VINE and BUBBLE Podcast

Before we begin today’s conversation, I’d like to introducemy next guest, Edwige Régnier, Director of the Ordre des Coteaux de Champagne.
The Ordre occupies a fascinating and rather unique place inthe world of Champagne. With origins stretching back to the 17th century, it is the historic fraternity dedicated to celebrating and promoting the wines, heritage and culture of Champagne. Today, it brings together producers, wine professionals, collectors and passionate ambassadors through an international network extending well beyond France.
At the heart of the Ordre are its Chapitres — ceremonial gatherings where new members are inducted and recognised for their commitment to Champagne. Rich in tradition and symbolism, these occasions are also very much about something more contemporary: building a global communityaround Champagne and ensuring its culture, knowledge and values continue to be shared from one generation to the next.
Edwige has been leading this organisation since 2021. Herown story is distinctly international. The daughter of a diplomat, Edwige spent part of her early life abroad, developing an appreciation for different cultures while inheriting from her mother a deep connection to Frenchgastronomy, wine and the art of living. Champagne has now been her adopted home for some twenty-five years.
Her career has brought together wine, gastronomy, educationand cross-cultural exchange including spending time in the United States before fifteen years with Le Cordon Bleu Paris.
Edwige is also a trained sommelier, graduating top of herclass and in 2024 she was awarded the title of Maître Sommelier by the Union de la Sommellerie Française.
Today, we’re going to explore the remarkable history of theOrdre.

Before we begin today’s conversation, I’d like to introducemy next guest, Edwige Régnier, Director of the Ordre des Coteaux de Champagne.
The Ordre occupies a fascinating and rather unique place inthe world of Champagne. With origins stretching back to the seventeenth century, it is the historic fraternity dedicated to celebrating and promoting the wines, heritage and culture of Champagne. Today, it brings together producers, wine professionals, collectors and passionate ambassadors through an international network extending well beyond France.
At the heart of the Ordre are its Chapitres — ceremonial gatherings where new members are inducted and recognised for their commitment to Champagne. Rich in tradition and symbolism, these occasions are also very much about something more contemporary: building a global communityaround Champagne and ensuring its culture, knowledge and values continue to be shared from one generation to the next.
Edwige has been leading this organisation since 2021. Herown story is distinctly international. The daughter of a diplomat, Edwige spent part of her early life abroad, developing an appreciation for different cultures while inheriting from her mother a deep connection to Frenchgastronomy, wine and the art of living. Champagne has now been her adopted home for some twenty-five years.
Her career has brought together wine, gastronomy, educationand cross-cultural exchange including spending time in the United States before fifteen years with Le Cordon Bleu Paris.
Edwige is also a trained sommelier, graduating top of herclass and in 2024 she was awarded the title of Maître Sommelier by the Union de la Sommellerie Française.
Today, we’re going to explore the remarkable history of theOrdre.

Before we dive into today’s conversation, I’d like tointroduce my next guest, Maud Rabin.
Maud is Director of Rare Champagne, one of Champagne’s most distinctive and exclusive maisons.
The story of Rare begins in 1785, when a special cuvée wascreated for Marie Antoinette and the French royal court. That spirit of rarity and refinement continues to shape the maison today.
Produced only in exceptional vintages, Rare Champagne isunapologetically different. While it shares its historical roots with Piper-Heidsieck, Rare has forged an identity entirely its own, defined by an uncompromising vintage philosophy and a signature style that is immediately recognisable.
There’s remarkable freshness and longevity, but also layersof texture and a fascinating aromatic profile that can reveal exotic and tropical fruits alongside delicate florals, salinity and chalky minerality.
These are Champagnes made not simply to impress on release, but to evolve beautifully over decades.
In her role, Maud takes the story of Rare Champagne aroundthe world, sharing a philosophy built around patience, precision and, above all, the extraordinary.

Few people have changed the way we experience champagne as profoundly as Philippe Jamesse. A world-renowned sommelier and one of the foremost authorities on champagne service, Philippe has spent decades challenging convention, proving that the right glass doesn't simply hold champagne—it transforms it.
His collaboration with Lehmann has produced some of the most iconic Champagne glasses in the world, including the Grand Champagne and Synergie ranges. These glasses have become the choice of leading Champagne Houses, sommeliers and collectors who believe every detail matters.
In this episode, we take a deep dive into the philosophy behind these remarkable designs. We explore why shape, balance and craftsmanship influence the aromas, texture and expression of Champagne, the differences between handmade and machine-made glassware, and how Philippe has redefined what it means to experience one of the world's greatest wines.
Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply love Champagne, this conversation will forever change the way you look at the glass in your hand.
I hope you enjoy my conversation with Philippe Jamesse.

In this special episode of the VINE & BUBBLE Podcast, Sara Underdown sits down with Frédéric Rouzaud, President and CEO of Maison Louis Roederer, during the house’s extraordinary 250th anniversary celebrations. Together, they explore family ownership, the creation and evolution of Cristal, the importance of vineyard ownership, and why time remains one of Champagne’s greatest luxuries.