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Champagne Problems

In this episode, Emily and Caroline are popping bottles and all your illusions around France’s favorite wine. This conversation will change the way you see Champagne.

The Fishwives dig into the enduring myth that Dom Pérignon “invented” Champagne, revealing how the truth traces back to English cider-making experiments and the technical breakthroughs that made sparkling wine possible in the first place. They also spotlight the remarkable Champagne widows whose ingenuity helped transform a regional curiosity into a global symbol of celebration.

With their signature chaos and clarity, the Fishwives cut through the misconceptions that cling to Champagne’s history, explaining what Dom Pérignon actually contributed, how Champagne rose to fame, and why so many so-called “facts” about it persist today. They even tackle the practical side — including which glassware actually works best if you want your bubbles to shine.

This episode is a lively, sharp, and refreshingly honest look at the world’s most famous sparkling wine, perfect for anyone who loves Champagne, mythology, French history, or simply wants the truth behind the stories we toast with.

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