For most aficionados, sparkling wine can be called champagne only if it comes from the region of France with that name and is made under certain regulations. A new Russian law makes the counter-claim that the word can be used only for Russian wine.
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Waiters hold trays of champagne ready for a reception while Russia's President Vladimir Putin is seen on a TV screen as he speaks during the final plenary meeting of the 'Valdai' International Discussion Club members in the Russian town of Valday.
