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How to Get Around Champagne Once you’ve arrived in Champagne, I am sure you will be keen to visit some of its famous Champagne Houses. The good news is that the easiest way to visit some of the most ...

July 4, 2025 marks the 10-year anniversary since Champagne hillsides, houses and cellars became a UNESCO World Heritage site and there will be major festivities on the day and throughout the month.

Nicolas Ruinart launched it in 1729. It holds the title of the first Champagne house. His uncle, monk Dom Thierry Ruinart, predicted sparkling wine’s wide appeal. The brand excels in Blanc de Blancs ...