French Champagne Makers End Russia Boycott Despite Label Law
- Exports to resume Sept. 15 with new ‘sparkling wine’ stickers
- French were outraged at losing exclusive Champagne designation
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Russia has won the first round of a battle over what constitutes Champagne after French producers agreed to resume exports and abide by a controversial local rule on labeling.