
- This item is used Description This is the true and fantastic story of Charles Heidsieck, son of a rich and famous wine family in France. In the second half of the 19th century, he leaves the safety of the vineyard to conquer American palates, armed only with the liquid called champagne and several centiliters of charm. The adventure takes him to New York and Louisiana and further into the impassable wilderness. Soon he faces the great passion of his life in the form of the freedom fighter Pauline. But he also confronts the Civil War’s gun barrels, as he ends up imprisoned, accused of espionage. This is an epic tale full of passion, war, lies and deceit. A story about a man who is willing to risk everything to realize his dreams — even his own life! The true and passionate story of Champagne king Charles Heidsieck, based on Joseph Henriot’s bestseller. Region code 2 Edition Runtime in minutes 192 Year of production 1989