Some of my favorite reporting assignments have involved spending time in the Champagne region, getting to know its producers and uncovering the stories behind the bottles. Among the most memorable discoveries over the years has been AR Lenoble, a 4th generation family-run and independent operation that is heavily involved in making the industry more inclusive to women. I wondered, however, how Anne and Antoine Malassagne have fared during these last eight months of the pandemic. Anne and her director of export and communication Christian Holthausen (also my friend) tuned in to chat about the family’s heritage, drinking and selling in Covid times, and the importance of community.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

AR Lenoble: https://champagne-arlenoble.com/

La Transmission women's group in Champagne: http://la-transmission-champagne.com/index.php/en/home/

Women in Champagne: https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/champagne-sparkling-wine/future-women-in-champagne