36 Famous Champagne Quotes to Spark Your Next Celebration

Champagne isn’t just a drink—it’s a symbol of joy, elegance, and the art of celebration itself. From glittering royal galas to intimate gatherings among friends, this sparkling wine has been the muse of poets, writers, and icons throughout history. Its effervescent bubbles capture the essence of life’s most cherished moments, inspiring words that continue to resonate across generations. 

Whether you’re commemorating a milestone or simply toasting to the beauty of the everyday, these famous champagne quotes will infuse your next celebration with extra sparkle and sophistication.

Champagne Wisdom from the Champagne Experts

These quotes from champagne connoisseurs and industry legends capture the passion and elegance that define this celebrated drink.

1.”Come quickly, I am tasting the stars!” – Dom Pérignon

2. “I drink champagne when I’m happy and when I’m sad. Sometimes I drink it when I’m alone. When I have company, I consider it obligatory.” – Lily Bollinger 

3. “Champagne is the wine of elegance and celebration.” – Richard Geoffroy

4. “Champagne is the only wine that leaves a woman beautiful after drinking it.” – Madame de Pompadour 

5. “Champagne makes every meal an occasion, every table more elegant, every day more civilized.” – André Simon 

6. “Champagne is appropriate for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.” – Madeline Puckette

7. “Sipping champagne is like drinking stars.” – Carolyn Wente

8. “Champagne is the ultimate luxury with a conscience.” – Clovis Taittinger

9. “Champagne is the key to elegance and the essence of life.” – Donatella Versace

10. “Champagne is the wine of kings and the king of wines.” – Adolphe Thiers 

11. “Champagne has the taste of an apple peeled with a steel knife.” – Aldous Huxley 

Celebratory Champagne Quotes from Historical Figures

These historical icons share their admiration for champagne, celebrating its role in both triumphant and reflective moments.

12. “In victory, you deserve champagne; in defeat, you need it.” – Napoléon Bonaparte 

13. “Champagne is the wine of civilization and the oil of government.” – Winston Churchill 

14. “Remember, gentlemen, it’s not just France we are fighting for, it’s champagne!” – Winston Churchill

15. “My only regret in life is that I didn’t drink enough champagne.” – John Maynard Keynes

16. “He who doesn’t risk never gets to drink champagne.” – An old Russian proverb

17. “Meeting Franklin Roosevelt was like opening your first bottle of champagne; knowing him was like drinking it.” – Winston Churchill

18. “A single glass of champagne imparts a feeling of exhilaration.”
– Winston Churchill

19. “Champagne is the wine of love and pleasure.” – Honoré de Balzac

20. “Champagne offers a minimum of alcohol and a maximum of companionship.” – David Niven

21. “Come, gentlemen, I hope we shall drink down all unkindness.” – William Shakespeare 

22. “Too much of anything is bad, but too much champagne is just right.” – F. Scott Fitzgerald 

23. “Three be the things I shall never attain: envy, content, and sufficient champagne.” – Dorothy Parker 

24. “Pleasure without champagne is purely artificial.” – Oscar Wilde

25. “Champagne, if you are seeking the truth, is better than a lie detector.” –  Raham Greene

26. “One should always be drunk. That’s all that matters.” – Charles Baudelaire

27. “I love champagne because it always tastes as though my foot’s asleep.”
– Art Buchwald

28. “Champagne has the effect on the digestive system that the cream of asparagus soup has on the system generally. It gives you a good appetite.”
– William Makepeace Thackeray 

29. “Champagne makes you feel like it’s Sunday and better days are just around the corner.” – Marlene Dietrich 

Sparkling Thoughts from Celebrities

These celebrity quotes capture the glamour and joy that champagne brings to life’s memorable moments.

30. “I only drink champagne on two occasions, when I am in love and when I am not.” – Coco Chanel 

31. “Why do I drink champagne for breakfast? Doesn’t everyone?” – Noël Coward

32. “I love to have a few sips of champagne when I get dressed, to steady my nerves.” – Anna Wintour 

33. “I only drink champagne when I win a race, and when I lose a race.” – Alain Prost 

34. “I drink champagne when I win, to celebrate… and I drink champagne when I lose, to console myself.” – Napoléon Bonaparte

35. “I love the sound of a cork popping. It signals the start of a journey into the night.” – Jill Scott 

36. “Champagne has always been the wine of choice for the royal and the rich.” – Victoria Moore 

Champagne has a timeless allure that transcends cultures and generations. Its effervescence symbolizes joy, its taste embodies elegance, and its presence elevates any moment into a celebration. These quotes capture the myriad ways in which champagne enriches our lives, reminding us to savor not just the drink but the experiences and emotions it represents.

So, the next time you raise a glass, let these words inspire you to embrace the moment fully. Whether you’re toasting to love, success, or simply the beauty of life, may your celebrations be as sparkling and memorable as sabering champagne.