Episode 14: Bubbles and Business - Madame Clicquot, The Original Wine Disruptor

HerStance PodcastWomens HistoryMethode ChampenoiseBarbe-Nicole Clicquot
Written By Sandra Koelle

Forget what you think you know about Champagne! This episode of HerStance uncorks a hidden truth, challenging the long-held belief about who really invented the crucial riddling process of the Méthode Champenoise. Join us as we journey from the vineyards of Reims, France, to the inspiring story of Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin, the "Grande Dame of Champagne." Discover how this visionary woman not only revolutionized bubbly but also became a savvy international businesswoman, proving that the future of wine – and innovation – is undeniably female. Plus, stick around for this week's HerStance Challenge to unlock your own inner innovator! 

Sandra Koelle

Sandra Koelle is the Host of HerStance. A lifelong advocate for women's rights and equity, she holds a BA in Women's Studies (Penn State University) and an MBA (Marylhurst University). Sandra’s career has been spent driving change, from managing programs in healthcare to leading fundraising efforts for mission-driven organizations. Driven by an early passion for standing up for the underserved, she created HerStance to use the power of historical storytelling as a direct tool for contemporary action, helping women and allies discover their potential for progress.

https://HerStance@elevateherexistence.com
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