Champagne vs Crémant. What is the difference between Champagne and Crémant?

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What is the difference between Champagne and Crémant? Champagne is produced in the northern part of France in the region of Champagne, which Crémant can be produce in 8 wine regions in France, including Bordeaux, Burgundy, Loire Valley, Rhone Valley, Languedoc, Jura, Savoie and Alsace.
Crémant de Bordeaux is produced from Semillon, Sauvignon Blanc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc.
Crémant de Bourgone are produced from Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Gamay. Crémant de Loire is produced from Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc. Crémant de Savoie is made from Jacquere, Altesse, Chasselas, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Gamay. Crémant d'Alsace is produced from Pinot Blanc, Rieslings, Pinot Gris, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Crémant du Limoux are made from Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Pinot Noir and Mauzac. Crémant de Die is produced exclusively from Clairette grape.