Originally Posted by
DJGMaster1
Now it's true, that there are similarities. But Domaine Chandon Brut, made in Napa, from the same grape varieties, as Moet Chandon Brut, made in Champagne, under the guise of the same parent company, tastes different. Personally, I actually prefer it, because the grapes are invariably riper and fruitier than the grapes grown in Champagne, and the Champagne product is more austere and yeastier, because there is less grape flavor to be overcome, but that's my preference - they are NOT the identical product.
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i have been told(never been to aharvest) that the grapes for champagne are picked very green to keep the sugar down. looking at the dossage, a ripe grape and all that sugar is going to make a very sweet wine.