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EPISODE · Jun 7, 2026 · 16 MIN

She Was 27, a Widow, and About to Change Champagne Forever

from Intermediate French with Carlito · host French Teacher Carlito

👉 Download your FREE “ Champagne Empire ” Guide→ https://www.frenchteachercarlito.com/lp-the-champagne-empire-guide In this episode, I tell you the story of Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin, the young widow behind the yellow label of Veuve Clicquot. At 27, with a failing business and everyone telling her to give up, she made a different choice. I take you through the cellars of Reims and the life of a woman who built an empire and kept her widow's name as her signature.  ⭐ Enjoyed the episode?  A 5 star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify really helps the podcast grow, thank you so much for your support. 📩 Have a question for me?  Email me at [email protected] I read every message personally. Merci et à très bientôt,  Charles

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