The Champagne region of France bubbles over with fine wine, gourmet cuisine, picturesque towns, and gothic spires. Rudy Maxa sets up a base in Reims, home of the historic cathedral, where French kings were crowned. From Reims, he tours wine country, visiting champagne producers, both large and small. In the medieval town of Troyes, he shops for fine chocolate and discovers a collection of modern art. North of Reims, the city of Charleville delights with its golden architecture and tradition of puppetry. The final destination is the imposing fortress of Sedan, the largest castle in Europe. Tips are given on how to buy quality champagne and how to tour the wine country.