Are you letting outdated myths dictate your choice of sparkling wine?
While Champagne boasts a legendary reputation, much of what we believe about it is shaped by marketing mystique, and old, outdated misconceptions. To fully appreciate this great wine, and find the best bottles, it is time to look behind the scenes and separate fact from fiction.
In this article, we debunk five often mentioned Champagne myths:
- the misunderstood “grand cru” concept,
- the unfortunate looking-down-the-nose at a great grape variety, and
- an overlooked sub-region producing amazing wines.
Plus,
- we reveal the truth about pinot meunier and
- the actual number of permitted grapes in Champagne—is it three, seven, or nine?
Read more in Per’s article on BKWine Magazine, originally published on Forbes:
Free yourself from these outdated myths to discover exceptional bottles you might otherwise overlook.
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