Champagne labels contain coded information that reveals the producer type. NM means negociant-manipulant, a house that buys grapes. RM indicates a grower who makes wine from their own vineyards. CM refers to a cooperative. Understanding these codes, along with dosage terms and vineyard designations, empowers you to make informed purchasing decisions.
Decoding Champagne Labels: What Every Abbreviation Really Means
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