WARNING: You may assume that what you are about to read is the usual dutiful holiday roundup of Champagnes and sparkling wines. But you would be wrong. Ignore this at your own peril.

Hmm. Wrong tone. Too grim. Not at all the light, exuberant note I’m seeking. Let me try again.

Ah, Champagne! Ah, bubbly! Ah, the corks popping anew as we joyously stride forth into the new year!

No, even worse. What, play it straight? Well, why not? Maybe this year the news on Champagne is too good to gussy up. Read more...