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Three centuries of history 
The Champagne Appellation The Keys to the Wines of Champagne Bibliography
A Champagne wine spends its lifetime in perpetual evolution. From the moment of its birth to the point of drinking, it continues to develop and assert its sensory profile. These stages in its development – or lifetime – depend on the winemaking process, which in turn is determined by the winemaker. The style of wine is down to the winemaker and calls for bold decisions and a brave personal investment.
These pages explore the five major stages in the lifetime of a Champagne: ‘First Steps’, ‘Early Years’, ‘In Their Prime’, ‘Golden Age’ and ‘Lifestyle’.
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