Champagne Gifts $100-$200
Just the thought of champagne brings a smile to most faces - making champagne is the ideal gift for all occasions.
It's a special choice that can also still be affordable. We've made it a simple gift choice by recommending our French champagnes and gift packs with a budget between $100 and $200. All bottles of champagne from Emperor Champagne come in a gift box (Emperor signature box or Brand own gift box) and you can add a personal gift note free of charge.
Send champagne for house warming gifts, graduation gifts, birthday gifts, wedding gifts and thank you gifts. We can even ship your gift straight to the person you're gifting. Choose express shipping, order before midday on a business day and we can even get your gift there the next business day.
The team at Emperor Champagne are Australia's champagne experts. Our passion and commitment mean you can buy champagne from us with absolute confidence in quality and service.
Emperor Champagne
Emperor Crystal Tulip Champagne Glasses Set of 6
Glassware
Club Price $189.05 (?)
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Laurent-Perrier
Laurent-Perrier Brut Cuvée Rosé de Saignée
Rosé
NV
Tours-Sur-Marne
Club Price $122.55 (?)
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Billecart-Salmon
Billecart-Salmon Brut Nature
Extra Brut
NV
Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ
Club Price $118.75 (?)
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Give me some food to pair with this! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 PM, 30 CH, 30 PN | A blend of wines from 2006-2015 | Vin de dosage is from the exclusive reserve of the Nicolas Francois Billecart, prestige cuvée | 0 g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the house \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the leading families of Champagne, this medium sized, high quality domain is one to be admired. Billecart-Salmon (Pronounced beel-kahr sahl-moh) have a fresh, clean and elegant style. They champion the use of the meunier grape which is often added to other cuvées without fanfare in other houses. The absolutely pristine wine making facilities located in Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ are overseen by multiple generations of the family as well as chef winemaker Francois Domi. The house purposely ferments at a lower temperature elongating the ferment to weeks and not days as can be standard in champagne, which helps capture the pristine nature of the fruit. Every step of the wine making process at the house is artful, right down to the precision of the dosage which is unique for every disgorgement conducted in batches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMy mind escapes to the sea, perhaps some squid ink pasta made a la marinara style to bring out all the mineral flavour. Something simpler would be Buffalo mozzarella on sourdough toast drizzled with a high quality olive oil - Kyri, Head Sommelier\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-10-14T10:37:01+11:00","created_at":"2020-10-14T10:21:03+11:00","vendor":"Billecart-Salmon","type":"Extra Brut","tags":["Brut nature","Cool fermentation","Edited For You","Family Owned","Grand Cru","Negociant-Manipulant","Region: Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ","spo-default","spo-disabled","Taste: Almond","Taste: Brioche","Taste: Elegant","Taste: Fresh","Taste: Lemon Zest","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Partial Barrel-fermentation","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Red Fruits","Taste: Reserve wines","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Texture","Year: NV"],"price":12500,"price_min":12500,"price_max":12500,"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":33096245543021,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BILLE_NATURE","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":15823932424301,"product_id":4823345201261,"position":1,"created_at":"2020-10-22T15:59:39+11:00","updated_at":"2020-10-22T15:59:40+11:00","alt":null,"width":646,"height":1000,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Salmon-Brut-Nature-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1603342780","variant_ids":[33096245543021]},"available":true,"name":"Billecart-Salmon Brut Nature - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":12500,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":81,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"3113941208170","featured_media":{"alt":null,"id":7995185102957,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Salmon-Brut-Nature-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1603342780"}},"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Salmon-Brut-Nature-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1603342780","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/ice-bucket.jpg?v=1603342780"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Salmon-Brut-Nature-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1603342780","options":["Please select"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":7995185102957,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Salmon-Brut-Nature-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1603342780"},"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Salmon-Brut-Nature-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1603342780","width":646},{"alt":null,"id":7967174590573,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.667,"height":2250,"width":1500,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/ice-bucket.jpg?v=1603342780"},"aspect_ratio":0.667,"height":2250,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/ice-bucket.jpg?v=1603342780","width":1500}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Exceptional brand new release of the House - STOCKS LIMITED\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Using reserve wines from 2006-2015 and no dosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Iconic \u0026amp; well-respected champagne house\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRich, mature and exotic nose that is at the same time fresh and vibrant. The palate is beautifully dry with a distinct bitterness that fades and gives way to savoury yellow fruit, a toasty quality that warm the tongue and mineral dimension that is clear and prominent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eEverything is balanced, fruit profile, freshness and length. Give me some food to pair with this! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 PM, 30 CH, 30 PN | A blend of wines from 2006-2015 | Vin de dosage is from the exclusive reserve of the Nicolas Francois Billecart, prestige cuvée | 0 g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the house \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the leading families of Champagne, this medium sized, high quality domain is one to be admired. Billecart-Salmon (Pronounced beel-kahr sahl-moh) have a fresh, clean and elegant style. They champion the use of the meunier grape which is often added to other cuvées without fanfare in other houses. The absolutely pristine wine making facilities located in Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ are overseen by multiple generations of the family as well as chef winemaker Francois Domi. The house purposely ferments at a lower temperature elongating the ferment to weeks and not days as can be standard in champagne, which helps capture the pristine nature of the fruit. Every step of the wine making process at the house is artful, right down to the precision of the dosage which is unique for every disgorgement conducted in batches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMy mind escapes to the sea, perhaps some squid ink pasta made a la marinara style to bring out all the mineral flavour. Something simpler would be Buffalo mozzarella on sourdough toast drizzled with a high quality olive oil - Kyri, Head Sommelier\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Billecart-Salmon
Billecart-Salmon Blanc de blancs Grand Cru Brut
Blanc de Blancs
NV
Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ
Club Price $160.55 (?)
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The nose exhibits lifted citrus combined with white peach, warm croissant, whipped cream, almond nougat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn to the palate is a swathe of soft, creamy mousse with a fine bead indicating its' time in the cellar. After some time in the glass the fruits develop into fresh apple and pear and the finish is long with the hallmark minerality associated with the Côtes des Blancs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOne of the leading families of Champagne, this medium sized, high quality domain is one to be admired. Billecart-Salmon (Pronounced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ebeel-kahr sahl-moh) have a fresh, clean and elegant style. They champion the use of the meunier grape which is often added to other cuvees without fanfare in other houses. The absolutely pristine wine making facilities located in Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ are overseen by multiple generations of the family as well as chef winemaker Francois Domi. The house purposely ferments at a lower temperature elongating the ferment to weeks and not days as can be standard in champagne, which helps capture the pristine nature of the fruit. Every step of the wine making process at the house is artful, right down to the precision of the dosage which is unique for every disgorgement conducted in batches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient vineyards from 4 villages of Cotes des Blancs (Avize, Cramant, Chouilly, Mesnil sur Oger). One-third fermentation in Burgundy oak barrels of 228 litres (barrels aged around 10 years old), the other part in a stainless steel vat. The dosage sits at 6 g\/l residual sugar. Aged for a total of 5 years which is well beyond the 15 month minimum for non-vintage hence the hefty price tag of this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-06T12:35:19+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-06T12:37:29+10:00","vendor":"Billecart-Salmon","type":"Blanc de Blancs","tags":["$100-200","Avize","Blanc de blancs","Brut","Burgundy oak","chardonnay-dominant","Chouilly","Cool fermentation","Cramant","Edited For You","Family Owned","Grand Cru","Kyri's Selection","Mesnil-Sur-Oger","Negociant-Manipulant","Partial barrel Fermentation","Region: Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ","spo-default","spo-disabled","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Creamy","Taste: Fresh","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Reserve wines","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Texture","Taste: White Peach","Year: NV"],"price":16995,"price_min":16995,"price_max":16995,"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":652371689500,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BILLE_GC_BRUT_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Billecart-Salmon Blanc de blancs Grand Cru Brut - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":16995,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":11,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"3113945740508","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Salmon-Blanc-de-blancs-Grand-Cru-Brut-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1642478597"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Salmon-Blanc-de-blancs-Grand-Cru-Brut-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1642478597","options":["Please select"],"media":[{"alt":"Billecart-Salmon-Blanc-de-blancs-Grand-Cru-Brut-Emperor-Champagne","id":21028621713517,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Salmon-Blanc-de-blancs-Grand-Cru-Brut-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1642478597"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Salmon-Blanc-de-blancs-Grand-Cru-Brut-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1642478597","width":540}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e- 100% Blanc de blancs from Grand Cru vineyards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Aged partly in oak and stainless steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Would suit pan-fried fish fillets with lemon butter sauce and a creamy mash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the mid-nineties, Antoine Roland-Billecart had a vision which was to make a blanc de blancs and proposed that they make one to his Father, Francois.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Antoine recalled the story, his father looked at him in disbelief and essentially said, \"if you want to make it, go and source the fruit yourself, there's barely enough for our own production!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing up for the challenge, Antoine spent the next several years finding excellent parcels along the prestigious grand crus of the Côtes des Blancs and in 1997 he produced his vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a masterpiece of chardonnay tapestry weaving in the different characteristics of each cru. 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The absolutely pristine wine making facilities located in Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ are overseen by multiple generations of the family as well as chef winemaker Francois Domi. The house purposely ferments at a lower temperature elongating the ferment to weeks and not days as can be standard in champagne, which helps capture the pristine nature of the fruit. Every step of the wine making process at the house is artful, right down to the precision of the dosage which is unique for every disgorgement conducted in batches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient vineyards from 4 villages of Cotes des Blancs (Avize, Cramant, Chouilly, Mesnil sur Oger). One-third fermentation in Burgundy oak barrels of 228 litres (barrels aged around 10 years old), the other part in a stainless steel vat. The dosage sits at 6 g\/l residual sugar. 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Charles Heidsieck
Charles Heidsieck Réserve
Brut
NV
Reims
Club Price $106.40 (?)
{"id":60092514332,"title":"Charles Heidsieck Réserve","handle":"charles-heidsieck-brut-reserve-nv","description":"\u003cp\u003e- Class leading non-vintage Brut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Over 60 wines go into making this with 5-6 years average aging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Excellent with richer foods and really pimps out a party\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are beginning your champagne journey or you simply want to experience an excellent example of a Brut champagne, try this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh grapefruit and yellow peach with some banana bread and spice. This is all about decadence and layers of flavour and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect rich, ample flavours that leads to a round and generous palate with juicy acidity that lead to a moreish experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTechnical Notes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing an equal one-third of each variety and a blend of around 60 different vineyard parcels, this has 60% base wine from 2012 aged between 4-6 years and 40% reserve wines which is a 50-50 mix of pinot noir \u0026amp; chardonnay where the average age is 7-10 years. Dosage is slightly higher than most houses at just over 11 g\/L.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWatch the exclusive winemaker interview trailer below or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Emperor Interviews - Cyril Brun, Chef de Caves at Charles Heidsieck\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ephR-2IlVrA\u0026amp;t=317s\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efull version here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZLcdF3QECBo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes Charles Heidsieck such an excellent house? Well there are many avenue we can discuss, however, let's will focus on their unashamed pursuit of quality through long cellar ageing, a back catalogue of reserve wines in Solera and a multitude of vineyard sites to select across. They produce some 800,000 bottles a year, which is small on the grand scheme of champagne production. The Chef de Cave is Cyril Brun who has done a sterling job of crafting some extraordinary wines with finesse, power and maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to our friend and colleague Tyson Stelzer, \"The new Charles Heidsieck is built on deep, autumnal complexity, juxtaposed with vibrant energy and astonishing poise. Its cuvées have never looked finer.\" Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's not forget they own 1 of the 5 UNESCO World Heritage listed Gallo-Roman cellars that are impressive as they are a prominent part of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles Heidsieck has a strong suggestion of stone fruits, peach, apricot and such. A while ago the team came across a dish made by a reputable Melbourne chef, which is roast pork belly with quince aioli. This pairing would tie beautifully with the brut reserve.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-06T14:26:54+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-06T14:38:13+10:00","vendor":"Charles Heidsieck","type":"Brut","tags":["C+C Sale","Kyri's Selection","Perpetual Solera","Region: Reims","spo-default","spo-disabled","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Autumn Apple","Taste: banana","Taste: Banana Bread","Taste: Bread","Taste: Grapefruit","Taste: Peach","topsell","Year: NV"],"price":11200,"price_min":11200,"price_max":11200,"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":667108311068,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"C_HEIDSIECK_BRUT","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3749813780589,"product_id":60092514332,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-25T20:33:42+10:00","updated_at":"2020-04-24T16:46:08+10:00","alt":"Charles-Heidsieck-Brut-Reserve-Champagne-Emperor.","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Charles-Heidsieck-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1587710768","variant_ids":[667108311068]},"available":true,"name":"Charles Heidsieck Réserve - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":11200,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":48,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"3037900003678","featured_media":{"alt":"Charles-Heidsieck-Brut-Reserve-Champagne-Emperor.","id":1087845859437,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Charles-Heidsieck-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1587710768"}},"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Charles-Heidsieck-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1587710768"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Charles-Heidsieck-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1587710768","options":["Please select"],"media":[{"alt":"Charles-Heidsieck-Brut-Reserve-Champagne-Emperor.","id":1087845859437,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Charles-Heidsieck-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1587710768"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Charles-Heidsieck-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1587710768","width":540}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e- Class leading non-vintage Brut\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Over 60 wines go into making this with 5-6 years average aging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Excellent with richer foods and really pimps out a party\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are beginning your champagne journey or you simply want to experience an excellent example of a Brut champagne, try this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh grapefruit and yellow peach with some banana bread and spice. This is all about decadence and layers of flavour and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect rich, ample flavours that leads to a round and generous palate with juicy acidity that lead to a moreish experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eTechnical Notes\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing an equal one-third of each variety and a blend of around 60 different vineyard parcels, this has 60% base wine from 2012 aged between 4-6 years and 40% reserve wines which is a 50-50 mix of pinot noir \u0026amp; chardonnay where the average age is 7-10 years. Dosage is slightly higher than most houses at just over 11 g\/L.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWatch the exclusive winemaker interview trailer below or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Emperor Interviews - Cyril Brun, Chef de Caves at Charles Heidsieck\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ephR-2IlVrA\u0026amp;t=317s\" target=\"_blank\"\u003efull version here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZLcdF3QECBo\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\" allowfullscreen=\"\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" frameborder=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes Charles Heidsieck such an excellent house? Well there are many avenue we can discuss, however, let's will focus on their unashamed pursuit of quality through long cellar ageing, a back catalogue of reserve wines in Solera and a multitude of vineyard sites to select across. They produce some 800,000 bottles a year, which is small on the grand scheme of champagne production. The Chef de Cave is Cyril Brun who has done a sterling job of crafting some extraordinary wines with finesse, power and maturity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to our friend and colleague Tyson Stelzer, \"The new Charles Heidsieck is built on deep, autumnal complexity, juxtaposed with vibrant energy and astonishing poise. Its cuvées have never looked finer.\" Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's not forget they own 1 of the 5 UNESCO World Heritage listed Gallo-Roman cellars that are impressive as they are a prominent part of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCharles Heidsieck has a strong suggestion of stone fruits, peach, apricot and such. A while ago the team came across a dish made by a reputable Melbourne chef, which is roast pork belly with quince aioli. This pairing would tie beautifully with the brut reserve.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Frerejean Frères
Frerejean Frères Blanc de blancs Premier Cru
Blanc de Blancs
NV
Avize
Club Price $132.05 (?)
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All the fruit for this is sourced from Premier Cru sites along the Cote des Blancs including Grauves and highlights a moreish sense of chardonnay. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen we tasted this with co-founder of the house Rodolphe late 2017, we were quietly impressed with the expressive nature of this champagne. The nose presents aromas of acacia, apricot, hazelnut followed by warm butter on toast. We know this sounds fanciful, but there is a LOT going on here. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe taste shows richness and a creamy mousse with soft, almost pillowy texture. Flavours develop into pear, autumn apple and a smoky mineral finish. This is delicious! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitals: \u003c\/strong\u003eAged 5 years on lees with a further year in bottle prior to release. Dosage sits at 7.5 grams per litre which makes it Brut. the base wine for this is from the 2012 harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in Avize, a village of Champagne ranked as a Grand Cru, the House of Frerejean Frères was established in 2005. Only 10 hectares in size, this boutique production aspires to preserve and respect the unique terroir, allowing the vines and the wines to express the power and the subtlety of the land. \u003c\/span\u003eThe Frerejean-Taittinger brothers grew up with love and respect for the Champagne tradition. Passionate for oenology, Guillaume, Richard and Rodolphe created their own House of Champagne. Rodolphe has a lot of flair and style and this is reflected in their champagnes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis truly is a gastronomic champagne and would pair with a wide range of dishes. The creamy nature and complex array of flavours would lend themselves well to a 'Fishermans Pie' which a mixture of different types of fish, layered with potatoes a bechamel sauce and a cheese crust. Scalloped potatoes with truffle and herbed roast chicken would also do the trick. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-03-06T22:34:36+11:00","created_at":"2018-02-27T16:08:58+11:00","vendor":"Frerejean Frères","type":"Blanc de Blancs","tags":["Base vintage: 2012","Blanc de blancs","Brut","C+C Sale","Côte des Blancs","New Arrival","Region: Avize","spo-default","spo-disabled","Sustainable","Taste: Acacia","Taste: Aged 5 Years on Lees","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Autumn Apple","Taste: Butter","Taste: Hazelnut","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pear","Taste: Rich","Taste: Smoky","Taste: Toast","Year: NV"],"price":13990,"price_min":13990,"price_max":13990,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":0,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":7826023907356,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"FJF_BLANC_1ER_SGL-1","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586803339373,"product_id":659875659804,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T19:16:09+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T19:16:20+10:00","alt":"Frerejean Freres Blanc De Blancs Premier Cru Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/frerejean-freres-blanc-de-blancs-premier-cru-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525425380","variant_ids":[7826023907356]},"available":true,"name":"Frerejean Frères Blanc de blancs Premier Cru - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":13990,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":0,"inventory_quantity":9,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"3770004032044","featured_media":{"alt":"Frerejean Freres Blanc De Blancs Premier Cru Champagne","id":814382612589,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/frerejean-freres-blanc-de-blancs-premier-cru-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525425380"}},"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/frerejean-freres-blanc-de-blancs-premier-cru-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525425380"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/frerejean-freres-blanc-de-blancs-premier-cru-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525425380","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":"Frerejean Freres Blanc De Blancs Premier Cru Champagne","id":814382612589,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/frerejean-freres-blanc-de-blancs-premier-cru-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525425380"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/frerejean-freres-blanc-de-blancs-premier-cru-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525425380","width":540}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Premier Cru chardonnay aged for 5 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Complex, rich, mineral yet juicy style of Blanc de blancs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Pair with Herb Roast chicken, green beans and scalloped potatoes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elanc de Blancs from this exciting new house. All the fruit for this is sourced from Premier Cru sites along the Cote des Blancs including Grauves and highlights a moreish sense of chardonnay. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen we tasted this with co-founder of the house Rodolphe late 2017, we were quietly impressed with the expressive nature of this champagne. The nose presents aromas of acacia, apricot, hazelnut followed by warm butter on toast. We know this sounds fanciful, but there is a LOT going on here. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe taste shows richness and a creamy mousse with soft, almost pillowy texture. Flavours develop into pear, autumn apple and a smoky mineral finish. This is delicious! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitals: \u003c\/strong\u003eAged 5 years on lees with a further year in bottle prior to release. Dosage sits at 7.5 grams per litre which makes it Brut. the base wine for this is from the 2012 harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in Avize, a village of Champagne ranked as a Grand Cru, the House of Frerejean Frères was established in 2005. Only 10 hectares in size, this boutique production aspires to preserve and respect the unique terroir, allowing the vines and the wines to express the power and the subtlety of the land. \u003c\/span\u003eThe Frerejean-Taittinger brothers grew up with love and respect for the Champagne tradition. Passionate for oenology, Guillaume, Richard and Rodolphe created their own House of Champagne. Rodolphe has a lot of flair and style and this is reflected in their champagnes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis truly is a gastronomic champagne and would pair with a wide range of dishes. The creamy nature and complex array of flavours would lend themselves well to a 'Fishermans Pie' which a mixture of different types of fish, layered with potatoes a bechamel sauce and a cheese crust. Scalloped potatoes with truffle and herbed roast chicken would also do the trick. \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Bollinger
Bollinger Brut Rosé Champagne
Rosé
NV
Club Price $132.05 (?)
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The outcome is red citrus fruit like pink grapefruit and blood orange, plus fresh raspberries and a star anise spice accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a crunchy and fresh palate, with swathes of fresh redcurrant and cherry kernel - kirsch-like.There is a little bite on the finish from the tannin too which provides a pleasurable drying finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBollinger remain quite possibly one of the most famous family-owned champagne houses of all. Bollinger are well known for their dominance of the powerful and expressive pinot noir from Aÿ where they were founded, their use of magnums for production of all their wines and a traditional wine making style incorporating fermentation in oak barrels from which they have never deviated. They still have their own in-house cooper who makes and manages their stock of some 3,500 barrels! That equates to about 1 million bottles being fermented in barrel - that is the largest (along with Krug) of any other producer in the region. Currently Bollinger own some 164 hectares in some of the best sites across Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"story-detail-txt\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rose is one of our favourites - it is delicate with rose and fresh strawberry notes but with the biscuity fullness and structure you would expect on classic Bollinger Special Cuvee. You could serve this cuvee any day time of the day but it is best with white meats or smoked salmon. 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Pinot noir makes up 62% of the blend with 24% chardonnay and 14% pinot meunier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is matured in 3-5 years and they use between 50-60% reserve wines. The outcome is red citrus fruit like pink grapefruit and blood orange, plus fresh raspberries and a star anise spice accent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has a crunchy and fresh palate, with swathes of fresh redcurrant and cherry kernel - kirsch-like.There is a little bite on the finish from the tannin too which provides a pleasurable drying finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBollinger remain quite possibly one of the most famous family-owned champagne houses of all. Bollinger are well known for their dominance of the powerful and expressive pinot noir from Aÿ where they were founded, their use of magnums for production of all their wines and a traditional wine making style incorporating fermentation in oak barrels from which they have never deviated. They still have their own in-house cooper who makes and manages their stock of some 3,500 barrels! That equates to about 1 million bottles being fermented in barrel - that is the largest (along with Krug) of any other producer in the region. Currently Bollinger own some 164 hectares in some of the best sites across Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"story-detail-txt\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rose is one of our favourites - it is delicate with rose and fresh strawberry notes but with the biscuity fullness and structure you would expect on classic Bollinger Special Cuvee. You could serve this cuvee any day time of the day but it is best with white meats or smoked salmon. We suggest a perfectly seared salmon with tarragon sauce and a crunchy side-salad. \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Laurent-Perrier
Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut Nature
Extra Brut
NV
Tours-Sur-Marne
Club Price $98.80 (?)
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Aged for a minimum of 6 years and is a blend of over 15 Crus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 119\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Laurent-Perrier has a very long history with zero dosage, having first launched its ‘Grand Vins Sans Sucre’ in the 1800s, relaunched by Bernard de Nonancourt in 1981. Today, this cuvée is champagne’s best-selling brut nature, in a well-balanced and highly strung apéritif style. Clean nashi pear, lemon and grapefruit are accented, with subtle flinty reductive notes and almond meal complexity beginning to build in older disgorgements. It’s razor tight in its lemon-juice acid line, finishing bracingly dry, yet upholding freshness and purity. Zero dosage gives full\u003cbr\u003e voice to pronounced salt mineral definition. This is a well-assembled zero dosage for champagne die-hards to drink with oysters.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTyson Stelzer\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuite often people do not realise why they like a certain champagne brand. Some houses focus on the pinot noir grape in their champagnes which provides big, round and powerful cuvées and some houses focus on Chardonnay which provides more mineral drive, citrus and elegance. If you prefer the latter, then perhaps consider a bottle of Laurent-Perrier as your 'go-to' entertaining wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis maison has a serious history but over the last 100 years has had a long line of influential women at its helm (\u003c\/span\u003eMathilde Emilie Perrier in 1812 and later in 1938 \u003cspan\u003eMarie-Louise Lanson de Nonancourt)\u003c\/span\u003e, and we cannot help but think that this has influenced the style – graceful, elegant and sophisticated. Of the larger maisons in champagne this is more subtle and understated in its profile. This may be to your preference and it is an affordable champagne label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePair this mineral driven delight with some Sushi - California rolls with crispy seaweed.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-03-06T17:24:56+11:00","created_at":"2017-09-08T12:44:50+10:00","vendor":"Laurent-Perrier","type":"Extra Brut","tags":["Brut nature","Club wines","Extra Brut","mothersday","mum","Region: Tours-Sur-Marne","spo-default","spo-disabled","Taste: Aged 6 Years on Lees","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Flint","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Peach","Taste: white peach","Ultra brut","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":10495,"price_min":10495,"price_max":10495,"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":739036299292,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"L_PERRIER_ULTRA_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588722331757,"product_id":63609995292,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T18:55:29+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T18:55:49+10:00","alt":"Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut Nature Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nature-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510549","variant_ids":[739036299292]},"available":true,"name":"Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut Nature - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":10495,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"3258438420003","featured_media":{"alt":"Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut Nature Champagne","id":817184964717,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nature-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510549"}},"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nature-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510549"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nature-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510549","options":["Please Select"],"media":[{"alt":"Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut Nature Champagne","id":817184964717,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nature-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510549"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nature-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510549","width":540}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Ultra Brut is bright and aromatic on the nose, some citrus notes, white peach and florals are noted with a light mineral flint. The palate is refined, clean and has great length. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhat is Ultra Brut or Brut Nature? It is a category of champagne that is noted for not adding any sugar. Essentially, the Laurent-Perrier team select the parcels of fruit which exhibit the ripest parcels and lowest acidity to find natures harmony. This wine was launched in 1981 and for the team at Emperor, this stands as a great illustration of how to achieve great expression from the vineyards without masking it with sugar. This is a blend of 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot noir. Aged for a minimum of 6 years and is a blend of over 15 Crus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 119\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Laurent-Perrier has a very long history with zero dosage, having first launched its ‘Grand Vins Sans Sucre’ in the 1800s, relaunched by Bernard de Nonancourt in 1981. Today, this cuvée is champagne’s best-selling brut nature, in a well-balanced and highly strung apéritif style. Clean nashi pear, lemon and grapefruit are accented, with subtle flinty reductive notes and almond meal complexity beginning to build in older disgorgements. It’s razor tight in its lemon-juice acid line, finishing bracingly dry, yet upholding freshness and purity. Zero dosage gives full\u003cbr\u003e voice to pronounced salt mineral definition. This is a well-assembled zero dosage for champagne die-hards to drink with oysters.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTyson Stelzer\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuite often people do not realise why they like a certain champagne brand. Some houses focus on the pinot noir grape in their champagnes which provides big, round and powerful cuvées and some houses focus on Chardonnay which provides more mineral drive, citrus and elegance. If you prefer the latter, then perhaps consider a bottle of Laurent-Perrier as your 'go-to' entertaining wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis maison has a serious history but over the last 100 years has had a long line of influential women at its helm (\u003c\/span\u003eMathilde Emilie Perrier in 1812 and later in 1938 \u003cspan\u003eMarie-Louise Lanson de Nonancourt)\u003c\/span\u003e, and we cannot help but think that this has influenced the style – graceful, elegant and sophisticated. Of the larger maisons in champagne this is more subtle and understated in its profile. This may be to your preference and it is an affordable champagne label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePair this mineral driven delight with some Sushi - California rolls with crispy seaweed.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Gosset
Gosset Grande Réserve NV Champagne
Brut
NV
Aÿ
Club Price $122.55 (?)
{"id":198397689884,"title":"Gosset Grande Réserve NV Champagne","handle":"gosset-grande-reserve","description":"\u003cp\u003e- Excellent NV champagne \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Rich layers and great depth of flavour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with fancy Pât\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eé\u003c\/span\u003e or a vietnamese roll - Bahn Mi, just hold the chilli\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery champagne house is measured by the quality and character of its non-vintage and the Grand Reserve speaks for itself. The mix is 40% chardonnay, 40% pinot noir and 20% pinot meunier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom our meeting with Gosset's Global Ambassador - Bertrand Verduzzier, the Grande Reserve uses the best fruit from around 50 different villages and the reserves from 2009 and 2008. The base wine considered as the most recently harvested and primary quantity in the wine is from 2010 harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we like about the Gosset style is the many layers that reveal themselves with biscuit, toast, apricot, honey and spice combined with the focussed and refined acidity which is largely due to the no malo approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is definite mineral presence here coupled with a medley of orange citrus and juicy red delicious apple that come through in both aroma and flavour. The finish is persistent and keeps unfolding. There is great value in this NV and is certainly in the running to being some of the best available. Worth every penny.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the oldest brands in the region, Gosset has been making wine in Champagne since the early 1500’s, well before Dom P\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eérignon and his trusty winemaking monks put the sparkle into the wine in 1668. The house started out making still red wines in the former winemaking capital of Champagne, Aÿ and for many years resisted the sweeping sensation of making sparkling wine. The house to this day is focused on making it wine first before a champagne. This is in direct contrast to other houses that make acidic base wines purely for the purpose of making champagne. One of the key winemaking techniques is the absence of malo-lactic fermentation. This preserves the pristine nature of the fruit and highlights its lively acidity and bracing energy. The wines therefore, benefit from an extended time in the cellar to gain their full potential. They would certainly have the potential to develop in yours. We have been impressed by all the cuvées, which recently arrived in Australia (September 2017) and the Grande Reserve Brut is an outstanding entry level champagne for a classy producer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a rich, complex yet fresh and vibrant wine, serve with pork and pistachio terrine or a pâte with fresh raspberries and red apple. If you are feeling more street, then try a Vietnamese roll - \u003cem\u003ebahn mi\u003c\/em\u003e - with pork pate, carrot, fresh herbs, chilli and fresh toasty baguette. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Review\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e94\/100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Power meets tension in a celebration of impressive fruit sources, showcasing their pedigree in depth and tension, blessed with all the toasted brioche and spice of long bottle age, illuminated by bright malic vitality and Gosset’s signature of prominent, gently rolling, fine chalk mineral finesse...Every detail lingers with generous length and accurate line. This is a Grande Réserve of greater precision, harmony and persistence than ever before – the finest I have seen this cuvée.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2020-2021\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2022-02-16T12:12:09+11:00","created_at":"2017-10-09T22:07:56+11:00","vendor":"Gosset","type":"Brut","tags":["750ml","Brut","gift guide","Region: Aÿ","spo-default","spo-disabled","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Biscuit","Taste: Honey","Taste: Mineral","Taste: No Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Orange","Taste: Red delicious","Taste: Red Delicious Apple","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":12995,"price_min":12995,"price_max":12995,"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":2673437573148,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"GOSSET_BRUT_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588359786605,"product_id":198397689884,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T13:38:21+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T13:38:54+10:00","alt":"Gosset Grand Reserve NV Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gosset-grand-reserve-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525491534","variant_ids":[2673437573148]},"available":true,"name":"Gosset Grande Réserve NV Champagne - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":12995,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":10,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"3353210012217","featured_media":{"alt":"Gosset Grand Reserve NV Champagne","id":816615784557,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gosset-grand-reserve-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525491534"}},"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gosset-grand-reserve-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525491534"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gosset-grand-reserve-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525491534","options":["Please select"],"media":[{"alt":"Gosset Grand Reserve NV Champagne","id":816615784557,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gosset-grand-reserve-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525491534"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gosset-grand-reserve-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525491534","width":540}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e- Excellent NV champagne \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Rich layers and great depth of flavour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with fancy Pât\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eé\u003c\/span\u003e or a vietnamese roll - Bahn Mi, just hold the chilli\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery champagne house is measured by the quality and character of its non-vintage and the Grand Reserve speaks for itself. The mix is 40% chardonnay, 40% pinot noir and 20% pinot meunier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom our meeting with Gosset's Global Ambassador - Bertrand Verduzzier, the Grande Reserve uses the best fruit from around 50 different villages and the reserves from 2009 and 2008. The base wine considered as the most recently harvested and primary quantity in the wine is from 2010 harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we like about the Gosset style is the many layers that reveal themselves with biscuit, toast, apricot, honey and spice combined with the focussed and refined acidity which is largely due to the no malo approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is definite mineral presence here coupled with a medley of orange citrus and juicy red delicious apple that come through in both aroma and flavour. The finish is persistent and keeps unfolding. There is great value in this NV and is certainly in the running to being some of the best available. Worth every penny.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the oldest brands in the region, Gosset has been making wine in Champagne since the early 1500’s, well before Dom P\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eérignon and his trusty winemaking monks put the sparkle into the wine in 1668. The house started out making still red wines in the former winemaking capital of Champagne, Aÿ and for many years resisted the sweeping sensation of making sparkling wine. The house to this day is focused on making it wine first before a champagne. This is in direct contrast to other houses that make acidic base wines purely for the purpose of making champagne. One of the key winemaking techniques is the absence of malo-lactic fermentation. This preserves the pristine nature of the fruit and highlights its lively acidity and bracing energy. The wines therefore, benefit from an extended time in the cellar to gain their full potential. They would certainly have the potential to develop in yours. We have been impressed by all the cuvées, which recently arrived in Australia (September 2017) and the Grande Reserve Brut is an outstanding entry level champagne for a classy producer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a rich, complex yet fresh and vibrant wine, serve with pork and pistachio terrine or a pâte with fresh raspberries and red apple. If you are feeling more street, then try a Vietnamese roll - \u003cem\u003ebahn mi\u003c\/em\u003e - with pork pate, carrot, fresh herbs, chilli and fresh toasty baguette. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Review\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e94\/100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Power meets tension in a celebration of impressive fruit sources, showcasing their pedigree in depth and tension, blessed with all the toasted brioche and spice of long bottle age, illuminated by bright malic vitality and Gosset’s signature of prominent, gently rolling, fine chalk mineral finesse...Every detail lingers with generous length and accurate line. This is a Grande Réserve of greater precision, harmony and persistence than ever before – the finest I have seen this cuvée.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2020-2021\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Gosset
Gosset Grand Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Blanc de Blancs
Club Price $156.75 (?)
{"id":61986406428,"title":"Gosset Grand Blanc de Blancs Champagne","handle":"gosset-grand-blanc-de-blancs-brut-nv","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- One of the best Blanc de blancs from a Grande Marque\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Top notch producer based in Epernay next to Pol Roger\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Pair with Scallops and a lemon and herb butter sauce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA luminescent yellow with the slightest tinge of green hints at this 100% chardonnay cuvee which is mineral, citrus and full of energy. The oldest wine house in Champagne, Gosset has a distinct style and method of production with no malolactic fermentation and grand cru fruit which results in wines with clean fruit profiles, lovely lines of acidity and full vigour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are a seasoned champagne drinker and like your champagne elegant but in possession of tension and freshness then you will enjoy this cuvée. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCitrus notes of lemon followed apricot and quince. Although the floral and citrus characters are what will strike you first about this cuvée, you will remember the glorious minerality and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estructure pulled together with a lovely driving line of acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The House \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the oldest brands in the region, Gosset has been making wine in Champagne since the early 1500’s, well before Dom Perignon and his trusty winemaking monks put the sparkle into the wine in 1668. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe house started out making still red wines in the former winemaking capital of Champagne, Aÿ and for many years resisted the sweeping sensation of making sparkling wine. The house to this day is focused on making it wine first before a champagne. This is in direct contrast to other houses that make acidic base wines purely for the purpose of making champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the key winemaking techniques is the absence of malolactic fermentation. This preserves the pristine nature of the fruit and highlights its lively acidity and bracing energy. The wines therefore, benefit from an extended time in the cellar to gain their full potential. They would certainly have the potential to develop in yours. We have been impressed by all the cuvées, which recently arrived in Australia (September 2017) and the Grande Reserve Brut is an outstanding entry level champagne for a classy producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe with fresh scallops accompanied by a lemon butter sauce but keep the lemon high in the mix to retain some tang which will partner up beautiful with the clean acid and tangy citrus drive of the cuvee. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Gosset house style of refined minerality and thrilling malic acidity shine in its blanc de blancs. Youthful purity and focus of lemon and beurre bosc pear highlight a primary style, with lees age tactically deployed to create creamy texture without malolactic fermentation. The tension of driving malic acidity and fine chalk minerality creates a seamless finish with the potential to hold its freshness for many years yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA subtle dry-extract dustiness on the finish is but a faint hint of the challenging 2011 season, an impressive result, though Mareigner pointed out that the vintage was stronger for chardonnay than black grapes. It holds excellent harmony and poise on the finish, with fruit, minerality, dosage and malic acidity intricately entwined.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e93\/100 - Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-07T13:04:40+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-07T13:19:16+10:00","vendor":"Gosset","type":"Blanc de Blancs","tags":["Blanc de blancs","Brut","Gosset","Grande Marque","Non Vintage","spo-default","spo-disabled","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Blanc de blancs","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Floral","Taste: Fresh ACidity","Taste: Lemon Zest","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Quince","Varieties: Chardonnay"],"price":16500,"price_min":16500,"price_max":16500,"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":710866894876,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"GOSSET_GRAND_BLANCS","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":28125151068269,"product_id":61986406428,"position":1,"created_at":"2021-05-25T14:08:56+10:00","updated_at":"2021-05-25T14:09:03+10:00","alt":"Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1621915743","variant_ids":[710866894876]},"available":true,"name":"Gosset Grand Blanc de Blancs Champagne - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":16500,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":8,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"3353210057157","featured_media":{"alt":"Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne","id":20392765096045,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1621915743"}},"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1621915743","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Box-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1621915738","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/blanc-de-blancs-spring.jpg?v=1621915738"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1621915743","options":["Please select"],"media":[{"alt":"Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne","id":20392765096045,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1621915743"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1621915743","width":540},{"alt":"Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne","id":20392745893997,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Box-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1621915738"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Box-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1621915738","width":540},{"alt":"Gosset-Grand-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne","id":7764616904813,"position":3,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.001,"height":1493,"width":1495,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/blanc-de-blancs-spring.jpg?v=1621915738"},"aspect_ratio":1.001,"height":1493,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/blanc-de-blancs-spring.jpg?v=1621915738","width":1495}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- One of the best Blanc de blancs from a Grande Marque\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Top notch producer based in Epernay next to Pol Roger\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Pair with Scallops and a lemon and herb butter sauce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA luminescent yellow with the slightest tinge of green hints at this 100% chardonnay cuvee which is mineral, citrus and full of energy. The oldest wine house in Champagne, Gosset has a distinct style and method of production with no malolactic fermentation and grand cru fruit which results in wines with clean fruit profiles, lovely lines of acidity and full vigour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you are a seasoned champagne drinker and like your champagne elegant but in possession of tension and freshness then you will enjoy this cuvée. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCitrus notes of lemon followed apricot and quince. Although the floral and citrus characters are what will strike you first about this cuvée, you will remember the glorious minerality and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estructure pulled together with a lovely driving line of acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The House \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the oldest brands in the region, Gosset has been making wine in Champagne since the early 1500’s, well before Dom Perignon and his trusty winemaking monks put the sparkle into the wine in 1668. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe house started out making still red wines in the former winemaking capital of Champagne, Aÿ and for many years resisted the sweeping sensation of making sparkling wine. The house to this day is focused on making it wine first before a champagne. This is in direct contrast to other houses that make acidic base wines purely for the purpose of making champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the key winemaking techniques is the absence of malolactic fermentation. This preserves the pristine nature of the fruit and highlights its lively acidity and bracing energy. The wines therefore, benefit from an extended time in the cellar to gain their full potential. They would certainly have the potential to develop in yours. We have been impressed by all the cuvées, which recently arrived in Australia (September 2017) and the Grande Reserve Brut is an outstanding entry level champagne for a classy producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe with fresh scallops accompanied by a lemon butter sauce but keep the lemon high in the mix to retain some tang which will partner up beautiful with the clean acid and tangy citrus drive of the cuvee. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Gosset house style of refined minerality and thrilling malic acidity shine in its blanc de blancs. Youthful purity and focus of lemon and beurre bosc pear highlight a primary style, with lees age tactically deployed to create creamy texture without malolactic fermentation. The tension of driving malic acidity and fine chalk minerality creates a seamless finish with the potential to hold its freshness for many years yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA subtle dry-extract dustiness on the finish is but a faint hint of the challenging 2011 season, an impressive result, though Mareigner pointed out that the vintage was stronger for chardonnay than black grapes. It holds excellent harmony and poise on the finish, with fruit, minerality, dosage and malic acidity intricately entwined.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e93\/100 - Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e"}
De Sousa
De Sousa Rosé
Rosé
NV
Avize
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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Louis Roederer
Louis Roederer Vintage Rosé 2015
Rosé
Base 2014
Reims
Club Price $132.05 (?)
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We are impressed by Louis Roederer’s increasing commitment to exploring biodynamics both with treatment of their vast vineyard holdings plus the recent acquisition of a 15 hectare biodynamic parcel from Leclerc Briant. 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Highly stimulating in its purity, freshness and citrus character. - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis house has serious pedigree and a long history of making outstanding wines. Roederer is still family owned and run and has a significant land holding of over 230 hectares allowing them to supply 70% of their grape requirements with excellent fruit. We are impressed by Louis Roederer’s increasing commitment to exploring biodynamics both with treatment of their vast vineyard holdings plus the recent acquisition of a 15 hectare biodynamic parcel from Leclerc Briant. A relatively small 3 million bottles per annum of production are exported, largely to the USA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair with Cinnamon spiced Duck or Quail with Kumquat and Jasmine rice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
De Sousa
De Sousa 3A (Aÿ, Ambonnay & Avize)
Extra Brut
NV
Avize
Club Price $132.05 (?)
{"id":1375720570989,"title":"De Sousa 3A (Aÿ, Ambonnay \u0026 Avize)","handle":"de-sousa-3a-extra-brut-champagne-nv","description":"\u003cp\u003e- Biodynamic, organic producer carving out textural and powerful wines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Made using a rare co-fermentation method which creates a luscious texture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- When pairing with a wine of this power, vinosity and energy, you can play in many different arenas of flavour. We love Mexican and think that this could handle a Chicken Mole Poblano with Green Coriander rice. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are proud to have this wine in our midst. What does it mean to co-ferment?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't champagne producers do that anyway? Well, the answer is no. Most producers keep every parcel separate and here we see Erick De Sousa, showing his character and fermenting both chardonnay and pinot noir (50:50) to create something truly unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe also ferments the wine in a mixture of stainless steel and oak. The only other producer we know that does this is Geoffroy with his 'Blanc de Rose' (also on Emperor).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style is ripe, spicy and powerful yet mineral and fresh with many layers waiting to reveal a vinous and yellow fruit driven appeal that we cannot get enough of. This is most certainly a wine before it is a champagne and so give it time in the glass. The dialogue will be rewarding!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2015 \u003cstrong\u003eBottled:\u003c\/strong\u003e 04\/05\/16 \u003cstrong\u003eDisgorged:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 2019 \u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 g\/L\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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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\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2015 base vintage. 50% Avize chardonnay, 25% Aÿ pinot, 25% Ambonnay pinot, all co-fermented, half in barrels, half in tanks; average vine age 25–30 years; 20% reserves; 5g\/L dosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReview\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e2014 vintage review - 92\/100\u003c\/em\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 create a profoundly seamless union of chardonnay and pinot noir from three of Champagne’s most distinctive villages. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAt once crunchy and succulent, it’s led by the red apple fruit of pinot noir and the grapefruit tang of chardonnay, with biscuity character and creamy texture contributed by lees age. 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We love Mexican and think that this could handle a Chicken Mole Poblano with Green Coriander rice. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are proud to have this wine in our midst. What does it mean to co-ferment?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDon't champagne producers do that anyway? Well, the answer is no. Most producers keep every parcel separate and here we see Erick De Sousa, showing his character and fermenting both chardonnay and pinot noir (50:50) to create something truly unique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHe also ferments the wine in a mixture of stainless steel and oak. The only other producer we know that does this is Geoffroy with his 'Blanc de Rose' (also on Emperor).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style is ripe, spicy and powerful yet mineral and fresh with many layers waiting to reveal a vinous and yellow fruit driven appeal that we cannot get enough of. This is most certainly a wine before it is a champagne and so give it time in the glass. The dialogue will be rewarding!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase vintage\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2015 \u003cstrong\u003eBottled:\u003c\/strong\u003e 04\/05\/16 \u003cstrong\u003eDisgorged:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 2019 \u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5 g\/L\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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe vineyards organically farmed and are ploughed traditionally by horse. Some of the oldest vines go back to the early 1930's. Full malolactic fermentation is used, with extended lees ageing and ageing of reserve wines in barrel. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEricks' 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\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2015 base vintage. 50% Avize chardonnay, 25% Aÿ pinot, 25% Ambonnay pinot, all co-fermented, half in barrels, half in tanks; average vine age 25–30 years; 20% reserves; 5g\/L dosage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReview\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e2014 vintage review - 92\/100\u003c\/em\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 create a profoundly seamless union of chardonnay and pinot noir from three of Champagne’s most distinctive villages. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAt once crunchy and succulent, it’s led by the red apple fruit of pinot noir and the grapefruit tang of chardonnay, with biscuity character and creamy texture contributed by lees age. The mood of 3A swings dramatically according to its base vintage, and 2014 lacks the purity and poise of 2012 and 2013, instead concluding with some coffee bean and dusty dryness, reflecting its lesser season. The salty minerality and harmonious acid balance of Avize triumph, lingering long on the finish.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2020-2021\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Henriot
Henriot Blanc de Blancs NV
Blanc de Blancs
NV
Club Price $128.25 (?)
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Lovely, fresh and quite delicious length on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe house sources from a mixture of grand and premier cru villages within Les Mesnil-Sur Oger, Chouilly, Avize, as well as other great villages like Vertus; Ville-Dommange and Trepail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormer Chef de Caves, Laurent Fresnet presented the Blanc de Blancs in 2017 at an Australian industry tasting along with his range. This stood out along with the vintage Rosé as the pick of the bunch. The interesting point here is Laurent’s use of multiple vineyard regions and villages to create a true Blanc de Blancs of Champagne as a whole instead of just one area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis choice of language is interesting too and he describes each areas with distinct flavour profiles, characters even. In reference to above these provide “white peach and stone fruit characters” with Sezanne; Montgueux and Vitry, being further south and east respectively, “bring more of the pink grapefruit, exotic flowers, mango and coconut” to the party.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blanc de Blancs been aged between 4-5 years on lees, which integrates these villages well, provides mineral presence and an ever-so-soft creamy palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChampagne Henriot was founded in 1808 and Henriot has remained a family affair since then, which is increasingly rare in Champagne. It’s important to look closely at one particular individual as his achievements define the house today. After his father’s untimely death in 1957, Joseph Henriot officially took over the reins of the House in 1962. He became the energy and entrepreneurial spirit behind the rise and success of the house. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHenriot have their eyes firmly set on what they describe as ‘craftsman luxury’. They aim to create high quality champagne to a dedicated following of Henriot Champagne lovers. They focus their energies on the chardonnay variety and apart from the Brut Souverain, they do not use pinot meunier anywhere else. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeared scallops with mandarin segments for pure simplicity or perhaps f\u003c\/span\u003ereshly caught sole with slightly salted butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2020 The Drinks Business - Gold Medal - \"A wonderful pure Chardonnay fizz with creamy cappuccino characters, along with roasted nuts and a long, refreshing lemon-zest finish. 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The hint of fresh lemon lingers and dissolves into butter-laced brioche notes, extended further by quince paste and acacia honey. Lovely, fresh and quite delicious length on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe house sources from a mixture of grand and premier cru villages within Les Mesnil-Sur Oger, Chouilly, Avize, as well as other great villages like Vertus; Ville-Dommange and Trepail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormer Chef de Caves, Laurent Fresnet presented the Blanc de Blancs in 2017 at an Australian industry tasting along with his range. This stood out along with the vintage Rosé as the pick of the bunch. The interesting point here is Laurent’s use of multiple vineyard regions and villages to create a true Blanc de Blancs of Champagne as a whole instead of just one area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis choice of language is interesting too and he describes each areas with distinct flavour profiles, characters even. In reference to above these provide “white peach and stone fruit characters” with Sezanne; Montgueux and Vitry, being further south and east respectively, “bring more of the pink grapefruit, exotic flowers, mango and coconut” to the party.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blanc de Blancs been aged between 4-5 years on lees, which integrates these villages well, provides mineral presence and an ever-so-soft creamy palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChampagne Henriot was founded in 1808 and Henriot has remained a family affair since then, which is increasingly rare in Champagne. It’s important to look closely at one particular individual as his achievements define the house today. After his father’s untimely death in 1957, Joseph Henriot officially took over the reins of the House in 1962. He became the energy and entrepreneurial spirit behind the rise and success of the house. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHenriot have their eyes firmly set on what they describe as ‘craftsman luxury’. They aim to create high quality champagne to a dedicated following of Henriot Champagne lovers. They focus their energies on the chardonnay variety and apart from the Brut Souverain, they do not use pinot meunier anywhere else. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeared scallops with mandarin segments for pure simplicity or perhaps f\u003c\/span\u003ereshly caught sole with slightly salted butter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2020 The Drinks Business - Gold Medal - \"A wonderful pure Chardonnay fizz with creamy cappuccino characters, along with roasted nuts and a long, refreshing lemon-zest finish. A benchmark non-vintage blanc de blancs.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - \"A bright, medium-straw hue herals a cuvée that strikes a compelling accord between the radian lemon and white peach definition of the Côte des Blancs and the honeyed, nougat and biscuity appeal of long lees maturity and a touch of compelling stuck-flint reductive complexity. Age builds a wonderfully creamy moutfeel, while emphasising the fina chalk mineral texture of great terroirs.\" \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Ayala
Ayala Le Blanc de Blancs '15
Blanc de Blancs
2014
Aÿ