Champagne sales were up 60% in the seven weeks to 15 November, Majestic Wine said.

BBC: Champagne sales jump

Wine drinkers are also buying more expensive drinks in the run up to the Millennium, Majestic Wine said.

BBC: Champagne sales jump

The complex will feature four restaurants, champagne and wine bars, an enormous wine store run by Majestic Wines, and opportunities to enrol in wine classes or bid in an auction.

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