We're back with the inimitable Charles Curtis MW to kick off the year in style and talk about the region he knows and loves (and drinks) above all others - Champagne.The author of Vintage Champagne: 1899-2019, Charles has an extraordinarily deep understanding of the region and its wines. In this episode, he takes us on a tour of the region, painting a verbal picture of the hills, the towns, and the vineyards, and offers his critical insight into current trends, top producers, and typical styles. Champagne is increasing establishing itself as a serious wine to be enjoyed as such, not just a fun and fizzy marker of celebration. This shift in perception among collectors is in no small part due to proponents like Charles championing the tremendous quality in these bottles. For those who want to learn more about the world of Champagne - the difference between house and grower Champagne, the various terms you'll find on a label, and the key characteristics of the different grapes in the blend - this is an episode not to be missed.
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Every bottle has a story — from the moment it joins your collection to the moment it leaves. Whether you opened a special vintage for a celebration, shared a bottle with friends, or simply cleared out space, those bottles are part of your wine journey. That’s why we’re excited to introduce Past Bottles, a new feature designed to help you keep track of the wines you’ve already removed from your collection.
With Past Bottles, you can:
Unlike your Activity Feed, which provides a chronological snapshot of recent actions, Past Bottles is designed as a structured, searchable archive. Think of it as your personal wine history — a space where you can reflect on what you’ve enjoyed, how your tastes have evolved, and which bottles you might want to revisit in the future.
Ready to explore your own wine story? Learn how to access Past Bottles in our step-by-step help article.