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Investement – Lanson Private Collection
Located fifteen metres underground, are the Lanson Cellars that house a Collection of old Vintages dating back
Champagne & Integrity: Upholding Quality in an Era of Counterfeits
The global market for Champagne continues its upward trajectory, so too does the sophistication and scale of
Provenance, in the context of rare champagne?
Champagne Club by Richard Juhlin discusses provenance, in the context of rare champagnes and fine wines. [read
Lanson Vintage Collection – a dream of paradise achieved in reality
Read Richard Juhlin & Björnstierne Antonssons story of a rare history through a mythical champagne. [read the
Easter food & Champagne ?
So this Easter, you may be sitting with your loved ones and wondering which champagne to choose
Podcast – The wine list 9.0 – Jordnær – Gentofte ★★★ [dk]
Listen to the podcast – The wine list – episode 9 – on three star Guide Michelin
How to Set Up a Champagne Quiz for Champagne-Lovers
There’s nothing quite like Champagne to turn any gathering into a celebration. Guide to a Champagne Quiz
New vintage – Maison Lanson unveils Noble Champagne Vintage 1989 on La Place de Bordeaux
Maison Lanson unveils a Treasure from its Collection on La Place de Bordeaux – Lanson ‘Noble Champagne
The Art and Science of Champagne Label Design
A champagne label serves as both an identifier and a storyteller, communicating the brand’s heritage, quality, and
Why You Should invest in the 2008 Vintage in Champagne
The Champagne region has long been synonymous with celebration, luxury, and refined taste. But in recent decades,
Top 10 Destinations in the US for Enjoying Champagne
In a celebration of excellence and dedication to the world’s most iconic sparkling wine, the Bureau du
Cooking with Champagne: Elevating Culinary Creations with Bubbles
TheChamapgneSommelier high lights ideas on Cooking with Champagne. [read the full champagne story] Champagne is synonymous with
the champagne club stories
Read the latest long read articles from the sharpest thought leaders in the world of Champagne
Provenance, in the context of rare champagne?
Champagne Club by Richard Juhlin discusses provenance, in the context of rare champagnes and fine wines. [read
Lanson Vintage Collection – a dream of paradise achieved in reality
Read Richard Juhlin & Björnstierne Antonssons story of a rare history through a mythical champagne. [read the
Podcast – The wine list 9.0 – Jordnær – Gentofte ★★★ [dk]
Listen to the podcast – The wine list – episode 9 – on three star Guide Michelin
Avenue de Champagne in Épernay
Avenue de Champagne in Épernay stands as a testament to the rich heritage and enduring legacy of
New vintage – Maison Lanson unveils Noble Champagne Vintage 1989 on La Place de Bordeaux
Maison Lanson unveils a Treasure from its Collection on La Place de Bordeaux – Lanson ‘Noble Champagne
19 million views @ Champagne Club by Richard Juhlin !
We are very happy to announce that our new web have been flying since the re-launch in
The Champagne Club Awards’24 [best new release of the year]
Or shall we call it ‘The Richards’ ?! Instead of ‘The Champagne Oscars’ ? We want to sum-up the year of
The Champagne Club Awards’24 [oldest bottle of the year]
Or shall we call it ‘The Richards’ ?! Instead of ‘The Champagne Oscars’ ? We want to sum-up the year of
The Champagne Club Awards’24 [rosé of the year]
Or shall we call it ‘The Richards’ ?! Instead of ‘The Champagne Oscars’ ? We want to sum-up the year of
the champagne interviews
Interviews with some of the Champagne Legends in the world of Champagne. Now & then we will interview some of the true people of Champagne. We will ask a questions about their company, their profession current trends, their iconic bottles, etc.
Champagne Friday 102 – Bonnaire 2016-1975
Every Friday The no1 Champagne expert in the world will taste new & old Champagne s to
VINE & BUBBLE Podcast – Tom Hewson
VINE & BUBBLE sat down with Tom Hewson for this special interview. [read the full champagne story]
VINE & BUBBLE Podcast – Peter Liem
VINE & BUBBLE sat down with Peter Liem for this special interview. [read the full champagne story]
VINE & BUBBLE Podcast – Dominique Demarville
VINE & BUBBLE sat down with Dominique Demarville for this special interview. [read the full champagne story]
A Sommelier’s Insight: ASI launches own podcast
ASI launches own podcast in collaboration with ASI Magazine. [read the full champagne story] Welcome to “A
Friday Champagne 67.0 – Agrapart ’Vénus’ @ Cavalaire-sûr-Mer [FRA]
Every Friday The no1 Champagne expert in the world will taste new & old Champagne s to
5 bottles & 5 questions Knut-Espen Misje [nor]
Every Saturday TheChampagneSommelier will ask 5 questions about 5 coeur de bouteilles to friends and Champagne lovers from near
Interview with Pierre Larmandier [Champagne Larmandier-Bernier]
Every bottle tells a story. What’s Yours? Every week we interview people in the world of Champagne on their iconic bottles. Now
Champagne Friday 35.0 – Deutz Les Berceaux @ Pan Pacific Hotel [uk]
Every Friday The no1 Champagne expert in the world will taste new & old Champagne s to
5 bottles - 5 questions
Every bottle tells a story. What's Yours? Every week we interview people in the world of Champagne on their iconic bottles.
This section is inspired by our friends at Dos Gardenias.
5 bottles & 5 questions Ida Kilåker [swe]
Every Saturday TheChampagneSommelier will ask 5 questions about 5 coeur de bouteilles to friends and Champagne lovers from near
5 bottles & 5 questions Johan Nilsson [swe]
Every Saturday TheChampagneSommelier will ask 5 questions about 5 coeur de bouteilles to friends and Champagne lovers from near
5 bottles & 5 questions Knut-Espen Misje [nor]
Every Saturday TheChampagneSommelier will ask 5 questions about 5 coeur de bouteilles to friends and Champagne lovers from near
5 bottles & 5 questions Jenny Nilsson Tolonen [swe]
Every Saturday TheChampagneSommelier will ask 5 questions about 5 coeur de bouteilles to friends and Champagne lovers from near
5 bottles & 5 questions Mikk Parre [est]
Every Saturday TheChampagneSommelier will ask 5 questions about 5 coeur de bouteilles to friends and Champagne lovers from near
5 bottles & 5 questions Blaine Ashley [us]
Every Saturday TheChampagneSommelier will ask 5 questions about 5 coeur de bouteilles to friends and Champagne lovers from near
5 bottles & 5 questions Vania Valentini [ita]
Every Saturday TheChampagneSommelier will ask 5 questions about 5 coeur de bouteilles to friends and Champagne lovers from near
5 bottles & 5 questions Yannick Durbaca [bel]
Every Saturday TheChampagneSommelier will ask 5 questions about 5 coeur de bouteilles to friends and Champagne lovers from near
5 bottles & 5 questions Vladislav Markin [rus]
Every Saturday TheChampagneSommelier will ask 5 questions about 5 coeur de bouteilles to friends and Champagne lovers from near
the champagne films
What will RJ be drinking this Friday? Here we samples film clips from trips, tastings, dinners etc. Watch the latest clips
Champagne Friday 125 – Cancun x 4 Champagnes
Every Friday The no1 Champagne expert in the world will taste new & old Champagne s to
Champagne Friday 124 – Mexico – Dom Ruinart Rosé
Every Friday The no1 Champagne expert in the world will taste new & old Champagne s to
Champagne Friday 123 – Leclerc-Briant
Every Friday The no1 Champagne expert in the world will taste new & old Champagne s to
A day in a Champagne Experts life 7.0 – Special Champagnes
The no1 Champagne expert in the world taste some new Champagnes. This week Richard Juhlin tasted a duo
A day in a Champagne Experts life 6.0 – Louis Roederer – (Systembolaget)
The no1 Champagne expert in the world taste some new Champagnes. This week Richard Juhlin tasted a trio
A day in a Champagne Experts life 5.0 – Philipponnat
The no1 Champagne expert in the world taste some new Champagnes. This Richard Juhlin tasted a trio
Champagne Friday 122 – Roger Coulon & Paul Sugot
Every Friday The no1 Champagne expert in the world will taste new & old Champagne s to
A day in a Champagne Experts life 4.0 – Hatt et Söner
The no1 Champagne expert in the world taste some new Champagnes. This week Richard Juhlin tasted a trio
Champagne Friday 121 – Amalfi – Positano
Every Friday The no1 Champagne expert in the world will taste new & old Champagne s to
the annual Richard Juhlin tasting
In May every year RJ & his tasting panel set up a great tasting with different themes. Or as we like to refer to it - The Real Stockholm Marathon.
Champagne Friday 105 – The Juhlin Tasting 2024
Every Friday The no1 Champagne expert in the world will taste new & old Champagne s to
The Annual Richard Juhlin Tasting 2023
For the fourteenth year in a row, Richard Juhlin organized The Annual Richard Juhlin Champagne Tasting’ at Lidingö outside…
The Annual Richard Juhlin Tasting’22 – Cuvée de Préstige
For the twelfth year in a row, Richard Juhlin organized ‘The Richard Juhlin Champagne Tasting’ on Lidingö outside Stockholm….
The Annual Richard Juhlin Tasting’22
For the twelfth year in a row, Richard Juhlin organized ‘The Richard Juhlin Champagne Tasting’ on Lidingö…
The Annual Juhlin Tasting’20 – vintages ’11’12’13 [collaboration with Twenty Studios]
For ten years I have arranged an annual blind themed tasting with the 12 best champagne tasters…
The Annual Juhlin Tasting’19 – Spécial Club & the best growers [collaboration with Twenty Studios]
SPÉCIAL CLUB – the prestige cuvée from small growers in Champagne For several years we have been…
The Annual Juhlin tasting’18 – vintages ’08 ’09’10 [collaboration with Twenty Studios]
For the past eight years, I and my tasting group have been doing in Champagne Club a…
The Annual Juhlin tasting’17 – Non-vintage & Vinothèque [collaboration with Twenty Studios]
The theme felt obvious when we arranged ‘The Annual Juhlin Tasting’ for the seventh year in a…
The Annual Juhlin Tasting’16 – A comprehensive evaluation of the ’04, ’05, ’06 vintages [collaboration with Twenty Studios]
For the sixth year in a row, I organized ‘The Annual Juhlin Tasting’ on Lidingö outside Stockholm….
the chronicles
Sometimes on the road, in a restaurant, at home, in the summer house or after a great dinner with friends - we reflect on our champagne experiences & life. This will be in the format of a chronicle.
Chronicle – Finland cruise, a nostalgic mix of sweet and salty
Read Richard Juhlins Chronicle – Finland cruise, a nostalgic mix of sweet and salty. [read the full
Richard Juhlin – Champagne Hiking in Mexico
Follow Richard Juhlin – the no1 Champagne expert in the world to Mexico. [read the full champagne
Chronichle; The Summer of 2024, swish, and then it was over
A chronichle by Richard Juhlin about the summer of 2024. [read the full champagne story] Summer is
Krönika; sommaren 2024, vips så var den över [SWE]
En krönika av Richard Juhlin om sommaren 2024. [read the full champagne story] Sommaren är kort Ja
Reflections on how time affects the wine taster
Richard Juhlin reflects on how time affects the wine taster. [read the full champagne story] Over-analyzed and
50,000 points in the Champagne Club app !
RICHARD JUHLIN hits 50,000 points in the Champagne Club app ! [read the full champagne story] Summer
Cristal; When the night passed in to pink …
RICHARD JUHLIN reflects on his latest VIP trip to Champagne. [read the full champagne story] Just returned
Chronicle; Self-Torture & Envy
Both of these phenomena can have negative consequences for an individual’s well-being and mental health. Overcoming self-torture
Skiing in Style: The Art of Savoring Champagne in the Alps
When it comes to winter sports, the Alps reign supreme as one of the world’s most iconic
the tasting notes
Here we will display new releases & vintages from the world of champagne.
Lanson Vintage Collection – a dream of paradise achieved in reality
Read Richard Juhlin & Björnstierne Antonssons story of a rare history through a mythical champagne. [read the
New producer – Agrapart (Fabrice Agrapart)
There is a new kid in town! Read Richard Juhlin’s thoughts on Agrapart (Fabrice Agrapart) from Avize.
Now & Then; A Retrospective of Two Vintages of Salon 2013 vs 1961
Björnstierne ANTONSON aka TheChampagneSommelier takes us on a journey spanning 5 decades – Salon 2013 vs 1961.
Now & Then – 1976 Bollinger ’Grande Année’ & 2015 Bollinger ’La Grande Année’
This is a retrospective of two vintages. Once again, Björnstierne have joined force over two bottles in
New releases – 2017-bases from Selosse
The new Champagnes from Selosse with 2017-base has been tasted and reviewed by Richard Juhlin. [read the
New vintage – 2020 by Nicolas Maillart
Richard Juhlin has tasted the new releases of the 2020 vintage by Nicolas Maillart. [read the full
The Champagne Club Awards’24 [rosé of the year]
Or shall we call it ‘The Richards’ ?! Instead of ‘The Champagne Oscars’ ? We want to sum-up the year of
The Champagne Club Awards’24 [vinothèque of the year]
Or shall we call it ‘The Richards’ ?! Instead of ‘The Champagne Oscars’ ? We want to sum-up the year of
The Champagne Club Awards’24 [blanc de blancs of the year]
Or shall we call it ‘The Richards’ ?! Instead of ‘The Champagne Oscars’ ? We want to sum-up the year of
the champagne guides
Read inside topics to learn more about Champagne, the region, the production, the champagne dictionary, etc.
How to Set Up a Champagne Quiz for Champagne-Lovers
There’s nothing quite like Champagne to turn any gathering into a celebration. Guide to a Champagne Quiz
All-time Top Champagnes by Jeb Dunnuck
An article on the American wine critic Jeb Dunnuck & his best reviewed Champagnes ever. [read the
Champagne Master Class by Richard Juhlin
Still searching for the perfect bubbly birthday gift? Champagne Club by Richard Juhlin offer a Champagne Master
How to Serve Champagne: Expert Tips for the Perfect Toast
Champagne is synonymous with celebration and sophistication. Learn How to Serve Champagne: Expert Tips for the Perfect
Key figures from Champagne
The latest key figures from Comitée Champagne has been published. [read the full champagne story]
Comité Champagne launches its official Champagne education website
Find the entire online and face-to-face training offer, playful educational activities, as well as the learning tools.
Champagne vs Wine: Exploring Their Unique Traits and Shared Qualities
Introduction to Wine and Champagne. When you explore the world of fermented grape beverages, you encounter a variety
Champagne Types – Guide to the Different Varieties
Have You reflected over the different Champagne Types. Here is an introduction to Champagne Types. [read the
Magic 9’s
In all wine districts with vintage variations, there is a touch of occult superstition about which numbers
the champagne & food
Each month Björnstierne Antonson, Champagne Club's head sommelier, will share recipes & menus for those of you who do not think it is enough to drink champagne as aperitif. The recipes comes from travel in Champagne, memorable restaurants in Sweden and internationally, unforgettable meetings between champagne, food and people.
Easter food & Champagne ?
So this Easter, you may be sitting with your loved ones and wondering which champagne to choose
Krug in the Kitchen: The Carrot Experiment
Krug in the Kitchen is a culinary initiative by the champagne house Krug, centered around celebrating the versatility
Podcast – The wine list 9.0 – Jordnær – Gentofte ★★★ [dk]
Listen to the podcast – The wine list – episode 9 – on three star Guide Michelin
Cooking with Champagne: Elevating Culinary Creations with Bubbles
TheChamapgneSommelier high lights ideas on Cooking with Champagne. [read the full champagne story] Champagne is synonymous with
Inspiration – 10 different oysters deluxe
How can You play around with oysters and different toppings? TheChampageneSommelier gives You some gastronomical ideas. [read
The Art and Origins of Ceviche: A Culinary Journey
Ceviche, a dish that embodies freshness and zest, is one of the most iconic representations of Latin
Upplev en exklusiv Omakase med Champagne Deutz på Sushi Sho* [swe]
Upplev en exklusiv Omakase med Champagne Deutz på enstjärniga Sushi Sho I Stockholm. [read the full champagne
Podcast – The wine list 7.0 – Le Taillevent ** [fra]
Listen to the podcast – The wine list – episode 6 – on two star Guide Michelin
Recipe – Clam Risotto by Joël Robuchon
Cook Grand Master Chef Joël Robuhons Clam Risotto. [read the full champagne story] PREPARATION – 45 minutes
