Record Heatwaves in France Set to Make Champagne Stronger
Wine-makers say an unusual harvest produced sweeter grapes, allowing champagne to be made with alcohol content of up to 15% ABV, according to BBC News.
Record heatwaves in France have led to an unusual grape harvest that is expected to result in stronger champagne, BBC News reported.
According to the report, wine-makers in the champagne-producing regions of France have observed that this year's harvest produced sweeter grapes than usual, a change attributed to the extreme heat experienced during the growing season.
As a result, BBC News said, some champagne could now be made with an alcohol content of up to 15% by volume (ABV), higher than the typical strength associated with the sparkling wine.
The report did not provide further detail on the specific vineyards or producers affected, nor on how widespread the change in alcohol content is expected to be across the industry.
BBC News did not specify whether the change would affect pricing, taste profiles, or export markets for champagne produced from this year's harvest.
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- Record heatwaves in France set to make champagne stronger — BBC News — World
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