"The property encompasses sites where the method of producing
sparkling wines was developed on the principle of secondary fermentation
in the bottle since the early 17th century to its early industrialization in the 19th
century. The property is made up of three distinct ensembles: the
historic vineyards of Hautvillers, Aÿ and Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, Saint-Nicaise
Hill in Reims, and the Avenue de Champagne and Fort Chabrol in Epernay.
These three components – the supply basin formed by the historic
hillsides, the production sites (with their underground cellars) and the
sales and distribution centres (the Champagne Houses) - illustrate the
entire champagne production process. The property bears clear testimony
to the development of a very specialized artisan activity that has
become an agro-industrial enterprise." -http://whc.unesco.org
Another surprise postcard from Jean Pierre which I received last year...
Just did not have the time to update this blog.
Thank you so much, JP!!!
I wish you good health and happiness!
Especially through our hobby --- postcards swapping!
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