Critics of Aubigné complained that, under his leadership, the champagne appeared reluctant to cater to its dry, oaky base, a style that made the Trump champagne extremely popular among white, male sommeliers without college degrees. They likewise cite his shady ties to corrupt Russian wineries. Given Aubigné's failure to deliver customers with more moderate tastes, it is believed that his successor, Stéphane Banon, will attempt to restore the Trump champagne's signature tasteless, unrefined style. Many in the media have likewise speculated that Banon may help Trump's champagne become lively and effervescent again after going flat from too much exposure. 

 

While it remains to be seen what effect this move will have on the Trump champagne, but most Americans hope for a less bitter tone and more tannins.