How Champagne Works

# Stuff You Should Know: Champagne

Josh and Chuck dive deep into the fascinating world of champagne in this episode, exploring everything from the historic Champagne region of France to the surprisingly labor-intensive process that makes this bubbly wine so special. You'll learn about the ancient tradition of riddling bottles by hand, the quirky chemistry behind those signature bubbles, and the colorful characters like Dom Pérignon and the Widow Clicquot who helped elevate champagne from an unwanted accident to a symbol of celebration worldwide. Fair warning: Chuck's not convinced champagne is worth the hype, but Josh's enthusiasm might just change his mind—or at least make you thirsty to try a bottle yourself.