{"id":6458,"date":"2026-06-15T13:52:41","date_gmt":"2026-06-15T11:52:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lesrelaisdugout.fr\/event\/the-sabrage-experience\/"},"modified":"2026-06-25T09:23:59","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T07:23:59","slug":"the-sabrage-experience","status":"publish","type":"event","link":"https:\/\/lesrelaisdugout.fr\/en\/event\/the-sabrage-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"The Sabrage Experience"},"content":{"rendered":"

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The Sabrage Experience<\/strong><\/h1>\n

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By Plain Sailings x Four Points by Sheraton<\/h3>\n

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SEPTEMBER 18, 19, 20<\/h4>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1781525882395{padding-bottom: 5px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}”]At the Four Points by Sheraton Reims Cath\u00e9drale, you\u2019ll discover one of the most iconic traditions of champagne: sabrage.<\/p>\n

Guided by Paulina Sanders, you\u2019ll learn about its history, techniques, and safety rules before performing the ritual yourself.<\/p>\n

The bottle, once opened, is then served during a tasting paired with cheeses or sweet-and-savory dishes, depending on the time slot you choose.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1781525916306{margin-bottom: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}”]<\/p>\n

Starting at \u20ac104 for 2<\/h5>\n

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Ticket sales begin on July 10<\/h6>\n

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In detail<\/strong><\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1781525969305{padding-right: 30px !important;padding-left: 30px !important;}”]With the Sabrage Experience, you\u2019ll step into the world of champagne through a gesture that is at once spectacular, precise, and deeply rooted in the Champagne region\u2019s cultural heritage. Led by Paulina Sanders, the workshop begins with an introduction to the history of sabrage, its techniques, and the essential safety rules for performing it. You\u2019ll then be guided step by step through the process of performing your own sabrage in a contemporary setting in the heart of Reims. <\/p>\n

Once opened, the bottle of winemaker\u2019s champagne becomes the starting point for a tasting experience built around carefully selected pairings. When you make your reservation, you\u2019ll choose one of the two experiences offered: Bubbles & Cheeses, featuring three aged local cheeses, or Sweet & Savory, featuring three creations that combine sweet and savory flavors. Each pairing highlights a different aspect of the champagne\u2014its textures, aromas, freshness, intensity, and balance. <\/p>\n

This small-group experience combines cultural heritage, expertise, and the pleasure of tasting. You\u2019ll leave with memories of a rare experience, the joy of a shared moment, and a deeper appreciation of champagne pairings.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row content_placement=”top” row-text-align=”right”][vc_column width=”5\/6″ css=”.vc_custom_1781093388721{background-color: #FBF8ED !important;}”][vc_empty_space height=”22px”][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”1\/6″][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1781093296245{background-color: #E6BC4D !important;}” el_class=”lieu”][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”6461″ style=”vc_box_circle_2″ css=””][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”wpbai-chef”]<\/p>\n

Plain Sailings<\/strong><\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Plain Sailings creates and hosts immersive experiences centered on champagne, fine dining, and the heritage of the Champagne region. As part of the Relais du Go\u00fbt event, the agency is taking over the Four Points by Sheraton Reims Cath\u00e9drale to offer a unique experience that combines hands-on activities, tastings, and the Champagne way of life. <\/span> <\/span>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column css=”.vc_custom_1781093388721{background-color: #FBF8ED !important;}”][vc_empty_space height=”22px”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=”.vc_custom_1781511234896{background-color: #C7DCEF !important;}” el_class=”lieu”][vc_column width=”1\/3″][vc_single_image image=”6466″ style=”vc_box_circle_2″ css=””][\/vc_column][vc_column width=”2\/3″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”wpbai-chef”]<\/p>\n

Four Points by Sheraton<\/strong><\/h2>\n

[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=””]Located just a short walk from the historic center and Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Four Points by Sheraton Reims Cath\u00e9drale offers a contemporary and welcoming setting in the heart of Reims. Its event spaces provide a comfortable and elegant environment for experiencing champagne in a new way.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_empty_space][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row background-position=”center-center”][vc_column width=”1\/6″ row-text-align=”center”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1781173094716{padding-bottom: 5px !important;}” el_class=”wpbai-chef”]<\/p>\n

Ticket Office<\/strong><\/h2>\n

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MEETING AT
\n, JULY 10
\n, AT 10 A.M.<\/h5>\n

for the opening of the ticket office<\/p>\n

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Practical Information<\/h5>\n

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\"\u231b\" Duration<\/strong>:1 hour 30 minutes<\/span>
\"\ud83d\udccd\"\/ Location<\/strong>: Four Points by Sheraton, 37 Boulevard Paul Doumer
\"\ud83d\udc65\"\/ 10 participants<\/strong>
\"\ud83d\udde3\ufe0f\"\/ In French, English, and Russian<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\ud83d\udcb0\" Prices<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

Bubbles & Cheeses Experience:
\n\u20ac104 (including tax) for 2 people, sold as a pair ticket.<\/p>\n

Sweet & Savory Experience:
\n\u20ac114 (tax included) for 2 people, sold as a duo ticket<\/p>\n

\"\ud83d\udcc6\" Dates and times<\/strong>:<\/p>\n

“Bubbles & Cheeses” Experience: Friday, September 18, and Saturday, September 19, at 2:00 p.m.; Sunday, September 20, at 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.<\/p>\n

Sweet & Savory Experience: Friday, September 18, at 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.; Saturday, September 19, at 4:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m.; Sunday, September 20, at 4:00 p.m.<\/p>\n

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