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The Champagne Stories | sep'23 | Champagne Club by Richard Juhlin
So what have Champagne Club by Richard Juhlin been up to lately ? Quite a lot actually !
EARLY AUTUMN CHAMPAGNES VIBES ...
As the leaves begin to paint the world with hues of amber and crimson, there's a certain magic in the air that calls for celebration. The gentle nip of autumn arrives, and with it, the perfect occasion to gather cherished friends for a sublime Champagne soirée.
Imagine a cozy setting, where the crackling fireplace casts a warm glow, echoing the effervescent spirit of the Champagne that awaits. As the air carries the comforting scent of fallen leaves and woodsmoke, laughter and conversation fill the room, intertwining with the delicate symphony of clinking glasses.
With each flute raised, a world of bubbles dances within, a kaleidoscope of flavors and aromas waiting to be savored. The Champagne, like the season itself, reveals layers of richness and depth – a harmonious blend of golden apple, toasted brioche, and hints of pear, reminiscent of the orchards that once bore the summer's fruit.
As the evening unfolds, a gastronomic journey unfolds before you. Plates adorned with autumnal delights make their way to the table, a medley of earthly pleasures that perfectly complement the Champagne's effervescence. Velvety butternut squash soup, roasted root vegetables drizzled with honey, and a medley of wild mushrooms celebrate the bounties of the season, inviting each guest to indulge in the symphony of flavors.
Amidst heartfelt toasts and stories shared, the Champagne flows like a river of merriment. Its golden effulgence mirrors the golden foliage outside, capturing the essence of fall's embrace. This gathering of kindred spirits, an ode to friendship and togetherness, mirrors the beauty of the season's transition – a time to reflect, appreciate, and relish in the company of those who warm our hearts.
And as the evening winds down, the stars twinkle overhead, mirroring the Champagne's delicate bubbles that once danced within our glasses. The memories created, like the taste of that exceptional Champagne, linger long after the glasses are set aside, a testament to the beauty of autumn, friendship, and the art of indulgence.
The team @ Champagne Club by Richard Juhlin
CHAMPAGNE STORIES. ...
CHAMPAGNE CELLAR UNDER THE SEA - Veuve Clicquot
Richard Juhlin was invited again to Silverskär in the archipelago of Åland to taste Veuve Clicquot – Cellared in the Sea.
Since the magnificent champagne find was made on the wreck outside Åland’s Silverskär, there has been a beautiful connection between Champagne and the Åland population. It’s been more than a decade since the first bottles of Juglar and Veuve Clicquot from 1840 were salvaged and auctioned off at record prices before the world’s fascinated eyes. Already when I had my first meeting on Åland as an exclusive consultant for the Åland Landscape Government, it was clear that the most important thing for the Åland people was to put Åland on the map, and they have certainly done that. Unfortunately, it went exactly as I predicted in my “Juhlin report”.
[read the full champagne story]
19th CENTURY BOTTLE ? by Joseph Perrier
Björnstierne Antonsson got a proper history lesson win June in the village of Châlons-en-Champagne, in the Marne river valley. The tasting spanning 154 vintages between 1860s-2014.
The prologue was a tasting of a vertical of old vintages: the vintages, 2004, 2002, in magnum Collection Réserve Héritage which will be released this autumn, Esprit de Victoria Blanc de Blancs 2000 and the vintages 1989, 1982, 1973 and 1953! But obviously the highlight of the show, dare we say, was this famous bottle dating from the Belle Époque. An Aÿ Carte d’Or bottle dated between 1860 and 1905 according to the label of the bottle.
[read the full champagne story]
CHAMPAGNE LEGENDS – Henriot Memories 1964 & 1954
On a fine pre-summers day in June TheChampagneSommelier was invited to Les Aulnois – the petit château belonging to Champagne Henriot – to taste 1964 & 1954.
TheChampagneSommelier was invited again with some influential Champagne critics to celebrate HENRIOT MEMORIES with the cellar master Alice Tétienne & Richard Moreau (CEO of Champagne Henriot). On the evening of the 7th of June we met up at the humble but stylish estate of ‘Les Aulnois’ in Pierry. I just love how the people of in Champagne has that special touch how to blend historical buildings & put a certain modern touch to it.
Together with Champagne colleagues we were up for a truely magical day. We took a historical walk through history in the eyes of Henriots wine makers.
[read the full champagne story]
SUMER TRIPS TO ITALY & FRANCE
Richard went with his family & friends on a 'Tour de France' & 'Giro d'Italia' and Clos des Sens had lazy days and drank som great champagnes. Restaurants that was on the menu;
- Clos des Sens ★★★ [Annecy]
- Mirazur ★★★ [Menton]
- Li Galli ★ [Positano]
- La Palmeraie ★ [La Croix-Valmer]
- l'Albert ★ [Chamonix]
- Talvo ★ [St Moritz]
- La Sperancina ★ [Sirmione]
- Alchimia ★ [MIlan]
- Alchemist ★★ [Copenhagen]
- Sölleröd Kro ★★ [Copenhagen]
[check out on instagram - link here]
ABOUT CHAMPAGNE HIKING
As You might know Richard Juhlin is passionate about his concept of Champagne Hiking [read about the full concept]
Watch as Richard & his photographer Pål Allan have a chat about their trips together. [link here]
LATEST TASTING NOTES
In the life of Richard Juhlin a lot is evolving round new vintages & new releases of champagnes. The Tasting library contains 15,000+ unique tasting notes & reviews almost 900 new since December. When will he hit 16,000? And which champagne will it be? Stay tuned? [latest reviews & tasting notes - link here]
Latest releases are Bollinger ‘La Côte aux Enfants’ 2013, Bollinger ‘PN AYC 18’,Dom Pérignon Rosé 2008, Dom Pérignon 'P2' 2004 Louis Roederer 'Cristal' 2015, Bollinger 'R.D.' 2008, Phil Roger 'Cuvée Sir Winston Churcill' 2015, etc.
The goal was to hit 14,000 for the international version of 'Champagne Magnum Opus' publishing date planned for April'23] but already in August'22 the magic number was hit!
Some of the latest releases tasted by Champagne Club by Richard Juhlin;
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VIP-trip to Champagne [Monday 23rd of October - Thursday 26th of October '23]
Richard & Björnstierne came back from the springs VIP trip in late April. We are in the finishing stages of planning the Autumn-trip.
Every spring & autumn we travel with a VIP-group to Champagne. Planned visits; Charles-Heidsieck, Taittinger, Krug, Bollinger, Moët & Chandon, Gosset, Diebolt-Vallois, Louis Roederer, Deutz, Egly-Ouriet & Selosse.
The next VIP-trip will be in Oct'23.
9,000,000 VIEWS @ champagneclub.com!
We are very happy to announce that our new web have been flying since the re-launch in September’20. We just passed 9 million viewed pages. Thank You all for sharing our passion for Champagne!
Champagne Hiking Bag by three Swedish artisans
Three Swedish artisans launch an exclusive champagne hiking bag – Palmgrens, Champagne Club by Richard Juhlin and Reijmyre Glass company.
Together with Richard Juhlin and Reijmyre Glasbruk, Palmgrens presents a hiking bag – a unique fusion of leather, champagne and crystal glass, where nature acts as a frame and engages all the senses. The hiking bag was presented in Palmgren’s store in Stockholm on November 10, 2022.
The Champagne Hiking Bag
A meeting between three Swedish craftsmen.
Made to order, available here. To know more, please contact info@palmgrens.se
Champagne Master Class by Richard Juhlin @ Champagneclub.com
[link to the Champagne Master Class by Richard Juhlin]
New awards for Champagne Magnum Opus [may'23]
In November'21 Richard Juhlin was awarded Gold for the book 'A scent of Champagne'. This year RJ is nominated as 'Winer author of the year' & 'Best French Wine Book' for the epic book Champagne Magnum Opus.
In Umeå, a city in the north of Sweden ot was time for Gourmand Cookbook Awards. Unofficial world championship for cook books & books on drinks. Richard Juhlin was awarded two new gold medals in June'22.
The two gold medals was awarded to Champagne Club by Richard Juhlin & Richard Juhlin in the categories; Best French Wine Book & Wine Author of the Year.
The selection of the Gourmand Awards give an overview of the best around the world. There are 1,558 selections from 227 countries and regions. It is the maximum we ever had. There are 1,393 for Food Culture and 165 for Drink Culture.
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Last weekend Champagne Magnum Opus by Richard Juhlin was awarded a new gold at Gourmand Cook Book Awards for best translation for a wine book.
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In November'22 Richard Juhlin was awarded 'Best Wine Book of the year' by Svenska Måltidsakademien for the epic book Champagne Magnum Opus.
The international version will be published & distributed på Rizzoli in March-April'23. Stay tuned.
This is a grand and luxurious compendium on the most elegant beverage by world-renowned champagne expert Richard Juhlin.
Buy Champagne Magnum Opus;
[buy Champagne Magnum Opus by Richard Juhlin here ]
Champagne Hiking [season'23]
Summer means drinking Champagne outdoor in our hemisphere in Scandinavia & Europe. We just love the chameleon that Champagne is & its possibility to adapt & to the environment. Below is som inspiration for next Champagne Hiking season.
Richard shot some tastings during Champagne Hiking during summer time;
- the island of Gotland with Dom Perignon '04 & '13 [view here]
- the island of Gotland with Pierre Peters '14 [view here]
- the island of Gotland with Paul Bara '15 [view here]
- Meteora in Greece with Louis Roederer Cristal '06 [view here]
- Meteora in Greece with Louis Roederer 'Blanc de Blancs' 04 [view here]
- Beach hiking in Greece with Laurent Perrier 'Cuvée Alexandra Rosé' '04 [view here]
- Hiking on the terrace at Hotel Regina Isabella - Ischia (ITA) with Dom Ruinart '10 [view here]
- Hiking with a great view in Ischia (ITA) with Guy Charlemagne Mesnillésime '14 & Les Coulmets '14 [view here]
- Hiking on the island of Lidingö, where Richard lives - Legras & Haas @ Hustegaholm [swe] [view here]
- Hiking during a friends 60th birthday weekend in Finland - Krug & Cristal @ Haikko Manor [fin] [view here]
- TheChampagneSommelier went to London to taste Deutz Les Berceaux @ Pan Pacific Hotel [uk] [view here]
- Hiking while premiere tasting Bollinger ‘La Côte aux Enfants’ 2012 [swe] [view here]
- Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 1999 in Paris [fra] [view here]
- Hervé d’Antan chef des caves of Lanson in Verzenay [fra] [view here]
- Amour de Deutz 2011 @ Deutz in Aÿ [fra] [view here]
- Bollinger ’Vieilles Vignes Françaises Collection’ @ Royal Champagne [FRA]
- 2013 Bollinger ’Vieilles Vignes Françaises’ [SWE]
- 2008 Bollinger ’R.D.’ in Aÿ [FRA] (6mars’23)
- 2008 Taittinger ’Comtes de Champagne’ on a beach in the Bahamas [BAH]
- Blind tasting in room no24 @ Marquis Faubourg in Paris [FRA]
- Taittinger dinner @ La Marquetterie in Pierry [FRA]
- Rosé champagnes by the water [SWE]
- Champagne Hiking talk with Pål Allan [SWE]
- Boat hiking on the lagoon in Lithuania [LIT]
- Champagne Hiking at the summer house in Östhammar [SWE]
- Helicopter Champagne Hiking over dunes in Lithuania [FRA]
- J-L Vergnon in Positano [ITA]
- Barani d’Ischia [ITA]
- Agrapart ’Vénus’ @ Cavalaire-sûr-Mer [FRA]
- Selosse ’Cramant Chemin de Châlons [base’16] @ Cité de Carcassonne [FRA]
- 2013 Perrier-Jouët ’Belle Epoque’ @ Hôtel Hameau L’Albert 1er in Chamonix [FRA]
- Resumé from Tour de France 2023 [FRA]
- Louis Roederer & Krug by the lakes in the Swiss alps [SUI]
- 2012 Pol Roger ’Blanc de Blancs’ in St Moritz & Lago di Como
Download the app [You use the same logon + password as for the web]. Share Your best experiences with out door life & Champagne enjoyments. What's Your best Champagne Hiking spots? What will You be bringing? [read more here]
Richard Juhlin x Rarewine Invest [3 episodes]
Welcome to the three episodes of Meet The Wine Critic. In this series, we will bring you closer to the authorities of the wine world.
Champagne investment tips by Rarewine Invest
Investment tips from our premium-partner RareWine Invest.
The Annual Richard Juhlin Tasting'23
For the thirteenth year in a row, Richard Juhlin organized ‘The Richard Juhlin Champagne Tasting’ on Lidingö outside Stockholm on the 10th of June 2023. The result will be published on chjampagneclub.com.
Previously, the selected tasting group from Champagne Club has, among other things, tasted the market’s leading blanc de blancs, rosé, prestige cuvées and comparisons between a number of vintages.
Last yers stories;
[read the story of cuvée de préstige here]
[read the story of vinothèque here]
THE CONCEPT Friday Champagne
Every Friday The no1 Champagne expert in the world will taste new & old Champagne s to give You a tip or two for the weekend. [view the 50+ Friday films here]
RECIPES - champagne & food
Need gastronomical inspiration? we've posted a lot of recipes by Tommy Myllymäki from the gastronomical chapter from the new book ‘Champagne Magnum Opus’. Each month Champagne Club 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. [for more gastronomical inspiration - link here]
THE INTERVIEWS 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. So far we’ve interviewed Champagne lovers from Sweden, France, Norway, Denmark, Russia, Lithuania, Hungary. Latvia, US, UK, Germany, Italy, Brazil, Switzerland, Serbia, Greece, Australia, Japan, Kazakstan, South Africa, Finland, Romania, Slovenia, Canada & Singapore. [the interview-series 5 bottles & 5 questions]
THE CHAMPAGNE INTERVIEW with cellar masters
Every bottle tells a story. What’s Yours? Every week we interview people in the world of Champagne on their iconic bottles. Now & then TheChampagneSommelier will interview some of the true people of Champagne. He will ask a few questions about their company, their profession, current trends, etc.
We had a bubbly chat with Pierre Larmandier, from Larmandier-Bernier, Charles Philipponnat från Philipponnat, Alice Tétienne, Cellar Master from Champagne Henriot in Reims & Bertrand Lhôpital, Cellar Master from Champagne Telmont in Damery. [read more champagne interviews]
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THE APP – Champagne Club & Champagne Hiking
Welcome to the champagne world's instagram!
As a member in Champagne Club You can access the app with the same log-in. [read more about the app]
Now we ask You to be an ambassador of the app & to fill the app with all Your fantastic Champagne Hiking photos & experiences [both old & new photos can be used.]
The new concept is as simple as it is wonderful for the champagne lover;
You post your own champagne experiences in different places. Find a great spot, take a picture of an open bottle and glass when you drink champagne. Post it in the app. Share it in the app & social media, build your own champagne community. Post Your tasting note & score & compare with Richard Juhlins tasting note & score.
Have fun with Champagne Hiking!
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IN THE NEW APP You will find; more than 14,800+ unique tasting notes & scores by Richard Juhlin [you can put in your own tasting notes], You can enjoy ’Champagne Hikings’ [post your own hikings, build champagne clubs with friends, follow leaderboards, read the book Champagne Hiking, listen to all the chapters in the book, post them on social media etc]
THE CONCEPT ‘Champagne Hiking’ is available in both as a book & a new app [both for iOS & Android]
Champagne is the language of luxury. This is your dictionary.
PREMIUM PARTNERS
Here is a list of your premium partners;
REIJMYRE GLASS COMPANY
Our partner & manufacturer of the premium champagne glass 'Richard Juhlin by Reijmyre'. Reijmyre glassworks dates from 1810, when it was founded in 1810 by Johan Jacob Graver and Baron Mattias Alexander von Ungern-Sternberg. Reijmyre is one of Sweden's oldest and still active glassworks. The mill is known for genuine craftsmanship and stylish design in both clear crystal and colored glass. At Reijmyre, everything is made entirely by hand. Reijmyre is perhaps mainly characterized by characteristic glass design, combined with form and function in fantastic colors, especially red, green and blue. In 2021, furnace 3 in the cabin was prepared and commissioned.
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MONDIAL
Our publishing company for the new epic book 'Champagne Magnum Opus'. Founded in 2017, Mondial is a sharp and agile publishing house with a broad and eclectic book list. Our focus is bringing accessible, interesting books to a broader market. We specialize in narrative non-fiction, journalism, current affairs and high-profile biographies. Having said this—we love surprises: so we could publish just about anything with potential. We publish around 40 titles a year.
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RIZZOLI PUBLICATIONS
Rizzoli New York joined such prestigious American institutions as Tiffany’s, Saks, and Cartier when it first opened the Rizzoli Bookstore on Fifth Avenue in 1964. In the following years, its landmark building in New York became the center for the company’s national expansion, adding new bookstores throughout the country and, a decade later, establishing an eminent publishing house renowned today for high-quality, illustrated books.
Rizzoli New York began its publishing operation in 1974 and has become a leader in the fashion, interior design, culinary, art, architecture, and photography fields. Rizzoli’s Universe Publishing imprint was added in 1990, marking Rizzoli’s entrée into the pop-culture worlds of humor, beauty, sports, performing arts, and gay and alternative lifestyles, as well as a highly successful calendar program. In 2011, Rizzoli established Ex Libris, an imprint dedicated to publishing up-market literary fiction and nonfiction with a transatlantic character. Starting in January 2018, Rizzoli produces its museum and exhibitions publishing under the new imprint Rizzoli Electa, in collaboration with leading Italian book publisher and sister company Mondadori Electa.
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CHEFLIX
Cheflix is our new partner with their digital platform for our 'Champagne Master Class by Richard Juhlin'. Cheflix is the latest streaming service for anyone who loves cooking and food. The ‘Netflix of Michelin Star Chefs’, which will provide you with unlimited access to online master classes by the best chefs in the world. Delve into your own kitchen, together with the chefs, and learn all the finer tricks of the trade. Our chefs know all the tricks, secrets and pitfalls and will allow you to cook the stars out of the sky at home! From starting out home chefs to experienced chefs, the master classes are perfectly accessible at any level! The chefs will provide you with a step-by-step demonstration of how to simply and quickly prepare culinary dishes. From beautiful starters, signature dishes to the most delicious desserts. Each master class comes with a written recipe with a handy shopping list, allowing you to quickly get started.
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RARE WINE INVEST
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An extraordinary selection of fine wines and spirits. With more than 25,000 bottles representing more than 2,500 different wines and vintages from the best and most exclusive wine producers in the world, RareWine offer the most comprehensive selection of fine wines in Scandinavia.
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PALMGRENS
Palmgrens, with its 120 years of heritage, is one of Sweden’s most established producers of leather goods. The company first opened its doors in 1896 as a Saddler and became a Royal Warrant Holder servicing booth the Royal Court as well as military and private customers. The company has developed over time, keeping the focus on solid crafts in natural tanned leather. In particular handcrafted handbags, suitcases, travel requisites and interior pieces.
The essence of Palmgrens has always been functional products in classic designs for the quality conscious consumer. The Rattan Bag, first launched in 1950 and now a Swedish icon as popular as ever, is exclusive in its design and craftsmanship combining tanned leather and rattan. Our assortment of jewelry holders, storage and boxes are unique in their exquisite finish and luxury detailing. We also carry an extensive offering of leather accessories - wallets, purses, key holders and passport covers to mention a few.
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BERKELEY SHIRTS
Our suppliers of premium shirts. Or as they say 'We are devoted to quality. Every detail matters. We put all our knowledge, passion, and effort into our products, just to fall in love with them. To make them be like our favorite song, food, or film. Things we never get tired of. That is what we are trying to do. We do it with devotion. Our reward is your satisfaction.'
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TRAVEL BEYOND
Travel Beyond was founded in 2005 by Helena Andrén and Annika Björkroth. Our travel agent who tailors exclusive and unique travel arrangements around the world. We turn to them with high demands on quality and service, regardless of whether we travel as a couple, family, group or company.
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