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for the June 30, 2009 issue

A once quiet member of the luxury goods dynasty reclaims the Champagne house founded by his grandfather

Mitch Frank
Issue: June 30, 2009

Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger, president of one of Champagne's most famous houses, resembles a walking tornado. With his tousled mane of shaggy brown hair, strong features and piercing blue eyes, he immediately makes his presence known when he enters a room.

For the full article, check out the new issue of Wine Spectator, on newsstands June 10, 2009.