National Champagne Day

Pop the cork and celebrate with bubbles on National Champagne Day! This elegant sparkling wine is the perfect way to toast special occasions and ring in the New Year. Learn about the traditional champagne-making process, discover food pairings, and explore the different styles and regions of this celebratory beverage. Here's to good times and great champagne!

History & Origins

Food-related celebrations often emerge from cultural traditions, marketing campaigns by food industries, or grassroots movements by food enthusiasts.

Why It Matters

Food celebrations promote culinary diversity, support local agriculture, and bring people together through shared dining experiences.

How to Celebrate

Toast with a glass of champagne to celebrate the day. Learn about the champagne-making process and different styles. Pair champagne with appropriate foods like oysters, caviar, or light appetizers. Visit a winery that produces sparkling wine. Share your champagne celebration on social media with #NationalChampagneDay.

Fun Facts

• Champagne can only be called champagne if it's made in the Champagne region of France
• The bubbles in champagne are created by a second fermentation process
• Champagne was invented by Dom Pérignon in the 17th century
• The pressure in a champagne bottle is about 6 atmospheres
• Champagne is typically made from three grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier