Champagne sets 2026 harvest ceiling at 250 million bottles
The Champagne region has fixed its 2026 harvest production limit at 8,800 kg/ha, equivalent to approximately 250 million bottles, in a regulatory decision announced on 23 July 2026.
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Champagne Telmont Launches Limited-Edition Bottle with Emirates GBR SailGP Team
Champagne Telmont has unveiled a limited-edition bottle created in partnership with the Emirates GBR SailGP Team, marking a branded collaboration between a Champagne house and professional sailing.
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Champagne sets 2026 harvest yield at 8,800 kilos per hectare in joint regulatory decision
The presidents of the Syndicat général des vignerons and the Union des Maisons de Champagne have jointly fixed the 2026 appellation yield at 8,800 kilos per hectare, reflecting current market conditions and stock levels.
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Champagne Harvest Quota Cut for the Fourth Year Running in 2026
Regulators in Champagne have reduced the harvest quota for 2026, marking the fourth consecutive annual cut and deepening supply constraints across the appellation.
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Comité Champagne proposes yield reduction with harvest weeks away
The Comité Champagne has put forward a proposal to reduce permitted yields in the appellation, with harvest expected to begin in approximately three weeks.
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Comité Champagne proposes yield cuts ahead of harvest in early August
Comité Champagne has put forward a proposal to reduce harvest yields, with vendanges expected to begin in approximately three weeks from 22 July 2026.
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Champagne fixes its 2026 harvest yield at 8,800 kg/ha
Champagne authorities have set the maximum harvest yield for the 2026 vintage at 8,800 kilograms per hectare, a decision binding on every producer within the appellation.
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Champagne Durdon Bouval's Extra Brut Vinicella earns a daily medal from La Revue du vin de France
La Revue du vin de France has awarded a daily medal to the Extra Brut Vinicella from Champagne Durdon Bouval, recognising the wine's quality on 22 July 2026.
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Alfred Gratien Unveils Angel-Themed Cuvées in a Chapel Setting
Alfred Gratien has introduced new champagne cuvées bearing angel-themed names, including references to 'Paradis' and 'Les 12 Anges', presented in a chapel setting in the Champagne region.
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Lanson embarks on restoration of 200,000 bottles spanning more than a century of vintages
The Champagne house Lanson has announced a restoration project encompassing 200,000 bottles from historic vintages, with the oldest dating back to 1904.
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Louis Roederer marks 250 years with the tale of a sunken royal shipment from 1857
As Louis Roederer celebrates its 250th anniversary, the house has drawn attention to a remarkable discovery: a cargo of 1857 vintage champagne found on the Baltic Sea floor, originally destined for Tsar Alexandre II of Russia.
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Canard-Duchêne opens its contemporary art collection to visitors at Ludes
The Champagne house Canard-Duchêne has integrated a collection of contemporary artworks into its estate in Ludes, inviting visitors to experience the intersection of art and champagne.
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Maison Pommery records first-half revenue growth on the strength of Champagne sales
Maison Pommery has reported revenue growth for the first half of the year, with Champagne sales identified as a principal driver of the result.
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Ruinart Champagne Enters the Mass-Market Arena via E.Leclerc's Bastille Day Promotion
E.Leclerc is promoting Ruinart champagne at a competitive price point on 14 July 2026, with the cuvée carrying a rating of 8.6 out of 10.
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Inside Krug: A Rare Private Tour with President Manuel Reman
On 15 July 2026, Wine Industry Advisor was granted exclusive private access to Krug's Champagne facilities, hosted by President Manuel Reman — a house that opens its doors only by personal invitation.
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Billecart-Salmon Revives a Champagne Tradition with the Launch of a Ratafia
The prestigious Champagne house Billecart-Salmon has launched a ratafia, bringing renewed attention to one of the region's rarest and most storied fortified wines.
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Ninety Years On: The 1936 Decree That Gave Champagne Its Legal Identity
In 2026, Champagne marks ninety years since the foundational 1936 decree that established the appellation's geographic boundaries and production regulations, shaping the region's legal and qualitative framework to this day.
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Barons de Rothschild enters single-vineyard territory with two grand cru parcellaire releases
Champagne Barons de Rothschild has launched two cuvées parcellaires sourced from grand cru sites in Avize and Cramant, marking a significant expansion of its portfolio into terroir-focused, single-vineyard expressions.
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Épernay emerges as a culinary destination favoured by Champagne's own winemakers
Wine Enthusiast has published a travel guide positioning Épernay as a compelling food and drink destination, one quietly championed by the winemakers who know the Champagne region best.
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Barons de Rothschild enters single-vineyard territory with two grand cru cuvées parcellaires
Champagne Barons de Rothschild has launched two single-site expressions sourced from the grand cru villages of Avize and Cramant, marking a significant expansion of the house's portfolio.
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Veuve Clicquot hit by cyberattack at its Reims headquarters
The Reims-based champagne house Veuve Clicquot was the victim of a cyberattack on 4 April 2026, raising fresh questions about digital security across the luxury drinks sector.
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Perrier-Jouët brings a Champagne Terrace and Arts Afternoon Tea to Belgravia's The Hari
Perrier-Jouët has launched a Champagne Terrace and Arts Afternoon Tea experience at The Hari hotel in Belgravia, London, marking a new hospitality partnership between the champagne house and the luxury property.
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Pol Roger Champagne receives tasting review from The Drinks Business
The Drinks Business has published a tasting review of Pol Roger Champagne, characterising the vintage under assessment as truly remarkable.
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Pol Roger unveils its 2019 vintage from a harvest described as exceptional
Pol Roger has released a 2019 vintage champagne, with a professional tasting assessment provided by Patrick Schmitt MW, offering guidance for collectors evaluating this notable release.
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Maison Collery opens its doors to international visitors with rooms and curated activities
The Aÿ-Champagne house has expanded its offering to include guest accommodation and activities aimed at drawing international clientele to the heart of the Champagne region.
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Ayala releases Collection N°18, its first Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru from Aÿ
Ayala has released Collection N°18, a Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru sourced entirely from the Grand Cru village of Aÿ in Champagne, marking a first for the house.
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Krug Establishes a Permanent Champagne Pairing Experience at La Gaia in Ibiza
Krug Champagne has launched a permanent pairing experience at La Gaia in Ibiza, marking a sustained commitment to luxury hospitality in one of Europe's most prominent leisure destinations.
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French Heatwave and Drought Set to Cut Champagne Yields by Around 10%
A prolonged summer heatwave and drought across France are expected to reduce Champagne grape yields by approximately 10% and push harvests weeks earlier than usual.
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Gleneagles Opens a Dom Pérignon Cellar Experience in the Scottish Highlands
The celebrated Gleneagles hotel in Scotland has unveiled a dedicated Dom Pérignon cellar, bringing an exclusive champagne encounter to one of Britain's most distinguished luxury destinations.
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Comité Champagne caps harvest yield at 9,000 kg/ha in response to excess stock
The Comité Champagne has set a maximum harvest yield of 9,000 kg/ha for the upcoming vintage, citing excess stock levels across the region.
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Émilien Boutillat named cellar master at Champagne Bollinger
Champagne Bollinger has appointed Émilien Boutillat as its new chef de cave, a significant moment for one of the region's most historic houses.
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Lanson's Noble Champagne: the prestige cuvée that demands fifteen years of patience
Lanson cellar master Hervé Dantan has shared rare insight into Noble Champagne, a prestige cuvée released exclusively in exceptional vintage years following a minimum of fifteen years of ageing.
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Frost Destroys Crops Across One Fifth of Champagne's Vineyards
A severe frost event on 1 April 2026 caused total crop loss across 20 per cent of Champagne's vineyards, dealing a significant blow to the region's production outlook.
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Lepeltier and Rimoldi Draw a Full House at DFWE New York Champagne Masterclass
Master Sommelier Pascaline Lepeltier and Delamotte and Salon export director Cristian Rimoldi led a sold-out Champagne masterclass at DFWE New York on 5 July 2026.
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Le Figaro Vin Maps Out the Champagne Region for Summer 2026 Travellers
Le Figaro Vin published a summer travel guide on 5 July 2026 directing wine enthusiasts towards new hotels, restaurants, and exhibitions across the Champagne region.
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Comité Champagne declares a very good 2025 vintage within reach as harvest begins
The Comité Champagne, the region's official trade body, has announced that conditions are in place for a very good 2025 vintage, as the vendanges got underway on 21 August.
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Dom Pérignon from Charles and Diana's Wedding Fails to Find a Buyer at Danish Auction
A rare bottle of Dom Pérignon Champagne connected to the wedding of Charles and Diana went unsold at a Denmark auction on 12 December 2025.
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Champagne Taittinger joins FIFA World Cup 2026 as a luxury hospitality partner across North America
Champagne Taittinger has partnered with FIFA World Cup 2026 to deliver luxury hospitality, gastronomy, cultural tourism, and exclusive fan experiences across Mexico, the United States, and Canada.
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Moët Hennessy turns to wine tourism to breathe new life into its champagne houses
LVMH's Moët Hennessy is pursuing a dedicated wine tourism strategy aimed at revitalising its champagne houses in the Champagne region of France.
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Champagne on course for the earliest harvest start date in the region's recorded history
A season defined first by severe frost damage and then by intense heatwave conditions has placed Champagne on track for a historically early harvest, with significant implications for vintage development.
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Chassenay d'Arce marks seventy years as a cooperative force in the Côte des Bar
Founded on 15 June 1956 by five vignerons in the Côte des Bar, Chassenay d'Arce reaches its seventieth anniversary in 2026, affirming the enduring strength of the cooperative model in Champagne.
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Bollinger releases PNAYC21, the seventh chapter in its single-varietal Pinot Noir series
Bollinger has launched PNAYC21, the seventh edition of its 100% Pinot Noir series, drawing predominantly from its home cru of Aÿ for only the second time in the range's history.
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Louis Roederer Releases a Late-Edition 'Cristal of Cristals' in a Milestone Year
Louis Roederer has launched a late-release edition named 'Cristal of Cristals', marking a significant moment for one of Champagne's most celebrated prestige cuvées.
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Louis Roederer Marks 250 Years with a Late-Release Cristal from the 2008 Vintage
Champagne Louis Roederer celebrated its 250th anniversary in Reims with the launch of a late-release Cristal from the 2008 vintage, designated 'Cristal of Cristals'.
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Maison Ruinart opens a poetic cellar installation exploring Champagne's submerged history
Maison Ruinart has unveiled an installation within its historic cellars in Champagne, France, offering visitors a cultural encounter with the region's geological and historical past.
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Pan Pacific London and Champagne Taittinger Announce Summer Luxury Collaboration
Pan Pacific London and Champagne Taittinger have joined forces for a summer luxury initiative, reinforcing the alignment between premium hospitality and distinguished Champagne houses.
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Charles Heidsieck releases Blanc des Millénaires 2017, marking a new chapter for the historic house
Charles Heidsieck has released the Blanc des Millénaires 2017, a cuvée that reflects a generational shift in winemaking philosophy whilst acknowledging the enduring influence of legendary cellar master Daniel Thibault.
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Jacquart Brings Sound Into the Tasting Experience at Its Summer Pop-Up
Jacquart has launched a sonic tasting experience at a summer pop-up venue in France, pairing champagne with sound in a new sensory format.
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Billecart-Salmon CEO Faces Blind Tasting Challenge on Bottle Battle
Mathieu Roland-Billecart, chief executive of Billecart-Salmon, went head to head with Cru Love Wine's Jermaine Stone in a blind wine tasting competition broadcast on the Bottle Battle television programme on 26 June 2026.
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Quill & Pad singles out three Taittinger expressions as standout value
The publication Quill & Pad has identified three expressions from Champagne Taittinger — Les Folies de La Marquetterie, Prelude, and Vintage 2015 — as representing strong value across different styles within the house's portfolio.