The Champagne Making Process

Champagne and Versailles

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August 14th 2008
August 11, 2008 After spending the night in St. Dizier we travel to Epernay France, which is the heart of the Champagne region. Before we even get there, the rolling hills turn into a valley and the sides of the sloping hills are covered in grape vines. I have never seen so many vines and they go on for miles and miles. There are skinny little roads in between plots which actually have a name ... read more

Europe » France » Île-de-France » Paris

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more