The Emperor Edition

La Revue du Vin de France (RVF) has released its 2024 ranking of the 50 best Champagne houses, celebrating a perfect blend of heritage and innovation. Leading the list is Krug, praised for the unmatched depth of its Grande Cuvée, followed by Louis Roederer and Jacquesson, who continue to set standards for excellence and precision. Rising stars like Fleur de Miraval and Leclerc-Briant showcase how modern practices and bold vision are reshaping the industry. The ranking highlights consistency, terroir expression, craftsmanship, and sustainability as key factors that set these maisons apart. Whether you’re a collector, connoisseur, or simply a lover...

Why the Tulip Glass is the Ultimate Choice for Champagne 🥂✨ When it comes to truly experiencing champagne, the glass you choose makes all the difference. While the classic flute has long been admired for its elegant appearance, it limits the full potential of this iconic drink. The tulip-shaped glass, with its gently curved bowl and narrower rim, is designed to elevate the champagne experience by enhancing aromas, allowing perfect oxygenation, and preserving the essential effervescence. Emperor Champagne’s Exclusive Champagne Glasses embody this superior design, expertly crafted from premium crystal to showcase the champagne’s vibrant bubbles, golden hues, and complex...

An Australian Christmas Feast with Champagne Pairings 🥂✨ An Australian Christmas is a unique celebration of summer flavours and festive tradition, perfectly complemented by champagne. From fresh seafood like prawns and oysters paired with Pierre Gimonnet Blanc de Blancs, to honey-glazed ham matched with Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé, each dish finds its ideal bubbly companion. Barbecued lobster or salmon pairs wonderfully with Taittinger Brut Réserve, while roast turkey and cranberry sauce shine alongside Pol Roger Brut Réserve. Desserts like pavlova and trifle are elevated with the sweetness of Pol Roger Rich Demi-Sec, and even the iconic Christmas pudding finds a match...

Over half a century of environmentally respectful farming is at the heart of Yves Ruffin. His three hectares situated Avenay Val d’Or and Tauxières were converted to organic farming 50 years ago, a move that went against the trends of the time. He was a pioneer, one that ignored and challenged the critics during a time when winegrowers and technicians didn’t take into consideration the impact their actions were having on the environment. Yves’s son, Thierry, carried on his tradition and contributed to developing alternative cultivation methods. In 2007, his wife, Sylvie, succeeded him and still today continues production with...