The shift of cultures further north has been prophesied for years as a result of climate change. The Taittinger champagne house got ahead of its competitors by crossing the Channel in 2015: it then bought a 70-hectare plot of land in Kent to plant vines.
A soil similar to Champagne
The soils have characteristics similar to those of Champagne. Ten years later, it is time for the first vintage of this sparkling wine, the champagne appellation being strictly reserved. If the house does not hide the fact that it was necessary to tame the local weather – after having postponed the launch date several times – it promises, via its site, to sell the first bottles in the spring. However, the company refused to say more about its development and the difficulties encountered in connection with the change of cultures. Production should be reserved for the domestic market.
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