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Tom Hewson

Tom Hewson writes about Champagne and sparkling wine. He authored the Tim Atkin Champagne Special Report in 2022, featuring over 600 wines and insights from five weeks spent in the region. As well as writing freelance, reviewing and presenting sparkling wines, Tom runs his own newsletter Six Atmospheres, reaching Champagne and sparkling wine enthusiasts all over the world every week.

The best sub-£50 Champagnes from the Montagne de Reims

There's gold in them thar hills...

Planning an overnight trip in Champagne? Here’s how to do it in style

Get to the heart of Champagne with these expert-recommended itineraries...

By Tom Hewson Published 15 April 26
Champagne Report: The two faces of the Montagne de Reims

This Champagne sub-region has many aspects...

By Tom Hewson Published 13 April 26
Why is Tattinger’s Comtes de Champagne Rosé 2012 so good?

The perfect pink for a special occasion...

By Tom Hewson Last updated 17 February 26
Champagne 1995 vs 1996: How do these vintages hold up 30 years on?

Lessons learned...

By Tom Hewson Last updated 10 February 26
Tom Hewson’s top Champagnes of 2025

A few Champagne favourites from 2025...

By Tom Hewson Published 27 December 25
Festive Champagne pairings for global cuisines

Bubbles and food around the world...

By Tom Hewson Published 23 December 25

Blanc de noirs Champagne: Panel tasting results

Glorious, darker-edged Champagne...

By Tom Hewson Last updated 21 December 25
New Champagne releases to buy this festive season as prices ease

Now could be the time to stock up...

By Tom Hewson Published 20 December 25
Champagne Barons de Rothschild: 20 years of patience and a brand new winery

From Bordeaux to Champagne...

By Tom Hewson Published 14 December 25
Henri Giraud: 400 years in Champagne

Celebrating a Champagne milestone...

By Tom Hewson Published 15 November 25
Where has all the vintage Champagne gone?

Champagne's original premium cuvée...

By Tom Hewson Last updated 27 October 25
Champagne Dhondt-Grellet: The young grower at the top of his game

Champagne lovers take note...

By Tom Hewson Published 23 October 25

Does affordable Champagne still exist? Here are 15 of the best

Wallet-friendly bubbles...

By Tom Hewson Last updated 26 August 25
Champagne Laurent-Perrier: Rosé perfectionists

How to stand out from the rosé Champagne crowd...

By Tom Hewson Last updated 20 August 25
Petite Montagne, grand ambition: Ten top wines from an exciting corner of Champagne

Sandy soils make for graceful Meunier...

By Tom Hewson Published 7 August 25
Champagne releases for spring & summer 2025

The best of what's been released so far this year...

By Tom Hewson Last updated 10 July 25
First taste: Dom Pérignon’s new P2 2008 released with artistic flair

A star-studded release...

By Tom Hewson Last updated 19 June 25
Obituary: Frédéric Panaïotis

The cellar master of Maison Ruinart passed away aged 60...

By Tom Hewson Published 18 June 25

Stars of Champagne’s Côte des Bar

Get the insider knowledge on Champagne's best...

By Tom Hewson Published 2 May 25
Champagne Telmont to premiere new lighter-weight bottle at Cannes Film Festival

It is the first time its Champagnes will be opened and served from its new 800g bottles...

By Tom Hewson Last updated 1 May 25
Best Champagne houses to visit

Plan a memorable getaway to the heart of Champagne...

By Tom Hewson Last updated 17 April 25
Côte des Bar: A pocket of Champagne brimming with character

Champagne's sparkling southern satellite...

By Tom Hewson Published 7 April 25
Non-vintage rosé Champagne: Panel tasting results

Exploring the diversity and pairing potential of rosé Champagne...

By Tom Hewson Last updated 6 March 25
Coteaux Champenois: Champagne’s next big thing or still a work in progress?

With 13 tasting notes of still Champagne...

By Tom Hewson Published 3 February 25