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Perrier-Jouët was my final Champagne of 2025 + the perfect beginning for 2026
The final dinner of the year always feels symbolic, a quiet threshold between what has been and what is about to begin. To close 2025 and welcome 2026, I chose Perrier-Jouët. Some Champagnes feel like an occasion before the cork even moves, and Perrier-Jouët belongs to that rare category, a house whose history is inseparable […] The post Perrier-Jouët was my final Champagne of 2025 + the perfect beginning for 2026 appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Pre–New Year’s Dinner: Why Louis Roederer Collection 245 and Cristal 2016 Redefine Celebration
Some evenings feel like prologues. The eve before New Year’s Eve is one of them, less noise, more contemplation. It’s the space where conversation deepens, and Champagne becomes less of a party trick and more of an essay in liquid form. This year, my pre–New Year’s dinner is guided by the ethos of Louis […] The post Pre–New Year’s Dinner: Why Louis Roederer Collection 245 and Cristal 2016 Redefine Celebration appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Champagne Deutz: A Holiday Standard
Nestled in the premier cru village of Aÿ, in the historic Champagne region of northeastern France, Maison Deutz occupies a place in the pantheon of classic Champagne houses that feels both rooted and unexpectedly electric. Founded in 1838 by William Deutz and Pierre-Hubert Geldermann, this house emerged from the great era of négociant ambition, carving […] The post Champagne Deutz: A Holiday Standard appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Champagne Laurent-Perrier: Two Iconic Expressions for the Holiday Season
Among the many Champagne houses that balance intellectual rigour with pure pleasure, Laurent-Perrier stands confidently at the top of the pyramid. For the holiday season, two cuvées in particular capture my attention, both for celebratory exuberance and contemplative depth: Grand Siècle No. 26 and Laurent-Perrier Cuvée Rosé. Each expresses a different philosophy of luxury – […] The post Champagne Laurent-Perrier: Two Iconic Expressions for the Holiday Season appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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A Classic Hostess Gift for the Holidays: Nicolas Feuillatte Réserve Exclusive Gift Pack with Two Flutes
Amid the endless swirl of holiday gifting, a few offerings strike the elusive balance between polish and pleasure quite like the Nicolas Feuillatte Réserve Exclusive Gift Pack, complete with two refined Champagne flutes. It is an effortlessly gracious hostess gift – considered, celebratory, and refreshingly unpretentious. Tasting NotesAt its core is Nicolas Feuillatte’s Réserve Exclusive […] The post A Classic Hostess Gift for the Holidays: Nicolas Feuillatte Réserve Exclusive Gift Pack with Two Flutes appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Champagne Telmont: Where Heritage Meets the Future of Sustainable Champagne + Wine Review
Champagne is a region built on centuries of tradition, but every so often, a house emerges that doesn’t just update the rule book; it edits the whole document. Telmont, the organically driven, sustainability-obsessed house from Damery, is one of the most compelling modern narratives in Champagne today. With a history that stretches back more than […] The post Champagne Telmont: Where Heritage Meets the Future of Sustainable Champagne + Wine Review appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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The Return of Pink Chardonnay: A Lost Heir Rejoins Champagne’s Noble Lineage
Pink Chardonnay, officially recognized in the Champagne appellation since July 31, 2025, marks a historic return of a nearly forgotten grape variety to its rightful place in the region’s viticultural legacy. A natural mutation of white Chardonnay, this rediscovered gem becomes the eighth authorized grape variety in Champagne, joining the traditional seven and reflecting both […] The post The Return of Pink Chardonnay: A Lost Heir Rejoins Champagne’s Noble Lineage appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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European Wine Tourism Index 2025: Ranking Europe’s Leading Wine Destinations
Wine tourism represents one of the fastest-growing segments of global cultural and experiential travel. According to a recent survey by TUI Musement, more than 91% of respondents expressed interest in wine-related travel, with the highest engagement among travellers aged 18 to 44. Responding to this demand, and coinciding with Europe’s harvest season, TUI Musement has […] The post European Wine Tourism Index 2025: Ranking Europe’s Leading Wine Destinations appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Emirates Elevates Luxury Inflight Experience with Dom Pérignon Rosé Champagne in First Class
Emirates has further strengthened its reputation for offering one of the world’s most exclusive inflight wine and champagne selections by introducing Dom Pérignon Rosé Vintage 2009 to its first-class menu. This distinguished cuvée will be available for a limited time across all Emirates routes departing from Dubai. The airline maintains exclusive global rights to serve […] The post Emirates Elevates Luxury Inflight Experience with Dom Pérignon Rosé Champagne in First Class appeared first on Liz Palmer .
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Carol Duval-Leroy Named Officer of the Legion of Honour for Her Pioneering Role in Champagne
In a momentous acknowledgment of her exceptional contributions to viticulture and French cultural heritage, Carol Duval-Leroy, President of Maison Duval-Leroy, has been named Officer of the Legion of Honour, one of France’s highest civilian accolades. This prestigious distinction not only honours her unwavering dedication to the Champagne region but also recognizes over three decades of […] The post Carol Duval-Leroy Named Officer of the Legion of Honour for Her Pioneering Role in Champagne appeared first on Liz Palmer .