This Champagne is not for everyone
— and that’s kind of the point. If you’ve come looking for a crowd-pleaser, Essentielle from Elise Dechannes is decidedly not it. It takes a special kind of Champagne person...
What makes Champagne so special?
Other than the fact that it brings people together, there are an infinite number of variables that make Champagne the most beautiful and complex beverage in the world. In the almost 15 years we’ve been growing fatcork, we’ve discovered a lot about this unique region and the people who make this exquisite Champagne. We hope you enjoy!
Ode to the Aube
Join us for a closer look at Champagne’s wonderfully weird subregion to the south. Home to some of fatcork’s most beloved and influential producers — Elise Déchannes, Fleury, Piollot and...
How to Read a Champagne Label
Like the bubbles inside, the label affixed to a bottle of Champagne is unlike anything else. An expression of the unique customs and traditions of the region, it provides a wealth of information — if you know how to decipher the code.
As Champagne experts, we look at Champagne labels every day. And we’re excited to teach you everything we know about how to read those enigmatic labels like a pro. Let’s break it down!
Introducing the world's best Champagne stopper
Our pick for the best Champagne stopper isn't the priciest or even the prettiest. But where it lacks panache, it more than makes up in power, and its unique design keeps Champagne fresh for days.
How to start a winery: a masterclass by Etienne Calsac
At the age of 26, Etienne Calsac began making Champagne with a small inheritance of vineyards and a big dream. Sixteen years later, Etienne is known around the world for his clean, dynamic cuvées. How did he do it? Read our blog to find out.
Why we don't do Dry January
At fatcork, we’ve never been about unbounded consumption, so do we need an entire month of abstinence to justify some festive exuberance over the holidays? The answer is no. Here's what we're doing instead.