michel vol blanc de blancs release 70/80

wine of celebration par excellence, champagne takes on a more complex reality. despite the singular appellation "champagne," there exists a vast array of different champagnes. thus, champagne can be "blanc de blancs" (made from chardonnay), "blanc de noirs" (made from pinot noir, pinot meunier, or both), made from a blend of the three grape varieties, from a single vineyard or multiple vineyards, white or rosé, vintage or non-vintage, and endowed with varying proportions. additionally, the champagne region constitutes the delimited area of three aocs: champagne, coteaux-champenois, and rosé-des-riceys. on either side of the marne river, reims and épernay share the role of champagne capital. several regions make up the champagne appellation: the montagne de reims, the côte des blancs near épernay, the grande vallée de la marne, and both banks of the vallée de la marne, extended by the vineyards of the aisne and the surmelin valley. finally, the aube vineyard is situated at the extreme southeast of the appellation area and separated from other areas by a 75 km zone devoid of vines. explore the hidden delights of the region, from sun-drenched vineyards to historical treasures; here are some essential activities to enrich your experience and discover the cultural and gastronomic richness it has to offer. 1. cellar tours and champagne tasting: champagne is globally renowned for its champagne cellars. you can visit historic cellars like moët & chandon in épernay or veuve clicquot in reims, where you'll discover the champagne-making process and have the opportunity to taste various varieties of this sparkling wine. 2. vineyard walks: enjoy the picturesque landscapes of the region by strolling through the champagne vineyards. many estates offer guided tours on foot or by bike through the vineyards, where you can learn more about the different stages of grape growing and admire the beautiful vineyard landscapes. 3. cultural heritage discovery: champagne is full of historical and cultural sites to explore. visit the reims cathedral, a masterpiece of gothic architecture where many french kings were crowned, or explore the charming cobblestone streets of the old town of troyes. you can also venture into charming champagne villages like hautvillers, where the monk dom pérignon is said to have invented champagne.