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In Champagne, a Quiet Soul Speaks Through the Vines: Franck Pascal, the Sixth-Sensed Vigneron Crafting Champagne from Soul and Soil
There’s no need to list Franck Pascal’s reputation as a pioneer in biodynamics and natural winemaking, nor to emphasize that he’s been championing a chemical-free approach for over two decades, long before such philosophies were understood, let alone embraced. He engages not merely with the land, but in profound communion with it.

Mona Elyafi
Aug 615 min read


David Léclapart: A Revolutionary Force Behind Champagne’s Evolution.
Tucked away in the charming village of Trépail, Southeast of the Montagne de Reims, Champagne Léclapart is driving a quiet revolution.

Mona Elyafi
Feb 18 min read


Champagne with a Pulse: Hervé Jestin on Bioenergetics And Crafting a New Culture Of Luxury At Leclerc Briant.
Champagne Leclerc Briant is a quintessential name when it comes to avant-garde Champagne.

Mona Elyafi
Jan 158 min read


Meet Thomas Barbichon … The Grower Champagne Star Transforming The Narrative Of One Of The Most Historic And Rebellious Champagne Region: The Aube
Among visionary winemakers transforming the narrative for the Côte des Bars is Thomas Barbichon.

Mona Elyafi
Sep 18, 20245 min read


Uncorking A Hidden Gem Of Champagne: Meet Clémence & Anthony Toullec The Bubble Makers Behind Champagne A&C Toullec
One such serendipitous moments was meeting Clémence and Anthony Toullec, the fifth generation managing the family-operated Champagne House.

Mona Elyafi
Jun 14, 20244 min read


In The World Of Bubbles, Séverine Frerson Dares To Be An Anemone – Unique & Enchanting
In The World Of Bubbles, Séverine Frerson Dares To Be An Anemone – Unique & Enchanting

Mona Elyafi
Feb 8, 202410 min read


All Eyes On Ludovic du Plessis: Putting More Skin In The Sustainability Game With Champagne Telmont
... A CHAMPAGNE WITH A CONSCIENCE. CERTIFIED’ABLY MADE IN NATURE! Parisian-born Ludovic du Plessis has spent more than two decades...

Mona Elyafi
Oct 13, 202314 min read


The inKRUGible Music of Champagne - A Tête-à-Tête with Olivier Krug...
...SIXTH GENERATION DIRECTOR OF LA MAISON KRUG Wine, in its very essence, is one of the great simple pleasures of life. Yet for a drink...

Mona Elyafi
Aug 15, 202313 min read


Charline Drappier On Being The 8th Generation Of The Champagne Drappier Game-Changing Dynasty...
...Turning the Aube into Champagne's hotspot for terroir-driven wines While the Côte des Bar, the Aube’s winegrowing region, is home to...

Mona Elyafi
Jun 27, 202311 min read


Champagne Diebolt-Vallois: The Quintessential Expression Of Some Of The Côte Des Blancs’...
...MOST ICONIC TERROIRS Located in the in the grand cru village of Cramant in the famed Côte des Blancs, Diebolt-Vallois is a...

Mona Elyafi
Apr 5, 20237 min read


For Your Eyes Only: “La Dégustation Visuelle”
CAROLINE BRUN’S INVITATION TO AN ARTISTIC VISUAL SENSORY VOYAGE INTO CHAMPAGNE Champagne, like all wines, is an experience for all the...

Mona Elyafi
Mar 31, 20236 min read


In Taste He Trusts: Didier Mariotti, Veuve Clicquot’s Chef De Caves...
... UNCORKS THE UNIQUE SAVOIR-FAIRE OF THE ICONIC CHAMPAGNE HOUSE WITH THE YELLOW SOUL If you were to name a champagne brand, chances are...

Mona Elyafi
Mar 20, 20239 min read


Le Printemps Des Champagnes - A week of exceptional tastings in Champagne
If there is one event in Champagne that will certifiably give you enough reasons to experience a severe case of FOMO it is Le Printemps...

Mona Elyafi
Mar 17, 20232 min read


Blazing A Path Into The Future Of Champagne Charlotte De Sousa Is Uniquely Leading The Movement...
...TOWARDS A MORE INCLUSIVE INDUSTRY. The story of Champagne DE SOUSA is one of family values and ethics of respect for nature. An...

Mona Elyafi
Mar 2, 20239 min read


Excelling In The Art Of Vintage …Meet Delphine Brulez,
THE “FaBULLEuse” WOMAN BEHIND CHAMPAGNE LOUISE-BRISON At the helm of the family-owned champagne house since 2016, Delphine Brulez, is...

Mona Elyafi
Feb 24, 202310 min read


Champagne Royalty Virginie Taittinger On Establishing A Champagne Label With Her Own Name...
....AND LEADING THE CHAMPAGNE INDUSTRY FORWARD BALANCING TRADITION AND INNOVATION. The story of Virginie Taittinger is indisputably one...

Mona Elyafi
Jan 27, 202312 min read


Coupe Du Monde And Coupe De Champagne: Top Five Bubbliest Moments In The World Cup History
There is no bigger sports event in the world than the World Cup. Created in 1930 by the Fédération International de Football Association...

Mona Elyafi
Dec 7, 20229 min read


“Because She’s Worth It!”
From A Cosmetics Dynasty To A Champagne Legacy: Anne Malassagne Transformed Her Family Gem Into A Tiny Bubble Powerhouse Becoming Today A...

Mona Elyafi
Dec 1, 202213 min read


Interview With The Effervescent Carole Doyard Of Champagne Doyard-Mahé
Champagne Doyard-Mahé has been a family owned and run champagne house since its inception in the mid-20th century. Located in the premier...

Mona Elyafi
Oct 23, 20228 min read


Les Essenti’Elles De Champagne: Up Close And Personal With Carol Duval-Leroy
Belgian native Carol Duval-Leroy originally aspired to become a real estate agent with the ultimate goal to eventually open her own...

Mona Elyafi
Sep 30, 20229 min read
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