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The Difference Between Champagne and Sparkling Wine
05:14 - 08:55 (03:41)
Champagne is only considered champagne if it's made in the Champagne region of France. All other sparkling wine is just called sparkling wine.
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This podcast episode discusses the distinction between champagne and sparkling wine, highlighting the fact that champagne is only supposed to refer to sparkling wine from the Champagne region of France.
05:14 - 06:43 (01:29)
Summary
This podcast episode discusses the distinction between champagne and sparkling wine, highlighting the fact that champagne is only supposed to refer to sparkling wine from the Champagne region of France.
ChapterThe Difference Between Champagne and Sparkling Wine
EpisodeSelects: How Champagne Works
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The Champagne region of France is strict in controlling the production of sparkling wine and follows a specific process, called Appalachian Origin Control (AOC).
06:43 - 08:18 (01:34)
Summary
The Champagne region of France is strict in controlling the production of sparkling wine and follows a specific process, called Appalachian Origin Control (AOC). This gives them exclusive rights to produce champagne, similar to the strict regulations in place for the production of bourbon in the United States.
ChapterThe Difference Between Champagne and Sparkling Wine
EpisodeSelects: How Champagne Works
PodcastStuff You Should Know
The French Champagne region has restrictions on the use of the Champagne name and specific cities, such as Rem and Epernay, are associated with the production of this prestigious beverage.
08:18 - 08:55 (00:36)
Summary
The French Champagne region has restrictions on the use of the Champagne name and specific cities, such as Rem and Epernay, are associated with the production of this prestigious beverage.