Conflict bubbles over Swiss "Champagne"

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Your post failed to mention the Swiss wines which this story refers to are in fact non-sparkling red and white table wines that bear no resemblance and are not in direct competition with the French bubbly. Some have been in production bearing the villages name since at least the 9th century, while the French Champagne production only dates back to the 18th century. The lunacy as even extended to locally famous 'Champagne' biscuits produced since the 1800's in the local cookie factory which have been forced by the EU to change their name as well, resulting in a drastic drop in sales.

4-22-2008 @ 9:40AM

Jeremy said...

Rich, thanks for the additional info. The length to which the French seem willing to pursue this Champagne issue is truly ridiculous.

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