book – ‘Celebrating Champagne: A Wine for All Seasons’
Australians: Fly to the City of Love and Lights in 17 hours
Exciting news! Qantas has announced it will be launching non-stop flights from Australia to Paris just in time for…
Sally Hillman X Thomas Archer The Elba Launch
Sally Hillman was recently engaged by Thomas Archer, a leading boutique Melbourne builder, as the official champagne supplier for their…
WIN Sally Hillman’s Cristal 2013 & Lehmann Glassware Hamper! [CLOSED]
Posted on 1 November, 2022 at 12.01am (AEDT) by Sally Hillman Pty Ltd COMPETITION IS NOW CLOSED WINNER: M. CHIA,…
