First Annual Holiday Champagne List

By popular demand, I’ve curated a selection of Champagnes I’ve come to love through my travels in the region. These wines capture the dedication of their makers and the character of Champagne itself, offering something genuine and thoughtful for our Azur and Empreinte communities.

This is the very first year I’m sharing my Favorite Picks of Champagne for the Holidays, and it’s been worth the wait. Each bottle in this collection comes from small to medium-sized, family-run Champagne houses; producers whose stories echo our own: people rooted in the land, who work with intention, and who value character above convention. These are wines that speak with texture, depth, and soul. They aren’t made to impress; they’re made to connect.

And no matter what this season brings: whether you’re clinking glasses at a Thanksgiving aperitif, savoring something elegant on Christmas Eve, or ringing in the New Year with sparkle and joy;  there’s a Champagne here that will match the mood and elevate the moment. From bright and mineral to rich and textured, each bottle is a perfect companion for gatherings both grand and intimate.

Like Azur, these Champagnes embody elegance and ease with its vibrant acidity, fine bubbles, and that coastal Mediterranean sensibility we love. And like Empreinte, they carry strength, precision, and the mark of the maker. You’ll feel the craftsmanship in every sip; the kind of detail that doesn’t shout, but lingers.