Champagne Wine RegionsThe French region of Champagne has a history of vine growing that dates back to the dawn of Christianity, and its vineyard boundaries have been defined by France's appellation system (Appellation d'origins Contrle or AOC) since 1927. It is one of the northernmost grape wine growing regions on the planet. Its latitude, distinctive soil composition (limestone, clay, marl, and chalk), and hillside vineyards make the champagne terroir one of a kind. The