Le Journal

My appreciation of champagne began 25 years ago.

Le Journal is Sally Hillman’s collection of written articles, sharing knowledge of Champagne, its history, champagne wine styles and etiquette, as well as shining a light on the passionate and innovative vignerons who continue to uphold the traditions and values of a truly special place in the world. Le Journal is our destination for lovers of all things Champagne. Enjoy!

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Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité, Santé: Celebrating Bastille Day with Champagne

July 2, 2023

This day pays tribute to France’s founding principles of Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité (Liberty, Equality, Fraternity), which were immortalised as the slogan of the French...

Champagne at a Glance: 370 Houses, 16,000+ Growers and 130 Cooperatives

June 4, 2023

Label Nomenclature Champagne bottles are labelled with mandatory specifications, consumer information and optional wine production facts. Producer initials are a mandatory labelling requirement....

Champagne and The Crown

May 1, 2023

In fact, coronation cuvées are a long-standing tradition for the British Royal Family, with Moët & Chandon releasing coronation champagnes for Edward VII in 1902,...

Easter Recipes for Champagne Feasters

April 4, 2023

Since eggs are an important symbol of rebirth and new beginnings during Easter, we’ve made sure to include recipes that feature and celebrate the...

Creating the Perfect Event: 5 Tips to Plan Like a Pro

March 21, 2023

It all starts with a vision. You’re in charge of organising a work dinner, networking event or birthday celebration, and you’re determined to create...

The Rising Tide of Female Winemakers Will Lift All of Champagne

March 7, 2023

To discover how your glass of champagne relates to women, let’s go back to the roots—historically, to the forward-thinking women who shaped champagne...

Champagne Celebrations and Recipes for Apéro Hour

January 28, 2023

Easy to whip up—and just as easy to knock back and chow down!—champagne and chips is an effortless food and wine pairing for every self-taught...

Almost out of champagne? We aren’t!

January 15, 2023

The Christmas and New Year celebrations have now passed, which means it’s time to take stock for the year ahead—figuratively and literally! If, like us,...

Merry Magnums for the Holiday Season

December 9, 2022

Summer is finally here, heralding many fun-filled days of festive celebrations and delicious feasting under the glorious sun. To commemorate the upcoming Christmas and...

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