From the Apr 30, 2021, issue
Champagne is among the most technically complex wines to produce, blending different grapes, vineyard plots and vintages—potentially choosing from hundreds, even thousands of wines—to create a single bottling of non-vintage Champagne. Julie Cavil, chef de cave at Krug Champagne, likens it to arranging a symphony orchestra. Senior editor Alison Napjus reflects on all the work it takes to create these prized sparkling wines.
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