Wine

Cathal McBride: Time and tradition are an essential part of the magic of Champagne

Champagne comes from centuries-old traditions and practices that have made it the kingpin of sparkling wines

For all the opulence associated with Champagne, it is created by deploying centuries-old traditions and practices

It’s been some time since the Fianna Fáil tent and the Saigon-like skies strewn with Celtic Tiger helicopters, but there’s still a frivolity about the Galway Races that keeps punters returning year after year.

One major part of the festival’s glitz and glamour is its Champagne Bar. Despite all the opulence associated with Champagne, it comes from centuries-old traditions and practices that have made it the kingpin of sparkling wines.

Since 1743, the legendary Moët ...