Edited For You

{"id":63577161756,"title":"'Latitude' Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut","handle":"larmandier-bernier-latitude-blanc-de-blancs-extra-brut","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is citrus peel on the nose, pure mineral expression with some lime leaf. On the tongue it has a 'laser-focussed' acid profile accompanied by a generosity and vitality from time on its yeast lees. The cleanliness of the finish is moreish and is quite simply unputdownable. If you enjoy wines that express a sense of place (aka terroir) then please indulge yourself a little with this biodynamic beauty. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf the Larmandier-Bernier family produced technical equipment instead of champagne they would make the best laser-guided tools. 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":8900,"price_min":8900,"price_max":8900,"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":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":true,"name":"'Latitude' Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":8900,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"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. On the tongue it has a 'laser-focussed' acid profile accompanied by a generosity and vitality from time on its yeast lees. The cleanliness of the finish is moreish and is quite simply unputdownable. If you enjoy wines that express a sense of place (aka terroir) then please indulge yourself a little with this biodynamic beauty. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf the Larmandier-Bernier family produced technical equipment instead of champagne they would make the best laser-guided tools. 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"}

{"id":56647548956,"title":"Fidèle","handle":"vouette-et-sorbee-fidele-blanc-de-noirs-extra-brut","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow we are getting serious. Are you ready to take your understanding of mainstream champagne and throw it out the window? Enter Vouette et Sorbee. The name say of the house says so much – Vouette et Sorbee are the names of two of his 6 parcels of fruit which are organically and bio-dynamically tended to. It doesn’t get much better than this. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFidele is a blanc de noir comprising of 100% juicy pinot noir sourced from Gautherot's carefully tended plots in the Cote des Bar. This is organic, biodynamic and natural winemaking at its best. You would be forgiven for thinking it was a rosé champagne as it has a rouge tint in the glass. 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":13900,"price_min":13900,"price_max":13900,"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":"VOU_ET_SOR301","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":"Fidèle - Single only","public_title":"Single only","options":["Single only"],"price":13900,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"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. Are you ready to take your understanding of mainstream champagne and throw it out the window? Enter Vouette et Sorbee. The name say of the house says so much – Vouette et Sorbee are the names of two of his 6 parcels of fruit which are organically and bio-dynamically tended to. It doesn’t get much better than this. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFidele is a blanc de noir comprising of 100% juicy pinot noir sourced from Gautherot's carefully tended plots in the Cote des Bar. This is organic, biodynamic and natural winemaking at its best. You would be forgiven for thinking it was a rosé champagne as it has a rouge tint in the glass. 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"}

{"id":522026713116,"title":"Ruinart Brut Rosé","handle":"ruinart-rose-brut-nv","description":"\u003cp\u003eMade in the traditional way with red wine blended known as 'assemblage' this is definitely in the lighter and more fragrant spectrum of Rosé champagne. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn an interview with \u003cstrong\u003eChef de Caves Frederic Panaïotis\u003c\/strong\u003e, he describes his approach to making the wine, \u003cem\u003e\"we want the Rosé to be intense in colour, intense in flavour but as approachable, as gentle on the palate as our white wines.\"\u003c\/em\u003e He goes on to describe the flavours of the wine sitting in the tropical spectrum rather than the traditional berry spectrum with guava and lychee with the addition of pink grapefruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey add a very light pinot noir red wine into the blend which is sourced from premier cru areas Rilly, Chigny, Ludes as well as Cumieres. \u003cem\u003e\"We don't want tannins, we want the colour of the pinot noir plus we use a lot of chardonnay for freshness.\"\u003c\/em\u003e The blend is 55% pinot noir, 20% of which is the light, beaujolais-style red wine with 45% chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteresting fact: \u003c\/strong\u003eRuinart were the first house credited to making Rosé back in March, 1764. At the archives of Ruinart they discovered a shipment bound to Germany contained 60 bottles of 'Oeil de Perdrix' or Partridge Eye which was made specifically as a Rosé.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSorry - this product is currently out of stock. Why not try Veuve Clicquot Brut \u003cspan\u003eRosé instead?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eréderic Panaïotis grew up between his grandparents’ chardonnay vines in Champagne, and the variety \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eremains close to his heart, making him very much at home as chef de cave at Ruinart since 2007. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elongest-established champagne house of all has an affinity with chardonnay’s freshness, finesse and elegance, and all of its finest cuvées lead with this variety, even its prestige rosé. Without the might of Moët \u0026amp; Chandon, the brand impact of Veuve Clicquot or the cachet of Krug, Ruinart lurks as the low-profile member of the Louis Vuitton–Moët Hennessy family. On Reims’ famed Rue de Crayères, its premises hide behind the grand street presence \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eof Pommery and Veuve Clicquot. This is just as Panaïotis would have it. ‘In France we have a saying, if you live underground, you live happy!’ he says. But on its performance, Ruinart has no need to lie low. Its cuvées are pure \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand pitch-perfect, singing with the crystalline precision of chardonnay.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRosé is very versatile with food and the sheer quality of this wine allows a range from; Tuna Tartare, duck rillettes, Peking Duck with pancakes. Salmon Sashimi, Salmon Sous Vide (slow-cooked) is also a fine pairing and also soft cheese such as Brillat-Savarin and Chaource.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-12-19T15:23:57+11:00","created_at":"2017-12-19T11:15:53+11:00","vendor":"Ruinart","type":"Rosé","tags":["$100-200","Blanc de blancs","Brut","Edited For You","gift guide","Premier Cru","Region: Cotes des blancs","Region: Reims","Rose","Taste: Clean","Taste: Fresh","Taste: Guava","Taste: Lychee","Taste: Pink Grapefruit","Taste: Pinot Noir Red WIne","Taste: Tropical","valentine","Year: NV"],"price":11900,"price_min":11900,"price_max":11900,"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":6627602956316,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"RUINART_ROSE_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3660076384365,"product_id":522026713116,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-06T18:02:23+10:00","updated_at":"2018-07-06T18:02:52+10:00","alt":null,"width":537,"height":954,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Ruinart-Rose-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1530864172","variant_ids":[6627602956316]},"available":true,"name":"Ruinart Brut Rosé - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":11900,"weight":2000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":3,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Ruinart-Rose-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1530864172"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Ruinart-Rose-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1530864172","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eMade in the traditional way with red wine blended known as 'assemblage' this is definitely in the lighter and more fragrant spectrum of Rosé champagne. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn an interview with \u003cstrong\u003eChef de Caves Frederic Panaïotis\u003c\/strong\u003e, he describes his approach to making the wine, \u003cem\u003e\"we want the Rosé to be intense in colour, intense in flavour but as approachable, as gentle on the palate as our white wines.\"\u003c\/em\u003e He goes on to describe the flavours of the wine sitting in the tropical spectrum rather than the traditional berry spectrum with guava and lychee with the addition of pink grapefruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey add a very light pinot noir red wine into the blend which is sourced from premier cru areas Rilly, Chigny, Ludes as well as Cumieres. \u003cem\u003e\"We don't want tannins, we want the colour of the pinot noir plus we use a lot of chardonnay for freshness.\"\u003c\/em\u003e The blend is 55% pinot noir, 20% of which is the light, beaujolais-style red wine with 45% chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteresting fact: \u003c\/strong\u003eRuinart were the first house credited to making Rosé back in March, 1764. At the archives of Ruinart they discovered a shipment bound to Germany contained 60 bottles of 'Oeil de Perdrix' or Partridge Eye which was made specifically as a Rosé.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSorry - this product is currently out of stock. Why not try Veuve Clicquot Brut \u003cspan\u003eRosé instead?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"F\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eréderic Panaïotis grew up between his grandparents’ chardonnay vines in Champagne, and the variety \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eremains close to his heart, making him very much at home as chef de cave at Ruinart since 2007. The \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elongest-established champagne house of all has an affinity with chardonnay’s freshness, finesse and elegance, and all of its finest cuvées lead with this variety, even its prestige rosé. Without the might of Moët \u0026amp; Chandon, the brand impact of Veuve Clicquot or the cachet of Krug, Ruinart lurks as the low-profile member of the Louis Vuitton–Moët Hennessy family. On Reims’ famed Rue de Crayères, its premises hide behind the grand street presence \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eof Pommery and Veuve Clicquot. This is just as Panaïotis would have it. ‘In France we have a saying, if you live underground, you live happy!’ he says. But on its performance, Ruinart has no need to lie low. Its cuvées are pure \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand pitch-perfect, singing with the crystalline precision of chardonnay.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eRosé is very versatile with food and the sheer quality of this wine allows a range from; Tuna Tartare, duck rillettes, Peking Duck with pancakes. Salmon Sashimi, Salmon Sous Vide (slow-cooked) is also a fine pairing and also soft cheese such as Brillat-Savarin and Chaource.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":342425206812,"title":"Billecart-Salmon Brut Reserve","handle":"brut-reserve","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Billecart’s enchanting Brut Réserve upholds its aspiration of impressive freshness and elegance, even in the presence of impressive levels of reserve wines, a generous 45% of the blend. This cuvée is a captivating contradiction, dressing one of Champagne’s higher representations of meunier in one of the most delicate and graceful of attires. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt glides onto the stage and sings with the pristine signature of the house, energised by the red apple and red berry fruits of meunier, with a breathtakingly refined melody of pure lemon zest, in a dazzling display of elegant, soft, crystalline chalk minerality and understated, fragrant elegance. Lees age furnishes subtle brioche and almond notes, while meunier lends supple approachability, without for a moment dipping its gaze from purity and definition, concluding with fresh, bright acidity, well-integrated dosage, gentle phenolic presence, good persistence and fine chalk mineral drive. Classic Billecart.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019 \u003cbr\u003e  \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 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 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. 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This cuvée is a captivating contradiction, dressing one of Champagne’s higher representations of meunier in one of the most delicate and graceful of attires. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt glides onto the stage and sings with the pristine signature of the house, energised by the red apple and red berry fruits of meunier, with a breathtakingly refined melody of pure lemon zest, in a dazzling display of elegant, soft, crystalline chalk minerality and understated, fragrant elegance. Lees age furnishes subtle brioche and almond notes, while meunier lends supple approachability, without for a moment dipping its gaze from purity and definition, concluding with fresh, bright acidity, well-integrated dosage, gentle phenolic presence, good persistence and fine chalk mineral drive. Classic Billecart.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019 \u003cbr\u003e  \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 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 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\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

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This cuvée is a captivating contradiction, dressing one of Champagne’s higher representations of meunier in one of the most delicate and graceful of attires.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It glides onto the stage and sings with the pristine signature of the house, energised by the red apple and red berry fruits of meunier, with a breathtakingly refined melody of pure lemon zest, in a dazzling display of elegant, soft, crystalline chalk minerality and understated, fragrant elegance. Lees age furnishes subtle brioche and almond notes, while meunier lends supple approachability, without for a moment dipping its gaze from purity and definition, concluding with fresh, bright acidity, well-integrated dosage, gentle phenolic presence, good persistence and fine chalk mineral drive. Classic Billecart.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019 \u003cbr\u003e  \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 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 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\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is true aperitif territory and magnums are perfect for sharing in larger groups. THe freshness and purity of the fruit deserves delicate seafood; classic oysters, some grilled calamari and even a Turkey \u0026amp; Cranberry sauce sandwich post-festive feeding. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-12-17T08:08:44+11:00","created_at":"2017-12-15T15:13:40+11:00","vendor":"Billecart-Salmon","type":"Brut","tags":["1500ml","Brut","Cool fermentation","Edited For You","Family Owned","Grand Cru","Magnum","Negociant-Manipulant","NYE","Region: Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ","Taste: Almond","Taste: Brioche","Taste: Elegant","Taste: Fresh","Taste: Lemon Zest","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Partial Barrel-fermentation","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Red Fruits","Taste: Reserve wines","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Texture","Year: NV"],"price":21900,"price_min":21900,"price_max":21900,"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":6540321030172,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BILLE_BRUT_MAGNUM_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586885324909,"product_id":507672789020,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T20:33:58+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T20:35:01+10:00","alt":"Billecart Salmon Brut Reserve 1.5 Magnum Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/billecart-salmon-brut-reserve-1-5-magnum-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430101","variant_ids":[6540321030172]},"available":true,"name":"Billecart-Salmon Brut Reserve Magnum 1.5L - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":21900,"weight":3100,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":3,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/billecart-salmon-brut-reserve-1-5-magnum-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430101"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/billecart-salmon-brut-reserve-1-5-magnum-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430101","options":["Please select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirstly, well done you for choosing a magnum. Not only will you be the talk of your friends, but you will also step up to the next level of quality when buying in magnum. In short, as there is the same amount of oxygen in the bottle neck but double the volume of wine, the champagne ages more slowly than a standard bottle and stays fresher for longer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Billecart’s enchanting Brut Réserve upholds its aspiration of pure freshness and elegance, even in the presence of impressive levels of reserve wines, a generous 45% of the blend. This cuvée is a captivating contradiction, dressing one of Champagne’s higher representations of meunier in one of the most delicate and graceful of attires.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e It glides onto the stage and sings with the pristine signature of the house, energised by the red apple and red berry fruits of meunier, with a breathtakingly refined melody of pure lemon zest, in a dazzling display of elegant, soft, crystalline chalk minerality and understated, fragrant elegance. Lees age furnishes subtle brioche and almond notes, while meunier lends supple approachability, without for a moment dipping its gaze from purity and definition, concluding with fresh, bright acidity, well-integrated dosage, gentle phenolic presence, good persistence and fine chalk mineral drive. 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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 Suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is true aperitif territory and magnums are perfect for sharing in larger groups. THe freshness and purity of the fruit deserves delicate seafood; classic oysters, some grilled calamari and even a Turkey \u0026amp; Cranberry sauce sandwich post-festive feeding. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

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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\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a masterpiece of chardonnay tapestry weaving in the different characteristics of each cru. The nose exhibits lifted citrus combined with white peach, warm croissant, whipped cream, almond nougat. On 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\u003eSpoil yourself and indulge in this Cuvée.\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. 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As 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!\" Being 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\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\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a masterpiece of chardonnay tapestry weaving in the different characteristics of each cru. The nose exhibits lifted citrus combined with white peach, warm croissant, whipped cream, almond nougat. On 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\u003eSpoil yourself and indulge in this Cuvée.\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 Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is plenty of mineral depth in this wine, yet softness and complexity from the long-ageing. Go for some pan-fried fish fillets with lemon butter sauce and a creamy mash.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

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Lees age furnishes subtle brioche and almond notes, while meunier lends supple approachability, without for a moment dipping its gaze from purity and definition, concluding with fresh, bright acidity, well-integrated dosage, gentle phenolic presence, good persistence and fine chalk mineral drive. Classic Billecart.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019 \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd some serious flair to a dinner party with this giant three litre bottle which is equivalent to 6 bottles of Champagne. Please add 24 hours to our standard delivery timeframe for this product.  \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 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 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\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing Suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFriends, lots of friends!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-11-03T11:20:31+11:00","created_at":"2017-12-19T12:13:09+11:00","vendor":"Billecart-Salmon","type":"Brut","tags":["Brut","Cool fermentation","Edited For You","Family Owned","Grand Cru","Jeroboam 3L","Negociant-Manipulant","Region: Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ","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":54500,"price_min":54500,"price_max":54500,"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":6628395647004,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BILLE_BRUT_JEROBOAM_3L","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Billecart-Salmon Brut Reserve Jeroboam 3L - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":54500,"weight":9000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/brut-reserve-jeroboam-3-liters-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525429683"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/brut-reserve-jeroboam-3-liters-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525429683","options":["Please select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Billecart’s enchanting Brut Réserve upholds its aspiration of impressive freshness and elegance, even in the presence of impressive levels of reserve wines, a generous 45% of the blend. This cuvée is a captivating contradiction, dressing one of Champagne’s higher representations of meunier in one of the most delicate and graceful of attires. It glides onto the stage and sings with the pristine signature of the house, energised by the red apple and red berry fruits of meunier, with a breathtakingly re ned melody of pure lemon zest, in a dazzling display of elegant, soft, crystalline chalk minerality and understated, fragrant elegance. Lees age furnishes subtle brioche and almond notes, while meunier lends supple approachability, without for a moment dipping its gaze from purity and definition, concluding with fresh, bright acidity, well-integrated dosage, gentle phenolic presence, good persistence and fine chalk mineral drive. Classic Billecart.\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019 \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdd some serious flair to a dinner party with this giant three litre bottle which is equivalent to 6 bottles of Champagne. Please add 24 hours to our standard delivery timeframe for this product.  \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 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 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\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServing Suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFriends, lots of friends!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":105225256988,"title":"Brut Blanc de Blancs Vintage 2009","handle":"pol-roger-brut-blanc-de-blancs-vintage-2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eFor a house once led by pinot noir, Pol Roger is increasingly focusing on chardonnay in its vintage wines, and recent vintages of its Blanc de Blancs demonstrate why. The power and precision of the grand crus of the northern Côte des Blancs coalesce in the rich 2009 harvest \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto produce a beautifully refined blanc de blancs that captures the finesse and fragrant delicacy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eof Pol Roger. Dainty lemon and grapefruit lead out, backed by the understated succulence \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eof white peach and the crunch of nashi pear in a long-lingering palate of bright acid line and frothing salt minerality. Almost a decade of lees age has begun to build a creamy texture and lingering, understated complexity of nutmeg, almond nougat and honey. It propagates with great persistence, sustained by the bright acidity of Pol Roger, even in such a warm vintage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA triumph of the season, and the vintage to drink over the next five years as we eagerly await the awakening of the sublime 2008\u003c\/span\u003e.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\u003eIf it is good enough for her Majesty the Queen to drink every evening, then this it is good enough for us. Pol Roger is one of the few champagne houses that have rightfully earned the British coat of arms to adorn every bottle and after all, it’s not just a favourite with the Royal Family but most of Britain, who know good champagne from the average. This medium-sized, family owned treasure of the Champagne region is the epitome of quality and consistency. With deep cool cellars, this maison leaves their cuvées ageing for far longer than most of their counterparts, allowing the development of very fine and tiny bubbles. This creates a silky texture on the palate with subtle toasty notes that are the hallmark of excellent champagne. If ever in doubt, buy Pol Roger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestions \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a completely sublime champagne and I would up the ante of the indulgence by serving it with a lobster roll. Decadent but not too fussy! \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-19T12:26:49+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-19T12:29:07+10:00","vendor":"Pol Roger","type":"Vintage Blanc de Blancs","tags":["$100-200","Blanc de blancs","Cotes des blancs","Edited For You","gift guide","Region: Epernay","Taste: Almond","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Grapefruit","Taste: Lemon Zest","Taste: Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Nashi Pear","Taste: Nougat","Taste: Salty","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: White Peach","Vintage","Year: 2009"],"price":12999,"price_min":12999,"price_max":12999,"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":1021267443740,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"POL_BDB_VINT09_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588483125357,"product_id":105225256988,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T16:17:40+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T16:20:21+10:00","alt":"Pol Roger Brut Blanc de Blancs Vintage 2009 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-brut-blanc-de-blancs-vintage-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525501221","variant_ids":[1021267443740]},"available":true,"name":"Brut Blanc de Blancs Vintage 2009 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":12999,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":3,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-brut-blanc-de-blancs-vintage-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525501221"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-brut-blanc-de-blancs-vintage-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525501221","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eFor a house once led by pinot noir, Pol Roger is increasingly focusing on chardonnay in its vintage wines, and recent vintages of its Blanc de Blancs demonstrate why. The power and precision of the grand crus of the northern Côte des Blancs coalesce in the rich 2009 harvest \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto produce a beautifully refined blanc de blancs that captures the finesse and fragrant delicacy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eof Pol Roger. Dainty lemon and grapefruit lead out, backed by the understated succulence \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eof white peach and the crunch of nashi pear in a long-lingering palate of bright acid line and frothing salt minerality. Almost a decade of lees age has begun to build a creamy texture and lingering, understated complexity of nutmeg, almond nougat and honey. It propagates with great persistence, sustained by the bright acidity of Pol Roger, even in such a warm vintage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA triumph of the season, and the vintage to drink over the next five years as we eagerly await the awakening of the sublime 2008\u003c\/span\u003e.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\u003eIf it is good enough for her Majesty the Queen to drink every evening, then this it is good enough for us. Pol Roger is one of the few champagne houses that have rightfully earned the British coat of arms to adorn every bottle and after all, it’s not just a favourite with the Royal Family but most of Britain, who know good champagne from the average. This medium-sized, family owned treasure of the Champagne region is the epitome of quality and consistency. With deep cool cellars, this maison leaves their cuvées ageing for far longer than most of their counterparts, allowing the development of very fine and tiny bubbles. This creates a silky texture on the palate with subtle toasty notes that are the hallmark of excellent champagne. If ever in doubt, buy Pol Roger.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestions \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a completely sublime champagne and I would up the ante of the indulgence by serving it with a lobster roll. Decadent but not too fussy! \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":751460253805,"title":"Blanc d'Argile","handle":"vouette-et-sorbee-blanc-de-argile","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow we are getting serious. Are you ready to take your understanding of mainstream champagne and throw it out the window? Enter Vouette et Sorbee. The name say of the house says so much – Vouette et Sorbee are the names of two of his 6 parcels of fruit which are organically and biodynamically tended to. It doesn’t get much better than this. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect intensity, m\u003c\/span\u003einerality with a nougat-like texture. Nutty in complexity combined with the warmth of stony yellow fruit and a long finish. 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. 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":"VOU_ET_SOR_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":"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":"continue","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. Are you ready to take your understanding of mainstream champagne and throw it out the window? Enter Vouette et Sorbee. The name say of the house says so much – Vouette et Sorbee are the names of two of his 6 parcels of fruit which are organically and biodynamically tended to. It doesn’t get much better than this. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExpect intensity, m\u003c\/span\u003einerality with a nougat-like texture. Nutty in complexity combined with the warmth of stony yellow fruit and a long finish. 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. 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"}