One simply cannot overstate it (and if one could, one would be perfectly right in doing so): boutique, single-vineyard Champagnes render all other bubblies insufferably dull by comparison. Their quality is simply unsurpassed.

Each tells a rich, layered story—complete with a unique setting and an unforgettable cast of characters. Every sip adds a new dimension, reveals a twist, nudges you deeper into the plot.

So dig in deep. And choose your own adventure.

The Five Major Districts in Champagne:

Montagne de Reims

• Primary Grape: Pinot Noir
• Best villages: Ambonnay, Ay-Champagne, Bouzy, Vezenay, Verzy

Côte des Blancs

• Primary Grape: Chardonnay
• Best villages: Cramant, Avize, le Mensil-sur-Oger

Vallée de la Marne

• Primary Grape: Pinot Meunier
• Best villages: Mareuil-sur-Ay, (for Pinot Noir),
  Dizy & Hautvillers (for both Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier)
  and Ste-Gemme (for Pinot Meunier)

The Aube (also known as Cotes des Bars)

• Primary Grape: Pinot Noir
• Best villages: Les Riceys

Côte de Sezanne

• Primary Grape: Chardonnay
• Best villages: Villeauxe-la-Grande