Champagne Punch Directions: Prepare a day before using: Wash the grapes, place on a small tray, put them in the freezer. Several hours before serving, mix Sauterne, Cognac, and sugar until sugar is dissolved. Refrigerate. To serve: Pour Sauterne mixture into a punch bowl. Stir in the soda. Add the frozen grapes and strawberries. Pour in champagne into punch just before serving. 1 Large bunch seedless grapes (about 1 ½ pound) 2 Cups of Sauterne 1 Cup of Cognac 2 Tablespoons of sugar 14 Ounces of club soda, chilled 6 Strawberries, hulls on 4/5 Quart of champagne (1 bottle, chilled)   During the Christmas holidays, there's always room for another festive punch. Keep this away from the children, though. v