Artisanal champagnes
When you think of champagne, often it's a few big names that come to mind. Yet there are over a thousand producers of champagne - most of which are passionate creators of smaller, but varied and exciting, releases. These artisanal producers are where we see are seeing many champagne innovations.
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De Sousa
De Sousa Tradition
Brut
NV
Avize
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Club Price $84.55 (?)
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To finish this has a dosage of 7 grams per litre and is a blend of 50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir and 10% Pinot Meunier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have just seen the tip of the iceberg with this producer as they make very exciting champagnes, more to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe De Sousa family are based in the Grand Cru village of Avize in the Côte Des Blancs. Father and Vigneron Erick De Sousa has a Portuguese background and practices Biodynamic viticulture. The family runs just over 9 hectares, most of which in Avize but also in the Montagne de Reims and Ambonnay, also a small vineyard in the Marne Valley - Mardeuil. 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To finish this has a dosage of 7 grams per litre and is a blend of 50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir and 10% Pinot Meunier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou have just seen the tip of the iceberg with this producer as they make very exciting champagnes, more to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe De Sousa family are based in the Grand Cru village of Avize in the Côte Des Blancs. Father and Vigneron Erick De Sousa has a Portuguese background and practices Biodynamic viticulture. The family runs just over 9 hectares, most of which in Avize but also in the Montagne de Reims and Ambonnay, also a small vineyard in the Marne Valley - Mardeuil. The main characteristics of De Sousa Champagne are; *'Vieilles Vignes' or old-vine viticulture. *The vineyards are ploughed traditionally by horse and some of the oldest vines go back to the early 1930's. *Full malolactic fermentation. *Extended lees ageing. *Ageing of reserve wines in barrel. Ericks' winemaking philosophy supports later ripening which allows the vines to benefit from the mineral-rich soils. This interaction enables the champagne to develop a palate profile that has abundance and purity and in our view, a remarkable length and finish compared to many other champagnes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is really to be enjoyed as an aperitif or with light foods.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
De Sousa
De Sousa Rosé
Brut Rosé
NV
Avize
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Club Price $103.55 (?)
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This remains unfined and unfiltered so a small deposit may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled: 08 \/ 04 \/ 2015 Disgorged: 15 \/ 06 \/ 16\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmperor\u003c\/strong\u003e is proud to be the exclusive import partner for this exceptional house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe De Sousa family are based in the Grand Cru village of Avize in the Côte Des Blancs. Father and Vigneron Erick De Sousa has a Portuguese background and practices Biodynamic viticulture. The family runs just over 9 hectares, most of which in Avize but also in the Montagne de Reims and Ambonnay, also a small vineyard in the Marne Valley - Mardeuil. 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Larmandier-Bernier
Larmandier-Bernier 'Latitude' Extra Brut
Blanc de Blancs
NV
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Club Price $84.55 (?)
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This best describes their level of accuracy and just getting it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“These wines from Pierre and Sophie Larmandier are exceptional in every way. Larmandier practices a non-interventionalist philosophy in the vineyards with an emphasis on low yields. A similar approach is taken in the cellar, where the wines are fermented with natural yeasts and bottled with low or no dosage in order to exalt the qualities of the sites the estate works with. The Larmandier-Bernier Champagnes are some of the purest and most utterly engaging wines being made in the region today. I can’t recommend them highly enough.”\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAntonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePair this with kingfish ceviche, finger lime with small measures of soy, olive oil and radish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-08T12:15:50+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-08T12:19:54+10:00","vendor":"Larmandier-Bernier","type":"Blanc de Blancs","tags":["35% reserve wine","barrel-fermentation","barrel-maturation","Base vintage: 2012","Biodynamic","Biodynamic producer","Blanc de blancs","chardonnay-dominant","Easy-drinking","Edited For You","Extra Brut","gift guide","Grower","Low Dosage","No Filtration","No Fining","Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Biodynamic","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Mineral","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":8999,"price_min":8999,"price_max":8999,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":738575581212,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"L_BERN_LATITUDE_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3753648488557,"product_id":63577161756,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-26T08:38:11+10:00","updated_at":"2018-07-26T08:38:11+10:00","alt":null,"width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Larmandier-Bernier-Latitude-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532558291","variant_ids":[738575581212]},"available":false,"name":"Larmandier-Bernier 'Latitude' Extra Brut - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":8999,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Larmandier-Bernier-Latitude-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532558291"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Larmandier-Bernier-Latitude-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532558291","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is citrus peel on the nose, pure mineral expression with some lime leaf. 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A similar approach is taken in the cellar, where the wines are fermented with natural yeasts and bottled with low or no dosage in order to exalt the qualities of the sites the estate works with. The Larmandier-Bernier Champagnes are some of the purest and most utterly engaging wines being made in the region today. I can’t recommend them highly enough.”\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eAntonio Galloni, The Wine Advocate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePair this with kingfish ceviche, finger lime with small measures of soy, olive oil and radish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Bonnet-Ponson
Bonnet-Ponson Premier Cru
Extra Brut
NV
Chamery
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Club Price $79.80 (?)
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The winemaker Cyril uses 40% reserve wines from perpetual blending which adds layers of rich and decadent flavour. the rest of the wine is sourced from the 2012 harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAged: 4 years in the cellar \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOrganically made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDosage: 3 g\/l \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDisgorged: 31\/01\/2018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom father to son since 1862, Champagne Bonnet-Ponson has perpetuated the art of champagne making in the Montagne de Reims region for more than 150 years. The current winemaker, Cyril Bonnet farms the 10.5 hectares organically and only produce champagne from their fruit so they are a Recoltant-manipulant. A key focus of the house is long ageing with their signature wine the 'Extra Brut' being aged for a minimum of 4 years. Their vineyards are located across the Premier Cru sites of Chamery, Vrigny and Coulommes la montagne\u003c\/span\u003e and the Grand Cru site of Verzenay where they make a 100% vintage Blanc de Noirs named after Cyril's great, great grandfather, Jules Bonnet. The house makes an exciting range of grower champagne with focus on Terroir (vineyard specific) and use low dosage and low use of sulphur, with the most recent release 'Seconde Nature' being a Zero sulphur wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRecommended by the house, an ideal suggestion would be Escargots with chive cream, apple puree and chaource cheese. 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It draws its identity from the calcareous clay and sandy terroirs of the “petite montagne”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOn the nose you have the presence of stone fruit, particularly white peach and citrus fuse with toasted nuts and ripe mirabelle plum. We love the freshness upfront with a warm, developing richness on the palate, which show the use of excellent reserve wines. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis is a blend of 40% pinot noir, 30% pinot meunier and 30% chardonnay all of which is sourced from premier cru vineyards. The winemaker Cyril uses 40% reserve wines from perpetual blending which adds layers of rich and decadent flavour. the rest of the wine is sourced from the 2012 harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAged: 4 years in the cellar \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOrganically made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDosage: 3 g\/l \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDisgorged: 31\/01\/2018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom father to son since 1862, Champagne Bonnet-Ponson has perpetuated the art of champagne making in the Montagne de Reims region for more than 150 years. The current winemaker, Cyril Bonnet farms the 10.5 hectares organically and only produce champagne from their fruit so they are a Recoltant-manipulant. A key focus of the house is long ageing with their signature wine the 'Extra Brut' being aged for a minimum of 4 years. Their vineyards are located across the Premier Cru sites of Chamery, Vrigny and Coulommes la montagne\u003c\/span\u003e and the Grand Cru site of Verzenay where they make a 100% vintage Blanc de Noirs named after Cyril's great, great grandfather, Jules Bonnet. The house makes an exciting range of grower champagne with focus on Terroir (vineyard specific) and use low dosage and low use of sulphur, with the most recent release 'Seconde Nature' being a Zero sulphur wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRecommended by the house, an ideal suggestion would be Escargots with chive cream, apple puree and chaource cheese. Another alternative is a monkfish cooked in papillote (foil) with seasonal vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Vouette et Sorbee
Vouette et Sorbée Fidèle
Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut
Buxieres-Sur-Arce
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Club Price $147.25 (?)
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Made without a scrap of dosage, fermented entirely in oak barrels and bottled at a lower bar of pressure at 4.5 bars, this is a wine first and a champagne second. This is a true connoisseurs champagne and an absolute cracker. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrunchy red apple, red fruit, vinous and vibrant. This is an intriguing cuvee and one every champagne lover must try as part of their journey to become a true connoisseur. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a true connoisseur’s champagne where craftsmanship is key. The vineyards are located in the true south of Champagne in the Cote de Bar and are meticulously governed by cult winemaker Bertrand Gautherot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGautherot, first and foremost makes a wine, the bubbles being incidental to what he is trying to achieve which is a wine that offers a sense of place. Almost all of the cuvees he produces are single vineyard (with the exception of Fidele) and single vintage. The wines have absolutely no dosage and are made at a lower bar of pressure resulting in finer bubbles and powerful vinous cuvees. Gautherots’ vineyards have been certified biodynamic since 1998 and his low yield, high intensity fruit translates to powerful wines that command food. Gautherot who was inspired by Jacques Selosse is one of the true legends of Champagne. These cuvees will provide much discussion at the dinner table so please read our tasting card that will arrive with your champagne before you present this wine to your guests - these wines are not for the feint of heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeef tartare with a truffle paste, parmesan crumble and fresh chives served with an apple waldorf salad. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-05T12:08:10+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-05T12:44:36+10:00","vendor":"Vouette et Sorbee","type":"Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut","tags":["$100-200","Blanc de Noirs","Edited For You","Extra Brut","Georgian Amphora","Grower","Natural Winemaking","No Filtration","Organic","Region: Buxieres-Sur-Arce","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Biodynamic","Taste: Low Bar Pressure","Taste: Mineral","Taste: No Filtration","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Red Fruit","Taste: Vinous","Taste: Wild Fermented","Vouette et Sorbee"],"price":15500,"price_min":15500,"price_max":15500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":556554879004,"title":"Single only","option1":"Single only","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"VOUET_FIDELE","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3660079104109,"product_id":56647548956,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-06T18:03:45+10:00","updated_at":"2018-07-06T18:04:14+10:00","alt":null,"width":540,"height":1029,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vouette-and-sorbee-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1530864254","variant_ids":[556554879004]},"available":true,"name":"Vouette et Sorbée Fidèle - Single only","public_title":"Single only","options":["Single only"],"price":15500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":3,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vouette-and-sorbee-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1530864254"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vouette-and-sorbee-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1530864254","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow we are getting serious. 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This is a true connoisseurs champagne and an absolute cracker. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrunchy red apple, red fruit, vinous and vibrant. This is an intriguing cuvee and one every champagne lover must try as part of their journey to become a true connoisseur. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a true connoisseur’s champagne where craftsmanship is key. The vineyards are located in the true south of Champagne in the Cote de Bar and are meticulously governed by cult winemaker Bertrand Gautherot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGautherot, first and foremost makes a wine, the bubbles being incidental to what he is trying to achieve which is a wine that offers a sense of place. Almost all of the cuvees he produces are single vineyard (with the exception of Fidele) and single vintage. The wines have absolutely no dosage and are made at a lower bar of pressure resulting in finer bubbles and powerful vinous cuvees. Gautherots’ vineyards have been certified biodynamic since 1998 and his low yield, high intensity fruit translates to powerful wines that command food. Gautherot who was inspired by Jacques Selosse is one of the true legends of Champagne. These cuvees will provide much discussion at the dinner table so please read our tasting card that will arrive with your champagne before you present this wine to your guests - these wines are not for the feint of heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeef tartare with a truffle paste, parmesan crumble and fresh chives served with an apple waldorf salad. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
De Sousa
De Sousa Reserve Brut Blanc de Blancs
Blanc de Blancs
NV
Avize
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Club Price $103.55 (?)
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This remains unfined and unfiltered so a small deposit may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled: 27 \/ 07 \/ 2016 Disgorged: 26 \/ 01 \/ 18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmperor is proud to be the import partner for this exceptional house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe De Sousa family are based in the Grand Cru village of Avize in the Côte Des Blancs. Father and Vigneron Erick De Sousa has a Portuguese background and practices Biodynamic viticulture. The family runs just over 9 hectares, most of which in Avize but also in the Montagne de Reims and Ambonnay, also a small vineyard in the Marne Valley - Mardeuil. The main characteristics of De Sousa Champagne are; *'Vieilles Vignes' or old-vine viticulture. *The vineyards are ploughed traditionally by horse and some of the oldest vines go back to the early 1930's. *Full malolactic fermentation. *Extended lees ageing. *Ageing of reserve wines in barrel. Ericks' winemaking philosophy supports later ripening which allows the vines to benefit from the mineral-rich soils. This interaction enables the champagne to develop a palate profile that has abundance and purity and in our view, a remarkable length and finish compared to many other champagnes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny fresh seafood to highlight the mineral dimension in this wine and it's citrus-driven texture. 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This remains unfined and unfiltered so a small deposit may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled: 27 \/ 07 \/ 2016 Disgorged: 26 \/ 01 \/ 18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmperor is proud to be the import partner for this exceptional house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe De Sousa family are based in the Grand Cru village of Avize in the Côte Des Blancs. Father and Vigneron Erick De Sousa has a Portuguese background and practices Biodynamic viticulture. The family runs just over 9 hectares, most of which in Avize but also in the Montagne de Reims and Ambonnay, also a small vineyard in the Marne Valley - Mardeuil. 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Benoit Marguet
Benoit Marguet Shaman Rosé 15
Rosé
NV
Ambonnay
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Club Price $98.80 (?)
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There is so much going on and if you have any issues with sulphur and prefer low or no dosage champagne, you have arrived at a great example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSulphur Free, zero dosage as well as being Vegan and Vegetarian Friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBased in the grand cru village of Ambonnay, Benoit is fifth generation and one of the most exciting natural producers at the moment being certified organic and biodynamic. For example he is one of very few vineyards to plough only using 2 horses since 2010. He sources fruit from Ambonnay, Bouzy and Mailly and uses a very natural approach to fermentation using only wild yeasts. He is also sulphur free and uses small 225 litre oak barriques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny dishes that are spice-rubbed (Pork, Chicken), slightly smoked like Salmon or ham plus roast vegetables like capsicum, sweet potato and the like.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-07-11T16:47:21+10:00","created_at":"2018-12-10T09:44:20+11:00","vendor":"Benoit Marguet","type":"Rosé","tags":["Biodynamic","Biodynamic producer","Extra Brut","Grower","malo-lactic fermenation","Organic","Region: Ambonnay","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Biodynamic Producer","Taste: Earthy","Taste: Organic","Taste: Pinot Noir Dominant","Taste: Raspberry","Taste: Red delicious","Taste: Sulphur Free","Taste: Technical","Taste: Vegan","Taste: Vegetarian Friendly","Taste: wild raspberry","Taste: Wild Strawberry","Taste: Wild Yeasts","Year: NV"],"price":10499,"price_min":10499,"price_max":10499,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":13924812095597,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"MARGUET_SHAMAN_ROSE","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4319650480237,"product_id":1497634963565,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-12-10T09:56:54+11:00","updated_at":"2018-12-10T09:57:19+11:00","alt":"Benoit-Marguet-Shaman-15-rose-emperor-champagne","width":700,"height":675,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Benoit-Marguet-Shaman-15-rose-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1544396239","variant_ids":[13924812095597]},"available":true,"name":"Benoit Marguet Shaman Rosé 15 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":10499,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":4,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Benoit-Marguet-Shaman-15-rose-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1544396239"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Benoit-Marguet-Shaman-15-rose-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1544396239","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Made two-thirds from grand cru Chardonnay, it owes its pretty mid-rose pink to grand cru Pinot Noir. Marguet's main holdings are in Bouzy and Ambonnay. This is a full-bodied 12% wine chock full of flavour in the middle with a hint of rose petals but definitely assertive rather than pretty. I gave it a massive 17.5 out of 20 and was amazed how delicious it still was even two weeks after the bottle had been opened.\" Jancis Robinson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe tend to agree with Ms. Robinson, the wine speaks for itself and you cannot help but be enamoured with the pure ease of flavour and persistence after a few sips. There is so much going on and if you have any issues with sulphur and prefer low or no dosage champagne, you have arrived at a great example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSulphur Free, zero dosage as well as being Vegan and Vegetarian Friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBased in the grand cru village of Ambonnay, Benoit is fifth generation and one of the most exciting natural producers at the moment being certified organic and biodynamic. For example he is one of very few vineyards to plough only using 2 horses since 2010. He sources fruit from Ambonnay, Bouzy and Mailly and uses a very natural approach to fermentation using only wild yeasts. He is also sulphur free and uses small 225 litre oak barriques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny dishes that are spice-rubbed (Pork, Chicken), slightly smoked like Salmon or ham plus roast vegetables like capsicum, sweet potato and the like.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Pierre Gimonnet
Pierre Gimonnet 1er Cru Blanc de Rosé
Brut Rosé
Epernay
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Club Price $94.05 (?)
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One of the most refreshing apéritif rosés this year, serve it like a delicate blanc de blancs, not like a rosé.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e92% chardonnay – 25.5% Chouilly for fruit and elegance, 16.5% Cramant for plumpness, 10% Oger for masculine structure and spicy minerality, 9% Vertus for exotic flavours, 32% Cuis for vivacity and freshness; 8% 2014 and 2013 pinot noir red wine from Bouzy; aged on lees 18–24 months; 6.5g\/L dosage; 13,363 bottles; DIAM closure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e About the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ehe difference between a good wine and an exceptional wine is only a question of very, very small details, but we must focus on every detail all of the time,’ declares Didier Gimonnet, who oversees his family’s glorious estate with his brother, Olivier. The champagnes of Pierre Gimonnet \u0026amp; Fils are intricately assembled by masterful hands exclusively from enviably positioned and painstakingly tended old vines. Every cuvée sings its aspiration of ‘precision, purity and minerality’, each speaking articulately of its place in the northern Côte des Blancs through expressive, chalky minerality, without one molecule of detail out of place. With high-strung tension, crystalline structure and rapier-sharp precision, these are blanc de blancs champagnes charged with an energy that will sustain them long indeed. They represent some of the best-value apéritif champagnes of all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-12-10T10:22:34+11:00","created_at":"2017-09-04T23:32:08+10:00","vendor":"Pierre Gimonnet","type":"Brut Rosé","tags":["artisan","Region: Epernay","Rose","Taste: Cherry","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Red Wine Pinot Noir","Under $100"],"price":9995,"price_min":9995,"price_max":9995,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":543083560988,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"P_GIMONNET_ROSE","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4319665422445,"product_id":54973005852,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-12-10T10:21:15+11:00","updated_at":"2018-12-10T10:21:15+11:00","alt":null,"width":640,"height":640,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pierre-Gimonnet-Fils-Rose-de-Blancs-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1544397675","variant_ids":[543083560988]},"available":true,"name":"Pierre Gimonnet 1er Cru Blanc de Rosé - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":9995,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":3,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"3490920000155"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pierre-Gimonnet-Fils-Rose-de-Blancs-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1544397675"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pierre-Gimonnet-Fils-Rose-de-Blancs-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1544397675","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\"Gimonnet’s cracking and cleverly named rosé is just 8% red wine (not least because it costs him almost €15 a litre to buy) blended with his vintage Gastronome cuvée – his blanc de blancs with the most body. Charged with 50% grand cru chardonnay, the result upholds its mantra of sustaining the mouthfeel, persistence and surging bath-salts chalk minerality of the Côte des Blancs with great accomplishment, touched with the palest salmon pink hue and the lightest reflections of white cherries and strawberry hull. Delightfully restrained and refreshingly tense, it’s more about crystalline precision than flavour. One of the most refreshing apéritif rosés this year, serve it like a delicate blanc de blancs, not like a rosé.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e92% chardonnay – 25.5% Chouilly for fruit and elegance, 16.5% Cramant for plumpness, 10% Oger for masculine structure and spicy minerality, 9% Vertus for exotic flavours, 32% Cuis for vivacity and freshness; 8% 2014 and 2013 pinot noir red wine from Bouzy; aged on lees 18–24 months; 6.5g\/L dosage; 13,363 bottles; DIAM closure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e About the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ehe difference between a good wine and an exceptional wine is only a question of very, very small details, but we must focus on every detail all of the time,’ declares Didier Gimonnet, who oversees his family’s glorious estate with his brother, Olivier. The champagnes of Pierre Gimonnet \u0026amp; Fils are intricately assembled by masterful hands exclusively from enviably positioned and painstakingly tended old vines. Every cuvée sings its aspiration of ‘precision, purity and minerality’, each speaking articulately of its place in the northern Côte des Blancs through expressive, chalky minerality, without one molecule of detail out of place. With high-strung tension, crystalline structure and rapier-sharp precision, these are blanc de blancs champagnes charged with an energy that will sustain them long indeed. They represent some of the best-value apéritif champagnes of all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}
De Sousa
De Sousa 3A (Aÿ, Ambonnay & Avize)
Extra Brut
NV
Avize
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Club Price $132.05 (?)
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The dialogue will be rewarding!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2014 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottled:\u003c\/strong\u003e 08 \/ 04 \/ 15 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisgorged:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 \/ 01 \/ 17 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e--------------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The trend in Champagne is towards keeping parcels separate to increase definition, but De Sousa has boldly co-fermented to created a profoundly seamless union of chardonnay and pinot noir from three of Champagne’s most distinctive villages. The mood of 3A swings dramatically according to its base vintage, and the 2013 season presents quite a contrast to earlier blends.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e Ripe pinot noir leaps from the glass in pink musk stick, red cherry and candied strawberry exuberance, declaring a bold and fruity style. It pulls in line on the finish, thanks to well-defined acidity and a tremendous undercurrent of fine salt chalk minerality, the unifying highlight of De Sousa. The 2012 base, by comparison, is a rich style that declares the depth of Aÿ and Ambonnay pinot noir in plum and black cherry fruit, with the expansive mood of oak fermentation expressed in mixed spice, dark fruit cake and dark chocolate. The minerality of Avize triumphs, fine, tense and chalk-rich.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe De Sousa family are based in the Grand Cru village of Avize in the Côte Des Blancs. Father and Vigneron Erick De Sousa has a Portuguese background and practices Biodynamic viticulture. The family runs just over 9 hectares, most of which in Avize but also in the Montagne de Reims and Ambonnay, also a small vineyard in the Marne Valley - Mardeuil. The main characteristics of De Sousa Champagne are; *'Vieilles Vignes' or old-vine viticulture. *The vineyards are ploughed traditionally by horse and some of the oldest vines go back to the early 1930's. *Full malolactic fermentation. *Extended lees ageing. *Ageing of reserve wines in barrel. Ericks' winemaking philosophy supports later ripening which allows the vines to benefit from the mineral-rich soils. This interaction enables the champagne to develop a palate profile that has abundance and purity and in our view, a remarkable length and finish compared to many other champagnes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a wine that has this sort of power, vinosity and energy, you play in many different arenas of flavour. We love Mexican and think that this could handle and Chicken Mole Poblano with Green Coriander rice. We love this dark, sweet and spicy South American stew with dried ancho chillies, ground nuts and chocolate. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-07-31T17:49:50+10:00","created_at":"2018-07-25T16:13:45+10:00","vendor":"De Sousa","type":"Extra Brut","tags":["Biodynamic","Co-Fermented","Exclusive","Extra Brut","Grower","Kyri's Selection","Organic","Region: Avize","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Biodynamic","Taste: Black Cherry","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Plum","Taste: Spice","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Strawberry","Taste: Yellow Fruit","Year: NV"],"price":13999,"price_min":13999,"price_max":13999,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":12519432650861,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DE_SOUSA_3A","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3774144381037,"product_id":1375720570989,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-30T20:50:03+10:00","updated_at":"2018-11-02T11:30:28+11:00","alt":"De-Sousa-3A-Brut-champagne-emperor","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/De-Sousa-Grand-Cru-3A-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1541118628","variant_ids":[12519432650861]},"available":true,"name":"De Sousa 3A (Aÿ, Ambonnay \u0026 Avize) - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":13999,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":41,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/De-Sousa-Grand-Cru-3A-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1541118628"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/De-Sousa-Grand-Cru-3A-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1541118628","options":["Please select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eWe are proud to have this wine in our midst. 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The dialogue will be rewarding!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2014 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottled:\u003c\/strong\u003e 08 \/ 04 \/ 15 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisgorged:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 \/ 01 \/ 17 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e--------------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The trend in Champagne is towards keeping parcels separate to increase definition, but De Sousa has boldly co-fermented to created a profoundly seamless union of chardonnay and pinot noir from three of Champagne’s most distinctive villages. 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The minerality of Avize triumphs, fine, tense and chalk-rich.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe De Sousa family are based in the Grand Cru village of Avize in the Côte Des Blancs. Father and Vigneron Erick De Sousa has a Portuguese background and practices Biodynamic viticulture. The family runs just over 9 hectares, most of which in Avize but also in the Montagne de Reims and Ambonnay, also a small vineyard in the Marne Valley - Mardeuil. The main characteristics of De Sousa Champagne are; *'Vieilles Vignes' or old-vine viticulture. *The vineyards are ploughed traditionally by horse and some of the oldest vines go back to the early 1930's. *Full malolactic fermentation. *Extended lees ageing. *Ageing of reserve wines in barrel. Ericks' winemaking philosophy supports later ripening which allows the vines to benefit from the mineral-rich soils. This interaction enables the champagne to develop a palate profile that has abundance and purity and in our view, a remarkable length and finish compared to many other champagnes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a wine that has this sort of power, vinosity and energy, you play in many different arenas of flavour. We love Mexican and think that this could handle and Chicken Mole Poblano with Green Coriander rice. We love this dark, sweet and spicy South American stew with dried ancho chillies, ground nuts and chocolate. \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Pierre Paillard
Pierre Paillard 'Les Parcelles' XIV
Extra Brut
Bouzy
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Club Price $90.25 (?)
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Slick new labels are just a hint to the progressive minds of these new generation wine makers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wines zoom in on the Bouzy terroir that their vineyards are planted in (yes this is really a Champagne village!). This is a grand cru region famed for big bold pinot noir grapes with power and drive and it presents in most wines created by the maison but the wines are not tempered by dosage. Under the careful watch of father Pierre Paillard, the champagnes from this family owned estate are direct and straight from vine to wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paillard family owns 60%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir and 40%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echardonnay grapes, blending\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir oriented\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echampagnes and only utilising the ‘noble grape’ varieties.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a staunchly organic and natural approach to their wine making, these are connoisseur’s wines and are strictly on allocation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry a brioche and cheese pastry such as gougere or a simple charcuterie and tapenade.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-19T12:05:43+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-19T12:06:55+10:00","vendor":"Pierre Paillard","type":"Extra Brut","tags":["Base vintage: 2012","Extra Brut","Family Owned","Grower","healthy champagne","Region: Bouzy","Sustainable","Sustainable Viticulture","Taste: Almond","Taste: Base Wine 2010","Taste: Biscotti","Taste: Extra Brut","Taste: Fig","Taste: Full-bodied","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Nectarine","Taste: Rich","Taste: Spice","Taste: Sustainable Viticulture","valentine"],"price":9500,"price_min":9500,"price_max":9500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":1020811837468,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"P_PAILLARD_PARCELLES_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Pierre Paillard 'Les Parcelles' XIV - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":9500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-les-parcelles-bouzy-grand-cru-2014-empero-champagne.jpeg?v=1568606077"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-les-parcelles-bouzy-grand-cru-2014-empero-champagne.jpeg?v=1568606077","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eComing from 22 different vineyard cru's in Bouzy, aptly named 'Les Parcelles' is a great expression of the terroir from this village. There is generous aromas of fig, spice, biscotti and almond. After a few moments in the glass yellow fruits, like nectarine introducing some balance to the toasty and rich notes of this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose follows through on to the palate with body and richness yet liveliness from the acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelcome to the new generation of the family grower. Brothers, Quinton and Antoine Paillard add a cool factor to champagne and are doing a great job. Slick new labels are just a hint to the progressive minds of these new generation wine makers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wines zoom in on the Bouzy terroir that their vineyards are planted in (yes this is really a Champagne village!). This is a grand cru region famed for big bold pinot noir grapes with power and drive and it presents in most wines created by the maison but the wines are not tempered by dosage. Under the careful watch of father Pierre Paillard, the champagnes from this family owned estate are direct and straight from vine to wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paillard family owns 60%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir and 40%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echardonnay grapes, blending\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir oriented\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echampagnes and only utilising the ‘noble grape’ varieties.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a staunchly organic and natural approach to their wine making, these are connoisseur’s wines and are strictly on allocation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry a brioche and cheese pastry such as gougere or a simple charcuterie and tapenade.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Dehours & Fils
Dehours & Fils Grande Reserve
Brut
NV
Mareuil-le-Port
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Club Price $71.25 (?)
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Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is on the richer style of champagne, you could experiment with the smaller, creamy Oysters and serve as an aperitif or it could also work well with some chargrilled beef, or slow-cooked lamb (which becomes tender and sweeter in texture) with lemon preserve to pick up those citrus notes in the wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-12-18T11:51:26+11:00","created_at":"2017-11-30T14:53:21+11:00","vendor":"Dehours \u0026 Fils","type":"Brut","tags":["Brut","Grower","New Arrival","Region: Mareuil-le-Port","Sustainable","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Lemon Zest","Taste: Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Orange Peel","Taste: Pinot Meunier","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Solera","Taste: Spice","Taste: Williams Pear","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":7500,"price_min":7500,"price_max":7500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":8499,"compare_at_price_min":8499,"compare_at_price_max":8499,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":6027919753244,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DEHOUR_GRAND_RES_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586894631021,"product_id":454428229660,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T20:45:13+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T20:45:34+10:00","alt":"Dehours And Fils Grande Reserve Brut NV Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430734","variant_ids":[6027919753244]},"available":true,"name":"Dehours \u0026 Fils Grande Reserve - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":7500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":8499,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430734"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430734","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are into champagne or wines in fact that are mouth-filling, rich and speaks of it's origins then may we present to you, the 'Grande Reserve' from Jerome Dehours. It has 60% Pinot Meunier 30% Chardonnay 10% Pinot Noir with 26% Réserve wine from a Solera started in 1998.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect lifted citrus notes of orange peel and lemon rind with fleshy williams pear and yellow stone fruit; apricot. The palate flows on with these flavours with the addition of some spice and defined mineral edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite it's richness and bold character, there is plenty of refreshing acidity and minerality that carries through the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe adventurous and try something new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited to introduce this all-new producer to Australia. The Dehours’ Estate makes wines from the family vineyards, following methods of production that respect biodiversity and maximise terroir expression. An example would be, working the soil and allowing grass to grow between the vines. The wines are aged on lees and clarified by natural settling without filtration or fining. Producer Jerome Dehours is a member of the 'Les Artisans du Champagne', which brings together high quality, mostly single estate champagne producers for an annual tasting. Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is on the richer style of champagne, you could experiment with the smaller, creamy Oysters and serve as an aperitif or it could also work well with some chargrilled beef, or slow-cooked lamb (which becomes tender and sweeter in texture) with lemon preserve to pick up those citrus notes in the wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
De Sousa
De Sousa Mycorhize Grand Cru
Blanc de Blancs
NV
Avize
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Club Price $133.00 (?)
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By only ploughing these vineyards by horse, the theory is that soil compaction is reduced and hence the roots achieve greater penetration, while increased mycorhize enhances mineral character. The wine dramatically exemplifies the science as the mineral, saline, iodine definition of Avize is accentuated in De Sousa’s exacting regime. So pronounced is its salty, oyster shell presence that it is impossible to miss, even on the bouquet.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe De Sousa family are based in the Grand Cru village of Avize in the Côte Des Blancs. Father and Vigneron Erick De Sousa has a Portuguese background and practices Biodynamic viticulture. The family runs just over 9 hectares, most of which in Avize but also in the Montagne de Reims and Ambonnay, also a small vineyard in the Marne Valley - Mardeuil. The main characteristics of De Sousa Champagne are; *'Vieilles Vignes' or old-vine viticulture. *The vineyards are ploughed traditionally by horse and some of the oldest vines go back to the early 1930's. *Full malolactic fermentation. *Extended lees ageing. *Ageing of reserve wines in barrel. Ericks' winemaking philosophy supports later ripening which allows the vines to benefit from the mineral-rich soils. This interaction enables the champagne to develop a palate profile that has abundance and purity and in our view, a remarkable length and finish compared to many other champagnes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave this with Poached Turbot in a creamy white sauce and steamed broccolini, silverbeet or other clean greens. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-07-30T20:42:31+10:00","created_at":"2018-07-25T16:14:01+10:00","vendor":"De Sousa","type":"Blanc de Blancs","tags":["$100-200","Biodynamic","Brut","chardonnay-dominant","Exclusive","Extra Brut","Grower","New Arrival","Organic","Rare Collection","Region: Avize","Taste: Almond","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Biodynamic","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Creamy","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Grand Cru Fruit","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Saline","Taste: Savoury","Taste: Toasty","Taste: Yellow Fruit","Varieties: Chardonnay","Year: NV"],"price":14000,"price_min":14000,"price_max":14000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":12519433273453,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DE_SOUSA_MYCORHIZE","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3774027268205,"product_id":1375720669293,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-30T20:22:56+10:00","updated_at":"2018-07-30T20:22:56+10:00","alt":null,"width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/De-Sousa-Mycorhize-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532946176","variant_ids":[12519433273453]},"available":true,"name":"De Sousa Mycorhize Grand Cru - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":14000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/De-Sousa-Mycorhize-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532946176"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/De-Sousa-Mycorhize-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532946176","options":["Please select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eIf you enjoy champagne produced using older, more mature vines that display intensity of flavour and mineral expression, then you have landed in the right place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eErick De Sousa sources the chardonnay from his excellent plots in Avize and Oger and lets them ferment naturally. The wine undergoes fermentation and ageing entirely in barrique. The result is play of mineral-salinity with toasted notes and ripe yellow fruit. After a few moments in the glass and it reveals a savoury, mealy and creamy complexity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"\u003c\/b\u003eMycorhize is a fungus that metabolises the soil and helps plant roots to ingest minerality. By only ploughing these vineyards by horse, the theory is that soil compaction is reduced and hence the roots achieve greater penetration, while increased mycorhize enhances mineral character. The wine dramatically exemplifies the science as the mineral, saline, iodine definition of Avize is accentuated in De Sousa’s exacting regime. So pronounced is its salty, oyster shell presence that it is impossible to miss, even on the bouquet.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe De Sousa family are based in the Grand Cru village of Avize in the Côte Des Blancs. Father and Vigneron Erick De Sousa has a Portuguese background and practices Biodynamic viticulture. The family runs just over 9 hectares, most of which in Avize but also in the Montagne de Reims and Ambonnay, also a small vineyard in the Marne Valley - Mardeuil. The main characteristics of De Sousa Champagne are; *'Vieilles Vignes' or old-vine viticulture. *The vineyards are ploughed traditionally by horse and some of the oldest vines go back to the early 1930's. *Full malolactic fermentation. *Extended lees ageing. *Ageing of reserve wines in barrel. Ericks' winemaking philosophy supports later ripening which allows the vines to benefit from the mineral-rich soils. This interaction enables the champagne to develop a palate profile that has abundance and purity and in our view, a remarkable length and finish compared to many other champagnes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave this with Poached Turbot in a creamy white sauce and steamed broccolini, silverbeet or other clean greens. \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Egly Ouriet
Egly-Ouriet Tradition Grand Cru
Brut
Ambonnay
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Club Price $170.05 (?)
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Vinous \u0026amp; powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 70\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintages: 2013 (50%), 2012 (20%), 2011 (20%) \u0026amp; 2010 (10%)\u003c\/span\u003e; wild fermented; 50% vinified and aged in oak barrel; aged 52 months on lees; 3–4g\/L dosage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are few growers in champagne with the attention to detail and unashamed passion for producing wines of distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEgly-Ouriet (pronounced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eEgg-lee Ou-ri-yay\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e is based in the grand cru village of Ambonnay, famed for its pinot noir fruit. It is run by the skillful, Francis Egly who practices biodynamic and organic principals in his vineyards which span, Bouzy and Verzenay. Francis makes up a handful of highly talented and terroir-driven producers along with the likes of Anselme Selosse, Larmandier-Bernier and Vouette et Sorbée. These are wines first and he produces deep, powerful and intense styles of champagne. His minimum ageing is around 48-60 months (as declared on his informative back label) for his non-vintage wines, allowing time to express the inner strength and purity. If you’ve never heard of Egly-Ouriet before, you are in for a treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Few producers can equal Francis Egly in skill and experience, and larger houses cannot hope to emulate the cultivation norms…” Michel Bettane, The World's Greatest Wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a non-vintage cuvee with layers of complexity and oomph. It will enhance many number of dishes but one of our favourite pairings is veal scaloppini with wild mushrooms. 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There are baked notes of strawberry (indicating well-ripened fruit) with cremé caramel and coconut. The palate comes right into focus with a juicy core of acidity surrounded by poached pear, spice, red apple and hazelnut. Deft use of oak, which presents a roundness in the wine and adds balance, spice and complexity. Vinous \u0026amp; powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 70\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVintages: 2013 (50%), 2012 (20%), 2011 (20%) \u0026amp; 2010 (10%)\u003c\/span\u003e; wild fermented; 50% vinified and aged in oak barrel; aged 52 months on lees; 3–4g\/L dosage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are few growers in champagne with the attention to detail and unashamed passion for producing wines of distinction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEgly-Ouriet (pronounced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eEgg-lee Ou-ri-yay\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e is based in the grand cru village of Ambonnay, famed for its pinot noir fruit. It is run by the skillful, Francis Egly who practices biodynamic and organic principals in his vineyards which span, Bouzy and Verzenay. Francis makes up a handful of highly talented and terroir-driven producers along with the likes of Anselme Selosse, Larmandier-Bernier and Vouette et Sorbée. These are wines first and he produces deep, powerful and intense styles of champagne. His minimum ageing is around 48-60 months (as declared on his informative back label) for his non-vintage wines, allowing time to express the inner strength and purity. If you’ve never heard of Egly-Ouriet before, you are in for a treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Few producers can equal Francis Egly in skill and experience, and larger houses cannot hope to emulate the cultivation norms…” Michel Bettane, The World's Greatest Wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a non-vintage cuvee with layers of complexity and oomph. It will enhance many number of dishes but one of our favourite pairings is veal scaloppini with wild mushrooms. Serve with a polenta mash and slices of lightly cooked zucchini. \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Egly Ouriet
Egly-Ouriet 'Vignes de Vrigny' Premier Cru
Blanc de Meunier Extra Brut
Ambonnay
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Club Price $136.80 (?)
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Bonnet-Ponson
Bonnet-Ponson Seconde Nature (Sulphur Free)
Extra Brut
NV
Chamery
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Club Price $98.80 (?)
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A key focus of the house is long ageing with their signature wine the 'Extra Brut' being aged for a minimum of 4 years. Their vineyards are located across the Premier Cru sites of Chamery, Vrigny and Coulommes la montagne\u003c\/span\u003e and the Grand Cru site of Verzenay where they make a 100% vintage Blanc de Noirs named after Cyril's great, great grandfather, Jules Bonnet. 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The winemaker Cyril uses 40% reserve wines from perpetual blending which adds layers of rich and decadent flavour. the rest of the wine is sourced from the 2012 harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAged: 4 years in the cellar \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOrganically made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDosage: 0 g\/l \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSulphur 0 g\/l\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eDisgorged: 31\/01\/2018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom father to son since 1862, Champagne Bonnet-Ponson has perpetuated the art of champagne making in the Montagne de Reims region for more than 150 years. The current winemaker, Cyril Bonnet farms the 10.5 hectares organically and only produce champagne from their fruit so they are a Recoltant-manipulant. 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Dehours & Fils
Dehours & Fils Les Vignes de la Vallée
Brut
NV
Mareuil-le-Port
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Club Price $87.40 (?)
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Like the Grande Reserve, this has 22% reserve wine from a Solera started by Jerome in 1998 and has aged for 4 years on lees. This has great minerality as do all the wines from this producer but in comparison to the Grande reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the aroma and palate exhibit notes of warm butter on fresh toast with the addition of young almonds, honeycomb and fresh fig.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited to introduce this all-new producer to Australia. The Dehours’ Estate makes wines from the family vineyards, following methods of production that respect biodiversity and maximise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e terroir expression. An example would be, working the soil and allowing grass to grow between the vines. The wines are aged on lees and clarified by natural settling without filtration or fining. Producer Jerome Dehours is a member of the 'Les Artisans du Champagne', which brings together high quality, mostly single estate champagne producers for an annual tasting. Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the foodies out there have heard of Iberico Ham from Spain. The pigs are fed a diet of acorns to develop rich, oily, nutty flavours in the meat. Jerome suggests one better than that which is Jabogo Ham and is arguably the most expensive Ham in the world. Other likely food friends are Foie Gras (in a Patê form that has been seasoned with some port or black pepper), Russian Oscietra Caviar, Mature Comte Cheese and perhaps a truffled pasta dish. Take your pick and treat yourself. \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Pierre Gimonnet
Pierre Gimonnet '1er Cru Cuis'
Blanc de Blancs
NV
Cuis
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Club Price $75.05 (?)
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It’s signature Cuis, classic Gimonnet and fantastic-value champagne.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e100% Cuis chardonnay; 70% 2013, 6% 2012, 9% 2011, 10% 2010, 5% 2009; reserve wines are the previous year’s blend, stored in magnums; full malolactic fermentation; aged on lees 24–30 months; 6.5g\/L dosage; 146,700 bottles; DIAM closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe difference between a good wine and an exceptional wine is only a question of very, very small details, but we must focus on every detail all of the time,’ declares Didier Gimonnet, who oversees his family’s glorious estate with his brother, Olivier. The champagnes of Pierre Gimonnet \u0026amp; Fils are intricately assembled by masterful hands exclusively from enviably positioned and painstakingly tended old vines. Every cuvée sings its aspiration of ‘precision, purity and minerality’, each speaking articulately of its place in the northern Côte des Blancs through expressive, chalky minerality, without one molecule of detail out of place. With high-strung tension, crystalline structure and rapier-sharp precision, these are blanc de blancs champagnes charged with an energy that will sustain them long indeed. They represent some of the best-value apéritif champagnes of all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteamed and or grilled seafood, with herbs and fresh lemon juice.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-12-10T10:22:34+11:00","created_at":"2018-12-10T10:43:30+11:00","vendor":"Pierre Gimonnet","type":"Blanc de Blancs","tags":["Brut","Grower","Region: Cuis","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Grapefruit","Taste: Lemon","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":7995,"price_min":7995,"price_max":7995,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":8999,"compare_at_price_min":8999,"compare_at_price_max":8999,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":13924840505453,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"P_GIMONNET_1ER_CRU","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4319695143021,"product_id":1497645121645,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-12-10T11:07:39+11:00","updated_at":"2018-12-10T11:08:23+11:00","alt":"pierre_gimonnet_cuis_1er_cru_blanc_des_blancs_emperor-champagne","width":680,"height":1024,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre_gimonnet_cuis_1er_cru_blanc_des_blancs_emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1544400503","variant_ids":[13924840505453]},"available":false,"name":"Pierre Gimonnet '1er Cru Cuis' - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":7995,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":8999,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"3490920000117"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre_gimonnet_cuis_1er_cru_blanc_des_blancs_emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1544400503"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre_gimonnet_cuis_1er_cru_blanc_des_blancs_emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1544400503","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf you enjoy super clean and fresh champagne without all the honey, toasty exotics then you may have found a truly brilliant example of no fuss champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\"Gimonnet’s Cuis is the quintessential apéritif, and one of the most pristine champagnes for its price. Freshness and purity of lemon and crunchy nashi pear sing with primary vibrancy, pinpoint accuracy and Gimonnet precision. Bottle age has built seamless texture without yet contributing secondary complexity. The fine salt chalk minerality of the village is energised by crystalline acidity. It’s signature Cuis, classic Gimonnet and fantastic-value champagne.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e100% Cuis chardonnay; 70% 2013, 6% 2012, 9% 2011, 10% 2010, 5% 2009; reserve wines are the previous year’s blend, stored in magnums; full malolactic fermentation; aged on lees 24–30 months; 6.5g\/L dosage; 146,700 bottles; DIAM closure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe difference between a good wine and an exceptional wine is only a question of very, very small details, but we must focus on every detail all of the time,’ declares Didier Gimonnet, who oversees his family’s glorious estate with his brother, Olivier. The champagnes of Pierre Gimonnet \u0026amp; Fils are intricately assembled by masterful hands exclusively from enviably positioned and painstakingly tended old vines. Every cuvée sings its aspiration of ‘precision, purity and minerality’, each speaking articulately of its place in the northern Côte des Blancs through expressive, chalky minerality, without one molecule of detail out of place. With high-strung tension, crystalline structure and rapier-sharp precision, these are blanc de blancs champagnes charged with an energy that will sustain them long indeed. They represent some of the best-value apéritif champagnes of all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSteamed and or grilled seafood, with herbs and fresh lemon juice.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Pierre Paillard
Pierre Paillard 'Les Terres Roses' Bouzy Grand Cru XIII
Rosé Extra Brut
Bouzy
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Club Price $98.80 (?)
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Delivers a clean, minerally finish.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlison Napjus - Wine Spectator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelcome to the new generation of the family grower. Brothers, Quinton and Antoine Paillard add a cool factor to champagne and are doing a great job. Slick new labels are just a hint to the progressive minds of these new generation wine makers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wines zoom in on the Bouzy terroir that their vineyards are planted in (yes this is really a Champagne village!). This is a grand cru region famed for big bold pinot noir grapes with power and drive and it presents in most wines created by the maison but the wines are not tempered by dosage. Under the careful watch of father Pierre Paillard, the champagnes from this family owned estate are direct and straight from vine to wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paillard family owns 60%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir and 40%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echardonnay grapes, blending\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir oriented\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echampagnes and only utilising the ‘noble grape’ varieties.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a staunchly organic and natural approach to their wine making, these are connoisseur’s wines and are strictly on allocation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs suggested by the house, scampi and lobster are a good fit, along with Japanese style dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-19T12:24:52+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-19T12:26:38+10:00","vendor":"Pierre Paillard","type":"Rosé Extra Brut","tags":["Extra Brut","Grower","Region: Bouzy","Rose","Sustainable","Sustainable Viticulture","Taste: Biscuit","Taste: Black Raspberyy","Taste: Bright Acids","Taste: Cherry","Taste: Extra Brut","Taste: Ginger","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Kirsch","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pinot Noir Red WIne","Taste: Sustainable Viticulture"],"price":10499,"price_min":10499,"price_max":10499,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":1021212721180,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"P_PAILLARD_ROSE_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3744126238829,"product_id":105217228828,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-24T16:18:45+10:00","updated_at":"2018-07-24T16:18:45+10:00","alt":null,"width":1200,"height":2175,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pierre-Paillard-Les-Terres-Roses-XIII-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1532413125","variant_ids":[1021212721180]},"available":true,"name":"Pierre Paillard 'Les Terres Roses' Bouzy Grand Cru XIII - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":10499,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pierre-Paillard-Les-Terres-Roses-XIII-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1532413125"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pierre-Paillard-Les-Terres-Roses-XIII-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1532413125","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The partridge-eye coloured Bouzy Grand Cru Rosé Les Terres Roses 'XIII' is a 2013 assemblage of 65% chardonnay and 35% pinot noir, of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhich 7% is added as red wine. 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Delivers a clean, minerally finish.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlison Napjus - Wine Spectator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelcome to the new generation of the family grower. Brothers, Quinton and Antoine Paillard add a cool factor to champagne and are doing a great job. Slick new labels are just a hint to the progressive minds of these new generation wine makers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wines zoom in on the Bouzy terroir that their vineyards are planted in (yes this is really a Champagne village!). This is a grand cru region famed for big bold pinot noir grapes with power and drive and it presents in most wines created by the maison but the wines are not tempered by dosage. Under the careful watch of father Pierre Paillard, the champagnes from this family owned estate are direct and straight from vine to wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paillard family owns 60%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir and 40%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echardonnay grapes, blending\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir oriented\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echampagnes and only utilising the ‘noble grape’ varieties.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a staunchly organic and natural approach to their wine making, these are connoisseur’s wines and are strictly on allocation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs suggested by the house, scampi and lobster are a good fit, along with Japanese style dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Dehours & Fils
Dehours & Fils Terre de Meunier
Blanc de Meunier Extra Brut
NV
Mareuil-le-Port
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Club Price $84.55 (?)
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Succumb to the Charm of Meunier, what do you have to lose?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited to introduce this all-new producer to Australia. The Dehours’ Estate makes wines from the family vineyards, following methods of production that respect biodiversity and maximise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e terroir expression. An example would be, working the soil and allowing grass to grow between the vines. The wines are aged on lees and clarified by natural settling without filtration or fining. Producer Jerome Dehours is a member of the 'Les Artisans du Champagne', which brings together high quality, mostly single estate champagne producers for an annual tasting. Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing lighter on it's feet than it's siblings, this would tie in nicely with grilled prawn with fresh lemon juice or a pan-seared white fleshy fish like Barramundi.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-12-18T13:45:39+11:00","created_at":"2017-11-30T15:37:59+11:00","vendor":"Dehours \u0026 Fils","type":"Blanc de Meunier Extra Brut","tags":["Blanc","Blanc de Noirs","Brut","Exclusive","Grower","New Arrival","Region: Mareuil-le-Port","Sustainable","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Citrus Peel","Taste: Fresh","Taste: Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pinot Meunier","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Yellow Fruit","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":8990,"price_min":8990,"price_max":8990,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":6032037675036,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DEHOUR_T_MEUN_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586892927085,"product_id":454581714972,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T20:43:12+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T20:43:34+10:00","alt":"Dehours Et Fils Terre De Meunier Extra Brut Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-et-fils-terre-de-meunier-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430614","variant_ids":[6032037675036]},"available":true,"name":"Dehours \u0026 Fils Terre de Meunier - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":8990,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-et-fils-terre-de-meunier-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430614"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-et-fils-terre-de-meunier-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430614","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eWe are seeing more exciting Meunier dominant wines coming out of champagne and the Dehours estate is carving out immaculate, expressive and mouth-filling examples. This is fresher and lighter than the Grande Reserve in comparison with some yellow fruit, citrus peel, red apple and juicy acidity to keep the mouth alive. There is a small addition of reserve wine, it is aged in the cellar in barrel for about 20 months and in bottle for a further 18-30 months. The shorter time on lees, leaves for a fresher, lighter style of wine and with the low addition of only 2 g\/l of sugar, this makes for a lifted and clean style. Succumb to the Charm of Meunier, what do you have to lose?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited to introduce this all-new producer to Australia. The Dehours’ Estate makes wines from the family vineyards, following methods of production that respect biodiversity and maximise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e terroir expression. An example would be, working the soil and allowing grass to grow between the vines. The wines are aged on lees and clarified by natural settling without filtration or fining. Producer Jerome Dehours is a member of the 'Les Artisans du Champagne', which brings together high quality, mostly single estate champagne producers for an annual tasting. Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing lighter on it's feet than it's siblings, this would tie in nicely with grilled prawn with fresh lemon juice or a pan-seared white fleshy fish like Barramundi.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Egly Ouriet
Egly-Ouriet Ratafia de Champagne
Ratafia
Ambonnay
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These are wines first and he produces deep, powerful and intense styles of champagne. His minimum ageing is around 48-60 months (as declared on his informative back label) for his non-vintage wines, allowing time to express the inner strength and purity. If you’ve never heard of Egly-Ouriet before, you are in for a treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Few producers can equal Francis Egly in skill and experience, and larger houses cannot hope to emulate the cultivation norms…” Michel Bettane, The World's Greatest Wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent quality chocolate, the ones with gooey ganache, praline and coffee. 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It is run by the skillful, Francis Egly who practices biodynamic and organic principals in his vineyards which span, Bouzy and Verzenay. Francis makes up a handful of highly talented and terroir-driven producers along with the likes of Anselme Selosse, Larmandier-Bernier and Vouette et Sorbée. These are wines first and he produces deep, powerful and intense styles of champagne. His minimum ageing is around 48-60 months (as declared on his informative back label) for his non-vintage wines, allowing time to express the inner strength and purity. If you’ve never heard of Egly-Ouriet before, you are in for a treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Few producers can equal Francis Egly in skill and experience, and larger houses cannot hope to emulate the cultivation norms…” Michel Bettane, The World's Greatest Wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExcellent quality chocolate, the ones with gooey ganache, praline and coffee. 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Vouette et Sorbee
Vouette et Sorbée Blanc d'Argile
Blanc de Blancs
Buxieres-Sur-Arce
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Club Price $166.25 (?)
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The vineyards are located in the true south of Champagne in the Cote de Bar and are meticulously governed by cult winemaker Bertrand Gautherot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGautherot, first and foremost makes a wine, the bubbles being incidental to what he is trying to achieve which is a wine that offers a sense of place. Almost all of the cuvees he produces are single vineyard (with the exception of Fidele) and single vintage. The wines have absolutely no dosage and are made at a lower bar of pressure resulting in finer bubbles and powerful vinous cuvees. Gautherots’ vineyards have been certified biodynamic since 1998 and his low yield, high intensity fruit translates to powerful wines that command food. Gautherot who was inspired by Jacques Selosse is one of the true legends of Champagne. These cuvees will provide much discussion at the dinner table so please read our tasting card that will arrive with your champagne before you present this wine to your guests - these wines are not for the feint of heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-05-02T15:31:50+10:00","created_at":"2018-05-02T15:03:18+10:00","vendor":"Vouette et Sorbee","type":"Blanc de Blancs","tags":["$100-200","Edited For You","Extra Brut","Grower","Natural Winemaking","No Filtration","Organic","Region: Buxieres-Sur-Arce","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Biodynamic","Taste: Low Bar Pressure","Taste: Mineral","Taste: No Filtration","Taste: Nougat","Taste: Nut","Taste: Wild Fermented","Taste: Yellow Fruit","Vouette et Sorbee"],"price":17500,"price_min":17500,"price_max":17500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":8638578786413,"title":"Single only","option1":"Single only","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"VOUET_BLANC","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2583253909613,"product_id":751460253805,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-02T15:29:08+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-02T15:29:46+10:00","alt":null,"width":400,"height":575,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vouette-et-sorbee-Blanc-dAgile.jpg?v=1525238986","variant_ids":[8638578786413]},"available":true,"name":"Vouette et Sorbée Blanc d'Argile - Single only","public_title":"Single only","options":["Single only"],"price":17500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":4,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vouette-et-sorbee-Blanc-dAgile.jpg?v=1525238986"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vouette-et-sorbee-Blanc-dAgile.jpg?v=1525238986","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow we are getting serious. 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If you love Grand Cru Chablis and champagne, this is the lovechild of these two wine styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlanc de Argile is sourced\u003c\/span\u003e from a small parcel of Chardonnay in Briaunes supplemented with scattered plantings of Chardonnay in Bertrand’s other lieux-dits. \u003cspan\u003eEstablished in 2000, with massale cuttings from Anselme Selosse and from Dauvissat's Valmur grand cru vineyard, this portion of the vineyard is now the origin of what Antonio Galloni calls \"one of the most beautiful and distinctive wines in Champagne.\" The vines here yield only 15-20 hl\/ha each year - one of the keys to the quality and intensity on offer.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a true connoisseur’s champagne where craftsmanship is key. 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Egly Ouriet
Egly-Ouriet Grand Cru Rosé
Brut Rosé
NV
Ambonnay
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Club Price $241.30 (?)
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All the more profound in the traumatic 2011 season. Chalk minerality underscores \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eevery magnificent moment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is 70% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay with 5% Red wine from Ambonnay. 48 months on lees and only 2 g\/l dosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are few growers in champagne with the attention to detail and unashamed passion for producing wines of distinction. Egly-Ouriet (pronounced \u003cem\u003eEgg-lee Ou-ri-yay\u003c\/em\u003e) is based in the grand cru village of Ambonnay, famed for its pinot noir fruit. It is run by the skillful, Francis Egly who practices biodynamic and organic principals in his vineyards which span, Bouzy and Verzenay. Francis makes up a handful of highly talented and terroir-driven producers along with the likes of Anselme Selosse, Larmandier-Bernier and Vouette et Sorbée. These are wines first and he produces deep, powerful and intense styles of champagne. His minimum ageing is around 48-60 months (as declared on his informative back label) for his non-vintage wines, allowing time to express the inner strength and purity. 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Sensational perfume of rose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehip, red cherry and mixed spice heralds a rosé that sings with the magnificent red-fruits purity of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe village, to a thundering undercurrent of grand complexity of dark fruit cake and spice. Yet at every instant it is light, refreshing and breathtakingly energetic. Francis Egly’s genius is on grand display here in achieving acidity so lively and so focused and yet, at the same time, ripe, full and enticing. All the more profound in the traumatic 2011 season. Chalk minerality underscores \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eevery magnificent moment. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is 70% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay with 5% Red wine from Ambonnay. 48 months on lees and only 2 g\/l dosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are few growers in champagne with the attention to detail and unashamed passion for producing wines of distinction. Egly-Ouriet (pronounced \u003cem\u003eEgg-lee Ou-ri-yay\u003c\/em\u003e) is based in the grand cru village of Ambonnay, famed for its pinot noir fruit. It is run by the skillful, Francis Egly who practices biodynamic and organic principals in his vineyards which span, Bouzy and Verzenay. Francis makes up a handful of highly talented and terroir-driven producers along with the likes of Anselme Selosse, Larmandier-Bernier and Vouette et Sorbée. These are wines first and he produces deep, powerful and intense styles of champagne. His minimum ageing is around 48-60 months (as declared on his informative back label) for his non-vintage wines, allowing time to express the inner strength and purity. If you’ve never heard of Egly-Ouriet before, you are in for a treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Few producers can equal Francis Egly in skill and experience, and larger houses cannot hope to emulate the cultivation norms…” Michel Bettane, The World's Greatest Wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven the breadth, fruit intensity and purity of the acid line, asian flavours would tie in nicely, either with some fragrant spices (not hot) and Sushi. Other pairings would be a classic Prawn Cocktail (Heston has a great recipe) or a Lobster Roll with Kewpie mayonnaise. Finally, a Gravadlax style Salmon cured with dill would pick up those herbal and red berry elements with ease.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Egly Ouriet
Egly-Ouriet Brut Grand Cru Millesime '09
Prestige
2009
Ambonnay
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{"id":540963438620,"title":"Egly-Ouriet Brut Grand Cru Millesime '09","handle":"egly-ouriet-brut-grand-cru-millesime-2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Egly's 2009 Brut Grand Cru Millésime is a 100% Ambonnay blend of Pinot Noir (70%) and Chardonnay (30%). Fermented in Burgundian barrels for eight months and disgorged in April 2018 with two grams of dosage, this cuvée offers a very fine, bright, pure, finessed and elegant bouquet with some toffee flavors. On the palate, this is a lovely round, rich, intense yet pure, refined and elegant, fresh and fruity 2009. It's not heavy or massive at all and isn't very challenging either. It delivers great drinking pleasure and lots of fruit and iodine flavors to your palate, and these do remain. It's a great and really delicious 2009 vintage Champagne that drinks beautifully today and will continue to do so for at least the next 10 to 15 years.”\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e95 points, Stephan Reinhardt, The Wine Advocate #238, September 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay from 40-year-old vines in Ambonnay, aged completely in barrel, no malo and virtually no dosage. It is a seductive, layered, yet powerful expression of Ambonnay and, with the \u003cem\u003eBlanc de Noirs\u003c\/em\u003e, represents one of the very finest wines of the Montagne de Reims Grand Cru area. The 2009 is a blinder that is not to be missed. Disg. July 2018\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are few growers in champagne with the attention to detail and unashamed passion for producing wines of distinction. Egly-Ouriet \u003cem\u003e(pronounced Egg-lee Ou-ri-yay)\u003c\/em\u003e is based in the grand cru village of Ambonnay, famed for its pinot noir fruit. It is run by the skillful, Francis Egly who practices biodynamic and organic principals in his vineyards which span, Bouzy and Verzenay. Francis makes up a handful of highly talented and terroir-driven producers along with the li