Bubblies

A train trip today took me out of Paris into Epernay, home to Moët & Chandon champagne. A private guided tour took us through the history of the company, the history of Dom Pérignon, a tour though the cellars and finished up with a tasting. I now have an understanding why a bottle of this stuff costs over $100 in the States. What an incredible experience learning the complexities that go into the fermentation of these very select grapes.
The town of Epernay itself was what I envisioned Paris to be like. Such a romantic, quaint town with wonderful character.
While now back in Paris I can hear the city gear up for Bastille day tomorrow. Outside my hotel window a walking horn section plays outside. Life is good.
In the Moët & Chandon cellars during the tour.


Update: Had a wonderful time out with Dillan, Merle, Alexis and Megan. We went to the Bastille and watched the two stages of concert acts while Paris geared up for Bastille Day on July 14th. The French rappers were the best.