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Best places to stay in Champagne, including Reims and Epernay
September 14, 2024
From Grand Chateau to charming guesthouses, these are recommended places to stay in Champagne by Nick Baker, TFB Founder. The photograph is Royal Champagne Hotel & Spa.
Best places to drink Champagne in London
February 6, 2025
As we at The Finest Bubble are based in London, it seems only right that we mention the best places to drink a glass of fizz in London. Whatever the occasion, Champagne is always there to save the day.
The World’s Most Admired Champagne Brands 2026 Drinks International Report
March 12, 2026
The World’s Top 40 Most Admired Champagne Brands of 2026 according to the latest Drinks International Report.
2026 Champagne and Sparkling Wine World Champs: Gold Medal Winners
September 11, 2026
The Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships 2026 (CSWWC) is the 13th edition awarding Gold medals to the world’s sparkling wines.
New Release Dom Perignon Vintage 2018
September 1, 2026
The newly released Dom Pérignon 2018 is the first of what promises to be a fascinating trilogy of great, solar-driven vintages – 2018, 2019 and 2020 – and importantly, it is Vincent Chaperon’s first creation as Cellar Master.
Tasting Dom Perignon 2013 and 2012 side by side
August 26, 2026
Today we taste Dom Perignon 2013 and 2012 side by side down on the south coast. What a difference a year can make.
Amour de Deutz Blanc de Blancs 2008
August 26, 2026
Amour de Deutz Blanc de Blancs 2008 in magnum is extraordinary and today I was lucky to be hosting a Champagne Deutz Tasting & Supper.
Billecart Salmon Louis Salmon Blanc de Blancs 2013
August 17, 2026
New vintage release Billecart Salmon Louis Salmon Blanc de Blancs 2013 with Essi Avellan at Fredericks Islington.
Billecart Salmon Elisabeth Salmon Rose 2013
August 17, 2026
New vintage release Billecart Salmon Elisabeth Salmon Rose 2013 with Essi Avellan at Fredericks Islington.
Amour de Deutz Blanc de Blancs 2013
July 27, 2026
One of only a handful of Prestige Cuvee Blanc de Blancs is Amour de Deutz Blanc de Blancs, not on everyone’s radar, just yet, Champagne Deutz at the heart of Pinot Noir country in Ay, bring this delicate blend of BdB from 96% Côte des Blancs, bringing that chalky mineral fruit with a touch of tropical from Villers-Marmery.
New Release Pol Roger Brut Vintage 2019 with Essi Avellan.
July 27, 2026
New Release Pol Roger Brut Vintage 2019 with Essi Avellan. New composition 63.5% Pinot Noir & 36.5% Chardonnay
New Release Bollinger PN AYC21
July 27, 2026
Tasting the new release of Boolinger PN AYC21 with Essi Avellan MW. 49% reserve wines, including 25% aged in magnums of 2012, 2013 & 2014.
New Release Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Rose 2013
July 27, 2026
Today we taste Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Rose 2013. Listen to the changes to this cuvee, that have made it so utterly delicious.
Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs Base 2018 Jeroboam.
July 24, 2026
The delicious Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs Base 2018 in Jeroboam. Beautiful tropical notes to match my shirt. Smokey is an understatement.
Veuve Clicquot 2002 Jeroboam. Beautiful champagne, equally beautiful location.
July 24, 2026
Sticking with the south coast theme, but this time with super reductive Jeroboam Effect. Veuve Clicquot 2002 Jeroboam
New Release Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill 2018.
July 23, 2026
Join Essi Avellan MW and I as we taste Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill 2018. Richness of citrus, creamy lees texture and hints of tropical.
A birthday treat, Louis Roederer Cristal 2009 in Magnum with Essi Avellan MW
July 23, 2026
A birthday to remember with Louis Roederer Cristal 2009, and what a year it was. A delicious treat, made even better by the Magnum effect.
Tasting Taittinger Brut Vintage 2006 in Magnum
July 23, 2026
Tasting Taittinger Brut Vintage 2006 in Magnum in the perfect setting, down in Bournemouth, South coast of England.
Charles Heidsieck Blanc des Millénaires Vertical Tasting: Every Vintage Since 1983
June 24, 2026
Charles Heidsieck Blanc des Millénaires Vertical Tasting: Every Vintage Since 1983 with Emilien Erard(Cellar Master) and Stephen Leroux(CEO)
The History of Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs & All The Vintages
May 20, 2026
Comtes de Champagne is the flagship cuvée of Taittinger, first produced in 1952, with the name granted by Count Guillaume, last descendant of the original Counts of Champagne, here is the history of its 39 vintages.
Is This The Only Address in the World Where 100-Year-Old Champagne Astonishes!
May 15, 2026
At 1 Rue Winston Churchill, the home of Maison Pol Roger, Champagne more than a century old can still feel alive, with a story to tell.
Champagne Rare Vertical Tasting of All Releases from 1976–2015 Hosted by Emilien Boutillat, Chef de Cave 27 April 2026
May 13, 2026
Champagne Rare Vertical Tasting of All Releases from 1976–2015 Hosted by Emilien Boutillat, Chef de Cave 27 April 2026
Louis Jadot Beaune Premier Cru Clos des Ursules Monopole des Héritiers Louis Jadot 200th Anniversary Tasting
April 17, 2026
Louis Jadot Beaune Premier Cru Clos des Ursules Monopole des Héritiers Louis Jadot 200th Anniversary Tasting at Petrusby Gordan Ramsay 15th April 2026 Hosted by Thibault Gagey
Champagne Taittinger is the Official Champagne of the FIFA World Cup 2026
April 13, 2026
Champagne Taittinger is the Official Champagne of the FIFA World Cup 2026 releasing a Special Edition Limited Bottle
For the first time since 2021, the UK market for Champagne is back in growth.
April 13, 2026
For the first time since 2021, the UK market for Champagne is back in growth. Shipments to the UK rose 1.9% in 2025 to 22.7 million bottles
Blind Tasting New Releases from the 2018 Vintage
March 20, 2026
What a fascinating blind tasting: sixteen champagnes from the 2018 vintage, a year that broke records for heat and sunshine
Bollinger La Grande Annee 2018 launch
March 16, 2026
An exceptional evening in the village of Aÿ as Champagne Bollinger unveiled La Grande Année 2018, marking the first chapter in its journey towards its bicentenary in 2029.
Launch of Charles Heidsieck Blanc des Millenaires Blanc de Blancs 2017 with Cellar Master Emilien Erard
March 12, 2026
Launch of Charles Heidsieck Blanc des Millenaires Blanc de Blancs 2017 with Nick Baker Cellar Master Emilien Erard.
Nick Baker sits down to taste the new release Krug Vintage 2013
February 23, 2026
Nick Baker sits down to taste the new release Krug 2013. A blend of Pinot Noir (41%), Chardonnay (38%) and Meunier (21%).
Krug & Max Richter, An evening to remember
February 16, 2026
Without question, one of the most extraordinary evenings in recent memory, Krug & Max Richter’s musical journey.
Nick Baker sits down with Lucie Pereyre de Nonancourt to taste the New Release Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle Iteration 27
February 16, 2026
Nick Baker sits down with Lucie Pereyre de Nonancourt to taste the New Release Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle Iteration 27
Tasting the New Release Laurent-Perrier Brut Vintage 2018
February 12, 2026
Today, the 32nd Vintage, new release of Laurent-Perrier Brut Vintage 2018.
Champagne shipments fall again for third successive year, down 2% in 2025
January 28, 2026
Total Champagne shipments in 2025 have fallen for the third year in a row, a further 2% on the previous year, to 266 million bottles.
Tasting the new release, Dom Perignon Vintage 2017
January 26, 2026
Dom Pérignon 2017 looks set for an intriguing evolution and is unlikely to remain on the market for long as attention turns to the 2018 release. Some great scores from wine writers.
Champagne for landmark Birthdays in 2026; 10th, 20th, 30th and 50th
January 14, 2026
Gifting champagne for a significant birthday? Gifting or enjoying a bottle of vintage champagne with the same birth year as your special occasion adds a nice touch. 2025 is another one of those great years for birthday gifting. See below for our top recommendations from some of this years classic celebratory vintages.
Champagne for landmark Anniversaries in 2026; 10th, 20th, 30th and 50th
January 13, 2026
2026 is another of the great years for birthday and anniversary gifting. See below for our top recommendations from some of this years classic celebratory vintages.
Club Oenonlogique: The Grande Marque Champagne Report 2025
November 21, 2025
Club Oenologique and Essi Avellan MW release their tasting notes and scores from The Champagne Report 2025
Wine Spectator announce their Top 100 wines of 2025
November 20, 2025
Wine Spectator announce their Top 100 wines. This annual list honours successful wineries, regions and vintages around the world.
The History of Pol Roger & Sir Winston Churchill & All The Champagne Vintages
November 4, 2025
Pol Roger and Sir Winston Churchill shared a legendary friendship, born from a mutual love of fine Champagne. Churchill’s favourite house later honoured him with its prestige cuvée, Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill — a rich, powerful Champagne reflecting his character and legacy.
CSWWC’s 2025 New Supreme World Champion
November 3, 2025
Piper-Heidsieck 2014 in Magnum was recently named the Supreme World Champion at the CSWWC 2025 Award ceremony, with Rare 2012 and Palmer Blanc de Noirs also picing up Prestige awards.
Dom Pérignon: Vintages and History
November 2, 2025
Read an overview of what has lead Dom Perignon to become a global brand, the superb vintages produced and ‘Plenitudes’
2025 Champagne and Sparkling Wine World Champs: Gold Medal Winners and Trophies
October 31, 2025
The world’s toughest and most prestigious sparkling wine competition, The Champagne & Sparkling Wine World Championships 2025 (CSWWC) is the 12th edition of the event so far.
New Release: Bollinger Special Cuvee 007 Limited Edition NV
October 16, 2025
In celebration of over 45 years as the Official Champagne of James Bond, 007, Champagne Bollinger unveils the new Special Cuvée 007 Limited Edition.
Dom Pérignon X Takashi Murakami 2015 & Rose 2010
October 8, 2025
Dom Pérignon has collaborated with Takashi Murakami to create two limited-edition designs for the 2025 year-end season: one for Dom Pérignon Vintage 2015 and another for the debut of Dom Pérignon Rosé Vintage 2010.
Best Grower Champagnes to visit in the Champagne Region
September 16, 2025
A trip to the Champagne region wouldn’t be complete without a visit to some grower champagne houses. Here are some of our recommendations.
Charles Heidsieck Tasting at 67 Pall Mall 11th August 2025
August 15, 2025
Charles Heidsieck Tasting at 67 Pall Mall 11th August 2025. A sensational tasting of Charles Heidsieck champagne from last century!
Video with Nick Tasting Champagne by the Sea Taittinger Comtes Blanc de Blancs 2012 in Jeroboam
July 29, 2025
Perfect setting for the perfect bottle, or in this case Jeroboam. Tasting notes of the larger format Taittinger Comtes 2012.
The Friday Bubble – New Release Charles Heidsieck Cuvee Champagne Charlie BV19 NV
July 28, 2025
Today on The Friday Bubble, the new release of Charles Heidsieck Cuvee Champagne Charlie BV19 NV.
Burgundy winemakers Domaine Duroché, has formed a joint venture with Danbury Ridge Wine Estate
July 24, 2025
One of Burgundy’s most prestigious wine estates, Domaine Duroché, has formed a joint venture with Danbury Ridge Wine Estate in Essex.
Bollinger 007 Limited Edition Millesime 2011
July 21, 2025
To mark the release of the movie No Time To Die, the 25th instalment of the James Bond series, the House created a limited edition wine dedicated to 007, with a 2011 vintage inspired by the world of Bond.
Change at Champagne Laurent-Perrier as Michel Fauconnet officially retires
May 7, 2025
After more than 50 years at the maison, Michel Fauconnet has officially retired, handing over the reins to his long-standing assistant, Olivier Vigneron.
Domaine Evremond English Sparkling
April 9, 2025
Domaine Evremond is the shared dream between lifelong friends Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger and Patrick McGrath to craft exceptional English Sparkling.
Tasting New Release Danbury Ridge Pinot Noir Octagon Block 2022 vs 2018 with winemaker Liam Idzikowski & Richard Bampfield MW
March 26, 2025
Today we are back at Danbury Ridge Winery in Essex with Richard Bampfield MW and winemaker Liam Idzikowski tasting their latest release from their Octagon Block, Pinot Noir 2022.
Tasting New Release Danbury Ridge Chardonnay Octagon Block 2022 vs 2018 with winemaker Liam Idzikowski & Richard Bampfield MW
March 20, 2025
Today we are back at Danbury Ridge Winery in Essex with Richard Bampfield MW and winemaker Liam Idzikowski tasting their latest release from their Octagon Block, Chardonnay 2022.
Billecart-Salmon Le Clos Saint-Hilaire Full Vertical 1995-2009 Hosted by Mathieu Billecart
March 18, 2025
At a recent tasting Mathieu Billecart treated us to a vertical of all released champagnes from their tiny 1 ha clos.
Champagne Salon: The 45 Vintages from 1905-2015
March 18, 2025
Produced on average only three times per decade, there have been just 45 vintages of Salon released from this tiny house in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger since the very first in 1905. Here we list all of the vintages produced in the history of this famous house.
The Friday Bubble – Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle Iteration No 24 MV in Magnum & Brut Vintage 2007 Magnum
March 14, 2025
Today we celebrate the release of Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle Iteration No 24 MV in Magnum & Brut Vintage 2007 Magnum as we sit down with Grand Siecle Brand Ambassador David Hesketh MW and Global Director Edouard Cossy.
The Friday Bubble – Interview with Chef de Cave Elise Losfelt for the new release of Charles Heidsieck Brut Millesime 2018 and Rose 2018
March 14, 2025
Today we celebrate the release of Charles Heidsieck Brut MIllesime 2018 as we sit down with Chef de Cave Elise Losfelt.
The World’s Most Admired Champagne Brands 2025 Drinks International Report
March 6, 2025
The World’s Top 40 Most Admired Champagne Brands of 2024 according to the latest Drinks International Report.
Champagne Houses with Royal Warrants to HM The King
March 5, 2025
The Royal Warrant signifies a brand’s status as purveyor to the Royal Household so drink Like a King With These British Royal-Approved Brands.
Our new olive oil range and how it compares to winemaking.
February 27, 2025
We at The Finest Bubble have recently started selling a range of Extra Virgin Olive Oils by the bottle. Increasingly popular, these condiments are becoming must-haves for either cooking, drizzling or dipping. We are happy to offer an array of luxury oils from wineries in who we stock wines from.
Restaurants in London Offering Corkage on Bring Your Own Bottle BYO
February 26, 2025
We are lucky in London to have such a concentration of fine restaurants and hotels, some of which happily let you bring your own bottle (BYOB).
Champagne From a Clos or “Walled Vineyard”: single-vineyard offerings by Essi Avellan MW
February 17, 2025
A prestigious single-vineyard plot surrounded by walls (although the walls may no longer be there), but where are they all.
Valentine’s Day: Swap the Red Roses for a Good Bottle of Rosé
February 9, 2025
This Valentine’s Day, swap the red roses for a carefully selected bottle of rosé champagne: the real secret to winning the heart of the one you love. Check out our Valentine’s Day offers here.
Best places to drink champagne in the Champagne region
January 29, 2025
The Champagne region boasts a selection of drinking establishments. These places to drink Champagne in the Champagne region are handpicked by Nick Baker, TFB’s Founder.
Why is Sparkling Wine thriving in the UK
January 28, 2025
Why there is an upwards trend in production and demand in English Sparling wine.
Organic wine market set to triple in value by 2030
January 27, 2025
The global organic wine market has steadily gained momentum over the past few decades, and in our increasingly health-focused society, it’s clear that this trend is here to stay.
Champagne shipments fall 9% in 2024
January 23, 2025
Total Champagne shipments in 2024 are expected to fall to around the 271m bottle mark. This is some 28m bottles, or 9.4% down, on the 299m bottles shipped in 2023
Champagne for landmark Anniversaries in 2025; 10th, 20th, 25th and 50th
January 7, 2025
2025 is another of the great years for birthday and anniversary gifting. See below for our top recommendations from some of this years classic celebratory vintages.
Champagne for Landmark Birthdays 18th, 21st, 30th and 50th in 2025
January 7, 2025
Gifting champagne for a significant birthday? Gifting or enjoying a bottle of vintage champagne with the same birth year as your special occasion adds a nice touch. 2025 is another one of those great years for birthday gifting. See below for our top recommendations from some of this years classic celebratory vintages.