3. Champagne for the Holidays with Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon and Alexandre Chartogne

Wine Spectator’s James Molesworth is poppin' off with a Champagne spectacular in this episode of Straight Talk. He's joined by Wine Spectator's lead taster for Champagne, senior editor Alison Napjus, and a wide-ranging lineup of sparkling wine stars headlined by Roederer's Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, maker of Cristal.  We’re also joined by grower Champagne star Alexandre Chartogne, and we talk business with the importer of Bollinger Champagne. Plus, our regular appointment with Dr. Vinny.Thirsty for more? Check out:• Wine Spectator's Dec. 15, 2022, issue• Champagne Tasting Report• Latest News and Headlines• Ask Dr. Vinny• Website members: More on James' Sneak Peek PickA podcast from Wine SpectatorMarvin R. Shanken, Editor and PublisherHost: James MolesworthDirector: Robert TaylorGuests: Alexandre Chartogne, Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, Alex Michas, Mitch Frank, Alison Napjus, and MaryAnn Worobiec as Dr. VinnyAssistant producer, Napa: Elizabeth Redmayne-Titley Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.