The 2023 edition of the Modena Champagne Experience, held on October 15th and 16th, was a magical affair. Two days filled with joy, shared feelings, and positive energy made it an unforgettable event.
Irrespective of personal preferences in taste, region, or style, one thing unites us all – we all leave Modena Champagne Experience eager to return as soon as possible. The sparkling event, organized by Società Excellence, celebrated its sixth edition by hosting a staggering 176 Maisons, creating a haven for Champagne enthusiasts and an invaluable educational opportunity for those seeking a deeper understanding of infinite world of Champagne.
5 thematic areas for perfect organization
The organization of the event was impeccable, with the exhibition space divided into five distinct thematic and territorial areas: Côte des Bars, Côte des Blancs, Montagne de Reims, Vallée de la Marne, and the Maisons Classique. Despite the impetuous force of this lively tsunami, navigating the fair was seamless, thanks to this thoughtful arrangement.
The Sensory Experience of Champagne
The more you savor it, the more you realize that Champagne tasting has a unique set of rules. It stands apart from other wines by engaging not just your taste buds and nose, but your sense of hearing as well. Whether it is the subtle hiss that accompanies a seasoned sommelier’s uncorking, or the resounding pop at jubilant gatherings, and even the joyfull shower of effervescence at grand award ceremonies, Champagne announces its presence as soon as the bottle is popped open. It gracefully fills your glass with a dazzling display of bubbles, each ascending with a melodious rhythm.
Champagne’s allure is felt right from the first sip, leaving a memorable impact and a soft, velvety caress as the foam kisses your senses. Yet, it is in that final sip, the parting embrace, where Champagne truly unfurls its enchanting spell. It clings to the back of your palate with an enduring tenacity, lingering for days. As you close your eyes, the distinct taste of Champagne remains, a testament to its enduring bewitchment.
Our Experience at the Modena Champagne Event
Lovers of the Montagne de Reims, where the Pinot Noirs stand as taut, vibrant, and edgy as Jacques Rousseaux‘s iconic Grand Crus, are inevitably captivated by the mesmerizing complexity of expressions found in the Vallée de la Marne. Here, the harmonious fusion of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay, a blend widely favored in this region, offers an immersive experience that finds its profound articulation in the emotional sips of Bourgeois-Diaz and Jeaunaux-Robin.
For those who favor elegance, precision, and finesse exemplified by labels like Jacquesson Couvé 746, they will discover an equally enchanting seduction in the distinctive, unparalleled, and unpredictable nature of the boundary-pushing Pinot Noirs crafted by Amaury Beaufort and Quentin Beaufort. These two vintners are genuine voices, brimming with panache, firmly standing out from the conventional chorus A matter of genes in every sense, one might say.
Those who vigorously defend the thesis that ‘minerality’ is not a taste-olfactory sensation may be tempted to change their mind, as the distinct scent of Bassuet’s chalk in Côte des Blancs, evident in the exquisite Bolieu Champagnes, is a revelation that could sway even the staunchest critics.
An Unforgettable Journey
Champagne is always an experience that takes us far away, to places of memory, dreams and fairy tales, and here Pascal Douquet succeeds in creating a truly incomparable suggestion. As you sip his Diapason Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs, you’re instantly transported to an enchanted forest, surrounded by lush ferns, whimsical mushrooms, and perhaps even the presence of endearing elves and ethereal fairies. On the other hand, a plunge into his Anthocyanes Rosé Premier Cru is akin to a peaceful stroll along the shores of Brittany, intoxicated by the invigorating aroma of crashing waves, rugged rocks, and briny oysters.
In essence, a Champagne odyssey is always a voyage of self-discovery. Champagne, in its whimsical ways, challenges conventional logic, defies certainties, and subverts established beliefs. It constantly prods you to venture beyond your boundaries and parameters, engaging in a mesmerizing dance of seduction, entwined with subtle nuances, whispered truths, and unexpected twists.
If you’ve ever held reservations about embracing the famed effervescence from across the Alps, it is clear that you’ve yet to experience the grand celebration of Società Excellence. Give it a try next time, and you’ll find yourself hopelessly enchanted and captivated by the allure of Champagne.
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