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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The value and verve of grower champagnes

April 14, 2022

You may recall a few months ago when we debunked the myths surrounding a widely purported ‘champagne shortage’ in Australia. We encouraged champagne lovers not...

Open That Bottle Night 2022

March 18, 2022

Since 2000, Open That Bottle Night has been held on the last Saturday in February each year and is embraced and celebrated by wine lovers...

The Perfect Summer Send-off

March 11, 2022

This weekend marks the long weekend Labour Day holiday for those of us in Victoria and Tasmania. Rather serendipitously, it’s coincided with a glorious forecast...

Raising the Bar in the Côte des Bar (Part 2)

March 4, 2022

Part 1 of our Le Journal feature articles on the Côte des Bar can be read here. A scenic 2 hours’ drive south of...

Rebels with a Cause in the Côte des Bar (Part 1)

February 26, 2022

Part 2 of our Le Journal feature articles on the Côte des Bar can be read here. Bordering Champagne and Burgundy, the Côte des...

Celebrating the new: Champagne Pierre Gerbais

December 31, 2021

Without tradition, there is no innovation. Without the past, there is no future. This grounding sentiment was echoed, etched into the palate and stored deep...

Myth-busting the ‘Champagne shortage’

December 17, 2021

Please don’t let recent media reports of a ‘Champagne shortage’ burst your bubble. Australians are not in the midst of a Champagne crisis, and champagne...

‘Terroir’, Uninterrupted: Champagne Nicolas Maillart

November 19, 2021

‘Wine is a reflection of terroir—and the person doing it’—Nicolas Maillart If wine is a work of art and the winemaker the artist, it is...

Sally Hillman’s Top Ten Champagnes of 2021

October 30, 2021

It’s hard to believe we are fast approaching the penultimate month of the year already. As family and friends reunite across the country, we have...

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