Can You Put Champagne in the Freezer?

Contrary to popular belief, Champagne is not to be drunk frosty, it is to be enjoyed very cold. It is therefore strongly advised not to put the bottle in the freezer. Champagne is an exceptional product that must be respected while preserving the development of its aromas and flavours. Too low a temperature in the freezer may cause it to lose its delicacy and finesse. Champagne will give the best of its elegance around 9°C, the ideal temperature to express the full power of its aromas in the mouth. A Champagne that is too cold will have an anaesthetic effect on the taste buds and will limit the aromatic perception.

Ideal temperature: 9°C

The Champagne bucket remains the best solution to bring your favourite bubbles to the right temperature. To cool your bottle of Champagne, fill the bucket with 30-50% ice and the rest water. Don't hesitate to top up the ice cubes as they melt. To avoid cooling only part of the bottle, make sure the water level in the bucket is high enough. In just 30 minutes, the Champagne will be at ideal drinking temperature. If you are in a hurry, adding two handfuls of coarse salt to the water will speed up the process.

You can, of course, chill the champagne in the fridge, but place the bottle on its side to ensure an even temperature. Be careful with this method, as it takes at least 4 hours. For best results, wrap your bottle in a damp cloth beforehand.