Champagne and the Unwanted Excess of Garbage
Poubelle is one of the most beautiful words in the French language, and ironically, is French for “trash can.” What does this have to do with Champagne? The gorgeous bubbles in...
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!
Transport Yourself to Champagne
Pour yourself a glass of bubbles, sit back and relax as we take you on a fanciful journey to Champagne, France … As far as the eye can see, big,...
How To Chill Your Bubbles Like A Pro
True to our motto “Celebrate Every Day,” we believe you should always have a chilled bottle of grower Champagne on hand to celebrate life's little pleasures on the fly. Here's how fatcork gets bottles cold.
Material Things - Aging & Fermentation Vessels of Champagne
Oak. Stainless Steel. Concrete. Clay. Ever wonder what role these materials play in the making of Champagne? What if we told you choosing between them is one of the most...
First Friday Fizz: Frankenstein and fatcork Growers: Great Minds Think Alike
“It’s only considered ‘Frankenstein’ if it’s created in the Frankenstein region of France. Otherwise, it’s a sparkling monster.” - The Twitterverse What do Champagne and our favorite no-name Halloween monster...
First Friday Fizz: Champagne and the Unwanted Excess of Garbage
Poubelle is one of the most beautiful words in the French language, and ironically, is French for “trash can.” What does this have to do with Champagne? The gorgeous bubbles in...