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It’s 5 p.m. in Reims, the heart of Champagne.
You’re on day three of nonstop trade tastings, producer visits, and work meetings… a.k.a. Champagne lunches. Your body is begging for a nap, but your mind knows you n...
Watch now | Recording of Live Tasting from May 7th, 2026
For anyone who couldn’t make it live, here’s the replay of this month’s tasting on Champagne.
See you tonight (May 7th) at 6pm PST
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Hi friends,
If you read last week’s newsletter, you know I’ve been deep in Champagne land—and still thinking about it. After tasting across so many villages and styles, I was reminded of just how much nuance there is in this region that so...
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Hi Tasting Club!
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I’m Kelsey—a sommelier, restaurateur, and wine educator who believes wine should be enjoyable, accessible and fun. I’ve spent years working in restaurants, traveling to wine regions, and telling stores through the language of wine.
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