The Emperor Edition — Champagne History

Hundreds of years ago, champagne was far from the drink we know and love today. Champagne was originally a still wine (quelle horreur!). Then came the bubbles, which legend attributes to Dom Perignon (although more accurately it was likely Christopher Merret). But it's Madame Pommery who created the latest of the revolutions - taking champagne from sweet to dry - giving us the style of champagne we predominantly drink today.   In the 19th century, women were essentially the property of their fathers or husbands. They certainly weren't able to head businesses. Once widows, however, they were able to achieve leadership in...