Few wines captivate us like Champagne. But then again, Champagne isn't any old wine; it's more like a state of mind. We use this fancy French sparkler to mark life's milestones - when we marry, when a child is born, when we land a new job. Certain famous brands are synonymous with luxury and indulgence. Yet, many wine lovers forget that Champagne is much more than bling. It's a real wine expressive of terroir and production style. Champagne is food friendly, capable of taming anything from a smear of luscious cheese to the haughtiest haute cuisine.