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Ue

A softer, lighter type of GRAPPA achieved by distilling actual grapes rather than POMACE.

Every bottle of Champagne bears a set of initials that signify the type of producer who made the Champagne. Which of the following initials means that the Champagne was made by a Grower?

A. NM

B. CM

C. MA

D. RM

RM stands for Récoltant Manipulant meaning a grower who makes Champagne from his own estate-grown grapes. NM (Négociant Manipulant) is used for a House that purchases grapes and/or wines to produce Champagne for its own brand. CM (Coopérative Manipulant) indicates the Champagne was made by a co-operative and MA (Marque d’Acheteur) refers to a private label Champagne that has been made for a supermarket, restaurant, or other entity. For more, watch this week’s Wine Clip.

Muselet

Meaning “muzzle” in English, a muselet is the wire cage that holds a Champagne or sparkling wine cork firmly in place. The muzzle is important when it comes to safety. Even though most people quickly… Continue reading

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