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Short, clear pieces on how champagne is made, how it should be served, and what the label is telling you.

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What Does Brut Mean?

Brut is the most common dryness level in champagne — but it is not the driest. Here is what the label is telling you.

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How Champagne Is Made

The traditional method in a few clear steps: from picked grapes to a bottle you can open at dinner.

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How Long Can Champagne Be Stored?

Most non‑vintage champagne is best drunk within a few years of purchase. Vintage bottles are a different story.

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