Champagne (wine region)

Champagne is a renowned wine region in northeastern France, famous for producing its sparkling wine called Champagne. The region's cool climate and unique alkaline limestone soils create ideal conditions for growing the primary grapes—Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. The sparkling quality comes from a traditional process called "méthode champenoise," which involves a secondary fermentation in the bottle that creates carbonation. Only sparkling wines produced within this designated region, following strict regulations, can be labeled as Champagne. This prestigious wine is celebrated worldwide for its elegance, complexity, and distinctive effervescence.