Sparkling and Champagne

Champagne

For centuries, Champagne has been the global symbol of elegance and celebration – a unique wine originating in the French region of Champagne, where the climate, chalky soils and centuries-old tradition come together to create sparkling wines of extraordinary refinement. Produced exclusively using the Méthode Champenoise (or Classic Method), it involves a second fermentation in the bottle and a long ageing on the lees, which imparts complexity, finesse and a characteristic creamy texture.

The main grape varieties used in Champagne are Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, which give rise to a wide range of styles: from elegant, mineral-driven Blanc de Blancs to the more structured and intense Blanc de Noirs, right through to prestigious cuvées and great vintage years.

Perfect for special toasts but also as a gastronomic companion, Champagne pairs magnificently with oysters, shellfish, sashimi, sushi, caviar, white meats and refined dishes. At Etilika, you’ll find a selection of Champagnes from the finest Maisons and small Récoltants, ranging from major international icons to the most sought-after producers.

Discover the charm of authentic Champagne and let yourself be captivated by a taste experience that combines history, terroir and extraordinary elegance.

Champagne Brut L'Universelle - Baron Albert

€29.90

0,75 lt

Champagne L'Universelle Brut - Baron Albert [Cassetta di Legno]

€32.90

0,75 lt

Champagne e Brunello Di Montalcino - Baron Albert e Casa Fiorenza [2 bot in Cassetta di Legno]

€65.00

Champagne Brut L'Universelle Baron Albert on Sale

n/v 12% 0,375 lt

Champagne L'Universelle Brut - Baron Albert [0,375 lt]

€17.90

Champagne La Cuvée Brut Laurent Perrier on Sale

n/v 12% 0,75 lt

Champagne La Cuvée Brut - Laurent Perrier [Astucciato]

€49.90

Moët & Chandon Brut Impérial 375 ml | Champagne

New 12.5% 0,375 lt

Champagne Brut Impériale - Moët & Chandon [0.375 lt]

€40.85

Champagne Rosé Laurent Perrier Brut on Sale Online

12% 0,75 lt

Champagne Cuvée Rosé Brut - Laurent Perrier [Astucciato]

€75.00

Champagne Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut at the Best Price

12% 0,75 lt

Champagne Special Cuvée Brut - Bollinger

€70.90

Veuve Clicquot Magnum [1,50 lt] in Legno Champagne Brut Etichetta Gialla

n/v 12.5% 1,50 lt

Champagne Brut - Veuve Clicquot [Magnum Astucciata]

€130.00

12% 0,75 lt

Champagne Special Cuvée Brut - Bollinger [Astucciato]

€74.90

Ayala Brut Majeur Champagne Gift Box 75 cl | Etilika

New 12% 0,75 lt

Champagne Brut Majeur - Ayala [Gift Box]

€55.90

Dom Pérignon Vintage 2018 Champagne Gift Box | Etilika

2016 12.5% 0,75 lt

Champagne Dom Pérignon Vintage 2018 - Dom Pérignon [Gift Box]

€275.00

Krug Grande Cuvée 174th Edition Gift Box | Brut Champagne

New 12.5% 0,75 lt

Krug Grande Cuvée Brut Champagne 174th Edition [Gift Box]

€328.94

Champagne Moët & Chandon Réserve Impériale at a Discounted Price

n/v 12% 0,75 lt

Champagne Brut Réserve Impériale - Moët & Chandon

€45.90

2013 12.5% 1,50 lt

Champagne Dom Pérignon Vintage 2013 - Dom Pérignon [Magnum - Gift Box]

€790.00

Dom Pérignon 2018 Damien Hirst Gift Box | Etilika

2016 12.5% 0,75 lt

Champagne Dom Pérignon Vintage Damien Hirst 2018 [Gift Box] - Dom Pérignon

€340.00

n/v 12% 0,75 lt

Champagne R de Ruinart Brut - Ruinart

€60.90

Champagne Sir Winston Churchill Pol Roger 2015

2015 12.5% 0,75 lt

Champagne Sir Winston Churchill Brut Millésime 2015 - Pol Roger

€350.00

Champagne Ice Impérial Moët & Chandon Demi Sec a Prezzo Scontato

-5% 12% 0,75 lt

Champagne Ice Impérial Demi Sec - Moët & Chandon

€61.90~~€64.90~~

Crossed out: lowest price in the 30 days before the discount

n/v 12% 1,50 lt

Champagne L'Universelle Brut - Baron Albert [Magnum, 1.5 Lt]

€59.90

Champagne Rosé Brut Vintage Damien Hirst 2010 - Dom Pérignon Gift Box | Etilika

2010 12.5% 0,75 lt

Champagne Rosé Brut Vintage Damien Hirst 2010 - Dom Pérignon [Astucciato]

€560.00

-9% 12.5% 0,75 lt

Champagne Brut Blanc de Blancs - Billecart Salmon

€89.90~~€98.50~~

Crossed out: lowest price in the 30 days before the discount

12% 0,75 lt

Champagne Rosé Brut - Billecart Salmon [Astucciato]

€79.50

Box n/v 12% 0,75 lt

Champagne Brut Réserve Impériale - Moët & Chandon [Boxed]

€48.90

Why Champagne remains a timeless symbol

Champagne is not just a wine, but the ultimate point of reference for traditional-method sparkling wines worldwide. Born in one of Europe's northernmost wine regions, it turned a difficult climate into an advantage, building over the centuries a style defined by finesse, vibrant acidity, and aromatic complexity. Every house, large or artisanal, guards its own way of interpreting blending, making this appellation a world capable of satisfying very different tastes.

Reims, Épernay, and chalk soils: the terroir of Champagne

Champagne stretches across northeastern France, around the cities of Reims and Épernay, across four main areas: the Montagne de Reims, the Vallée de la Marne, the Côte des Blancs, and, further south, the Aube. The chalky, limestone-rich soils drain excess water and reflect light back onto the grapes, encouraging the slow ripening behind the typical finesse of these wines. The three permitted grape varieties are Chardonnay, which lends freshness and elegance, Pinot Noir, which brings structure and body, and Pinot Meunier, fruitier and softer: most cuvées are born from a blend of two or all three.

Non-vintage, Blanc de Blancs, Rosé: the styles of Champagne

Most production consists of non-vintage Champagnes, blends of several years designed to guarantee a consistent style over time, with a minimum of fifteen months' ageing on the lees. Vintage Champagnes, made only in years the house judges exceptional, age for at least thirty-six months and speak to the specific character of that year. Blanc de Blancs, made solely from Chardonnay, offers finesse and verticality, while Blanc de Noirs, from black grapes only, delivers more structure. Rosé, often made by blending in a small amount of still red wine, adds an extra fruity register.

At the table with Champagne: pairings that work

A non-vintage Brut suits a well-curated aperitif or a shellfish starter nicely. Blanc de Blancs, more vertical and citrusy, pairs with raw fish dishes or light oyster preparations. The more structured Blanc de Noirs holds up well to a substantial fish course or elaborate white meats. Rosé pairs with a delicate risotto or a lightly sweetened red-fruit dessert, while the great vintage cuvées deserve equally important dishes, such as a truffle-based course or aged cheeses.

Which Champagne to choose, depending on the occasion

For an aperitif or a casual evening, a non-vintage Brut remains the most versatile, immediate choice. If you're after elegance and precision to pair with a refined meal, a Blanc de Blancs offers just the right tension. Those who love more structured wines can look to a Blanc de Noirs, while a Rosé adds a more convivial, fruity touch. For a special occasion worth remembering, a vintage cuvée tells the unrepeatable story of a single year.

Frequently asked questions

What's the difference between a non-vintage and a vintage Champagne?

Non-vintage Champagne is a blend of several years, designed to guarantee a consistent style over time, while vintage Champagne uses grapes from a single harvest, produced only in years the house judges exceptional.

What does Blanc de Blancs mean?

It refers to a Champagne made exclusively from Chardonnay, a white grape. The result is generally a finer, more vertical, and citrusy style compared to blends that include black grapes.

How is Champagne Rosé made?

In most cases it's made by blending a small amount of still red wine into the white base wine, a technique allowed only within this appellation. Rarer, but still permitted, is the saignée method, involving a brief maceration of black grapes.

How long must a Champagne rest on the lees before it can be sold?

The regulations require a minimum of fifteen months for non-vintage wines and thirty-six months for vintage wines, although many houses voluntarily extend these periods well beyond the required minimum.