We would be remiss to host Paris week at AisleDash and not mention one of the best French exports since torn baguettes -- champagne! As you may know, champagne is actually sparkling wine that stems from the champagne valley of France and come in many varieties -- brut, extra dry, demi-sec, etc. If your dream wedding theme consists of all things Parisian, you can't keep a bottle of proper bubbly away from your guests. But how do you decide on what, exactly, to serve? Here are a handful of bottles of champagne that you can't go wrong with, and you can also purchase any of these in many other places beside France's champagne region.
- Moet & Chandon White Star -- At $44.99 this bottle may feel like a bit of a splurge, but you won't be disappointed. This champagne comes from the largest champagne house in France, best known for their much-pricier bottle of Dom Perignon.
- Charles Heidsieck Brut Reserve -- A smooth, classic taste that costs around $40 a bottle and is delicious!
- Veuve Clicquot Brut -- This hard-to-miss yellow label signifies a fantastic bottle of bubbly is full-bodied and a fan favorite.
- Perrier Jouet NV Grand Brut -- A champagne that can be served from beginning to end at your wedding while satisfying everyone.
Whichever bottle you decide upon, a bottle of good (and true!) champagne can't be beat, and it will add a sparkle to any Parisian wedding.
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Jun 4th 2008 @ 2:09PM
Mark Goldrich said...
For great champagnes at better prices, steer away from the big boys and go for the smaller family producers. Your local specialist wine shop should have one or two.
I import champagne into the UK so I'm used to sourcing good value.
The one we use for our personalised champagne (http://www.personalisedwinelabels.co.uk) is produced by the Bauchet family. They do have a US importer. The family grow all their own grapes, the big names don't, and produce great champagne that wines international awards. Last month they win bronze at the International Wine Challenge, the top international competition.
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