With qualifying action shifting to one day a week on Tuesdays at Woodbine Mohawk Park, the Campbellville, Ont. oval hosted a seven-race session this morning (July 26).
The process of creating sparkling wine is intricate, scientific and has been refined over centuries. DNY59/Getty Images
Over the tantalizing clink of crystal Champagne flutes, a voice rises and a dinner party begins to hush. Forks lay silent and conversations pause mid-thought as a raised glass and a heartfelt toast interrupt the evening, if only for a congratulatory moment.
While a glass of the bubbly usually signals celebration, hosts Anney Reese and Lauren Vogelbaum discover in this FoodStuff podcast episode that Champagne has caused plenty of conflict throughout its tasty and surprisingly hard-won history.
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Not All That Sparkles .