Appellation Controlée (and Related Matters) – A Concise Guide


Background Appelllation Contrôlée is a protection given to French produce from a specified region.  It normally requires guarantees that the produce comes from that region, has been produced according to specified standards, and meets certain (relatively low) quality levels.  Unlike common perception, it applies as easily to cheese and chickens…

The Evolutionary Sparkle in Champagne


By: Steve Morey Wine was “born” and like an old friend, continues to surprise in new and unexpected ways.  Champagne was “found” and enjoys its place in the world as the preeminent drink of celebrations, festivities and commemorations. At the outset, Champagne arose as a still, sweet table wine in…