The Emperor Edition

Special occasions deserve spectacular moments that leave your guests in awe. Opening a bottle of champagne using a sabre sword is just that. It’s drinking champagne the traditional way, the French way.The art of sabrage dates back over two centuries, to the era of legendary French leader Napoleon Bonaparte and his military campaigns. The Napoleonic Wars followed the French Revolution of 1789, with Napoleon taking power a decade later and fighting across Europe soon after. The Hussars (light cavalry mounted on fast horses) were a symbol of Napoleons early successes and perceived invincibility. They were lavishly dressed young soldiers wearing...

1864. The year Alfred Gratien established his Champagne House and made his first cuvées in Rue Maurice Cerveaux, Epernay. It has remained a family business ever since. Join us as we journey into the past to discover how the Alfred Gratien we know today honours their founder and generations of winemakers. A young Alfred Gratien Image by The Wine Society via website For over 150 years, Alfred Gratien champagnes have remained a family affair made possible by the expertise and technical skills of their namesake founder. For four generations the Jaeger family have been custodians of House Alfred Gratien. The...

Possibly the most sought after champagne, sadly Ruinart Blanc de Blancs will not be returning to our shelves for many months. BUT Ruinart isn't the only champagne out there. If you love Ruinart, now's the time to try the equally delicious Perrier-Jouët and Frerejean Frères. We break down the best alternatives to Ruinart Blanc de Blancs in the latest post in The Emperor Edition.  

What a rollercoaster of a year 2021 has been? From lockdowns, to protests, to wild weather events… 2021 has certainly brought some challenges unlike anything the country has seen before. But despite the doom and gloom, we have reason to celebrate. International borders are finally reopening, families reuniting and our social lives are back! A celebration is never complete without a bottle (or few) of champagne. Today we are breaking down the top seven champagnes of 2021! 1. Billecart-Salmon Elisabeth Salmon 2008 Brut Rosé Vintage This vintage rosé features a luminous and brilliant visual presence with a sustained salmon pink...