Which champagne works at a party?
At a party, a champagne does not need to be complicated: it mainly needs to taste good for a broad audience. A classic non-vintage brut is the safest choice: fresh, mineral, with enough character to be remembered but not so idiosyncratic that some guests check out. For smaller, food-oriented gatherings you can reach for a Blanc de Blancs for extra finesse, or a Blanc de Noirs for more body alongside savoury bites. A rosé champagne always draws attention at the table and works beautifully at lively, colourful parties.

