With an annual production of 20-25 million bottles, it may come as a shock that French champagne would not have been invented without the Hungarians. Incredible as it sounds, the French themselves admit that the first champagne was made from the wine of Hungarian grapes.
The monks of the Clairvaux monastery were known for their development of wine growing using vine stocks from Hungary. Centuries later, it was this wine that was used to create sparkling wines, and the vines of Tokaj began to spread in Alsace.
The production of champagne was invented between 1670 and 1715 by Dom Pérignon, cellar man of the monastery of Hautevillers. Due to the cold climate of the Champagne province, fermentation often ended only in the spring of the year following the vintage and was considered substandard. For this reason, it was put into bottles while still fermenting and the carbon dioxide produced in the process remained in the bottle.
Paris Budapest Café offers a range of experiences, including the opportunity to enjoy a special champagne bar. Every Tuesday and Thursday evening from 5-7 p.m., a string trio performs in the lounge where all are welcome to enjoy these fine musical evenings.
Paris Budapest Café & Bibliotek Lounge
Sofitel Budapest Maria Dorottya
1051
+36.1.235.1234 / 657