– Experiences –

SABRAGE MASTERCLASS

Learn to saber champagne with style

Spectacular, sensory, and sociable — the sabrage experience I offer in Champagne comes in several formats to suit your setting.

Whether you’re a traveler, a company, or a host, I’ll guide you in creating a powerful and elegant moment — always tailor-made.

Experience the Art of Champagne Sabrage at Champagne's Gastronomic Festival

I’m delighted to be participating in Les Relais du Goût 2026, Reims’ flagship food and Champagne festival, taking place from 18–20 September 2026.

Throughout the festival, I’ll be hosting two intimate experiences celebrating Champagne through the art of sabrage and carefully selected food pairings. Whether you’re discovering Champagne for the first time or you’re already an enthusiast, these workshops offer a fun, hands-on and memorable way to experience the region’s traditions.

🧀 Bubbles & Cheeses Experience

Discover how Champagne pairs beautifully with a selection of carefully chosen cheeses. After learning the history and technique of Champagne sabrage, you’ll open a bottle yourself before enjoying a guided tasting exploring the harmony between Champagne and cheese.

Sessions

  • Friday, 18 September – 2:00 pm
  • Saturday, 19 September – 2:00 pm
  • Sunday, 20 September – 2:00 pm & 6:00 pm

🍓 Sweet & Savory Experience

Explore how Champagne enhances both sweet and savoury flavours. After your sabrage initiation, enjoy a tasting featuring a selection of gourmet bites designed to reveal the versatility of Champagne.

Sessions

  • Friday, 18 September – 12:00 pm & 4:00 pm
  • Saturday, 19 September – 4:00 pm & 6:00 pm
  • Sunday, 20 September – 4:00 pm

Each workshop is limited to just 10 participants, ensuring a friendly atmosphere and plenty of personal guidance.

Reserve your place now and experience one of Champagne’s most iconic traditions during one of Reims’ most exciting gastronomic events.

Paulina presenting sabrage experience, holding sabre infront of table with sweet and savoury canapes and a bottle of champagne
Official Participant – Les Relais du Goût 2026 © [2026] Plain Sailings – Art of Sabrage. All rights reserved.

WHAT IS SABRAGE ?

Sabrage is the technique of opening a bottle of sparkling wine with a cavalry saber instead of the usual cork-popping method.

Discover the history of sabrage and learn how to open a bottle of Champagne with a saber during an interactive workshop, followed by a tasting.

© [2025] Plain Sailings – Art of Sabrage. All rights reserved.

WHY TRY SABRAGE ?

Have you ever opened Champagne with a saber? It is thrilling, elegant and a true embodiment of Champagne culture! For some, it is exhilarating, for others, a bit intimidating. And for those who succeed on their first try. Pure joy!

After two years of teaching clients the perfect technique of sabrage, I can confidently say it is always an unforgettable, adrenaline-packed experience.

Whether you are celebrating a milestone or just soaking in the magic of Champagne, sabrage is a must-try activity when visiting the region!

A UNIQUE SABRAGE EXPERIENCE BEYOND THE ORDINARY !

Have you ever opened Champagne with a saber?

It is thrilling, elegant and a true embodiment of Champagne culture! For some, it is exhilarating, for others, a bit intimidating. And for those who succeed on their first try. Pure joy!

After two years of teaching clients the perfect technique of sabrage, I can confidently say it is always an unforgettable, adrenaline-packed experience. Whether you are celebrating a milestone or just soaking in the magic of Champagne, sabrage is a must-try activity when visiting the region!

 

Choose your experience

In Hermonville – Signature Workshop

A unique moment in my dedicated space in Hermonville, nestled in the heart of the vineyards. Bookable online – ideal for travel groups, couples, or families.

I host sabrage workshops at L’Artelier in my courtyard and 6ème Sens — a stylish Champagne bar and art gallery located in Hermonville, just 10 minutes from Reims.

What to expect

Learn and practice the art of sabrage — opening a bottle with a cavalry sabre — followed by a guided Champagne tasting.

  • Duration: 1h30

  • Price: Prices vary depending on the format and group size — click “Book” to view details.

  • Participants: Minimum 2 / Maximum 20 (for larger groups, please contact me to check availability)

  • Location: L’Artelier in my courtyard & 6ème Sens, Hermonville

In the venue of your choice

I bring the sabrage workshop directly to the venue of your choice — seminar, team building, birthday, garden party, and more. I adapt to your event format to create a memorable, original, and refined experience.

To ensure a smooth and safe experience, the venue should:

  • Have a clear outdoor area (a terrace, courtyard, or garden is recommended)
  • Allow for bottle handling and sabrage in a safe and secure setting

All equipment is provided, and I personally guide each participant throughout the workshop.

Based in Reims, I travel throughout the Champagne region to deliver the experience at your chosen venue, whether it’s a company, hotel, vineyard, private residence, or event location.

Each workshop is tailored to your needs and provided with a personalized quotation, based on the number of participants, the venue, and your specific requirements.

Directly at your hotel or guesthouse

Are you a host or hotelier? Offer your guests a signature experience, right on-site. I bring everything needed to deliver a spectacular sabrage and a memorable Champagne tasting at your property.

The sabrage workshop is currently available at:

Château de Cormicy

Bulles d’Exception

Demeure Larmandier

La Clé des Sacres

Staying somewhere else?
Feel free to get in touch — I may be able to bring the workshop directly to your location!

WHAT TO EXPECT ?

  • Welcome and introduction to the world of sabrage

  • Presentation of the selected cuvées

  • Hands-on sabrage initiation

  • Guided tasting with sensory insights

  • Interactive Champagne games (quiz, blind tasting, fun facts to guess…)

  • Time to exchange, take photos, and share stories around Champagne

Every moment is tailored to the chosen format, the language of your guests, and the spirit of your group.

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