Why do I want to post these photos on my blog? The answer is simple.
- I enjoy sharing my appreciation for all things Champagne.
- I like to relive my time in the Champagne region – and bottles of Taittinger, Ruinart, and GH Mumm help me do just that.
- And I take pleasure in showcasing my wine photography skills.
These photos were taken some time ago – if I remember correctly, the Ruinart shots were captured at the end of August.
What do you think? Funny thing – every time I ask that question, I’m reminded of the scene in Johnny English where Pascal Sauvage, after asking for feedback, helpfully suggests the possible answers: “Yes, no, maybe?” I just love those Rowan Atkinson films.
Anyway, back to Champagne. As I mentioned earlier, these Ruinart photos were taken in August – the same goes for the Taittinger shots.
I suddenly feel the urge for a glass of Champagne – what about you? Not a Cava or a Prosecco, but a proper blanc de blancs. After all, it’s been over a month since I last enjoyed some good bubbles.
Which were the last Champagnes I tasted? Roederer and GH Mumm. Let’s start with Roederer.
It’s a pity I can’t properly describe the taste. Then again, I’ve never quite understood the need to. After all, we each experience food and drink differently – shaped by our own memories, taste buds, and even the mood we’re in at the moment.
When I tasted this Roederer, I was in a festive mood. My birthday was just around the corner, and my wonderful wife had just surprised me with a new set of Champagne glasses. One of them, I must confess, has already met an untimely end – courtesy of yours truly. Not my finest hour. Fortunately, three remain. And luckily, we still had the full set when we opened the GH Mumm.
You’re probably wondering – does this guy photograph every bottle of Champagne or wine he buys and drinks? The answer is no. The one bottle missing from this post is the Louis Roederer Blanc de Blancs – the one I enjoyed on my birthday. As you may recall from my earlier Champagne article, that bottle was, and still is, my favorite.
I must admit, I simply love how my beloved macro lens captures Champagne – the bubbles rising in the glass, the light shining through the bottle and revealing its tone, and the artistry behind each house’s bottle design. It’s fascinating, isn’t it? Or perhaps that’s just me.
And yes, I know most people read and view these photos on their phones (I see the Analytics!), but it’s a pity. These images truly deserve to be seen on a larger screen – or even in print.
Enjoy Champagne, dear readers.
Kindly,
Olaaf
