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Drappier Signature Blanc de Blancs

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Blanc de Blancs

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Urville

- Blanc de Blancs Champagne - 95% Chardonnay, 5% Pinot Blanc - One of the oldest and most prominent houses in Champagne with little to no sulphur across the ... View more details

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With an annual production of some 1.5 million bottles, they are considerably larger than a small grower, but not quite of the size of the Grande Marques in and around Reims and Epernay. Drappier is one of the foremost producers in the region which is highly respected amongst its peers like Cédric Bouchard, Marie-Courtin, Vouette et Sorbée, and Jacques Lassaigne. They own 55 hectares of vineyards and use another 50 hectares under contract with other growers. A an interesting historical fact is that Charles de Gaulle (the Former Minister of the Armed Forces in France) was very fond of their Champagne and they named a cuvée after him. Amongst their range of excellent cuvées, they have a range including a ‘Sulphur free’, ‘Zero dosage’, and a ‘Blanc de blancs’ that contains a forgotten grape called Blanc Vrai.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOnly the juices from first pressing – the cuvées - are used with mechanical low-pressure presses and use of gravity to avoid pumping, which avoids oxidisation. Minimal use of sulphur; Natural settling; Alcoholic fermentation for roughly 2 weeks at low temperature; followed by total and natural malolactic fermentation; No filtering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAssemblage – 100% of the wines are made in stainless steel vats in order to preserve as much freshness as possible. After bottling, the cuvée is aged for at least 2-3 years on lees. Dosage: 8 g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with freshly shucked Oysters with fresh lemon juice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e92\/100 - Wine Spectator (2018)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This harmonious champagne shows fine cut, with a satiny mousse and appealing flavours of ripe melon, graphite, salted almond and ground ginger, ending with a floral finish.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e"}

De Sousa

De Sousa 3A (Aÿ, Ambonnay & Avize)

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Extra Brut

NV

Avize

Emperor Champagne, Where Champagne Rules! Sumptuous De Sousa 3A organic Champagne. Also, feel free to choose from our Expertly Curated Champagne Collection. Luxury Packaging. Next Day Delivery to All Capital Cities. Get $20 Off Your First Purchase. Shop Online Now. View more details

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De Sousa

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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. 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. 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Drappier

Drappier Rosé de Saignée

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Rosé

NV

Urville

- 100% Pinot Noir Rosé Champagne - Made using the maceration method called "saignée" - One of the oldest houses in Champagne with little to no sulphur across... View more details

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Drappier

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{"id":1603365011565,"title":"Drappier Rosé de Saignée","handle":"drappier-rose-de-saignee","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e- 100% Pinot Noir Rosé Champagne\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e- Made using the maceration method called \"\u003cem\u003esaignée\u003c\/em\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e- One of the oldest houses in Champagne with little to no sulphur across the range\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHave you ever heard of the term \"\u003cem\u003evinous\"\u003c\/em\u003e? Vinosity means to resemble a 'winey' character its entirety. If we are being upfront, so is this wine. Filled with black fruit, wild raspberry and ruby grapefruit.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis will wake the senses and remind you what good rosé champagne looks like. 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Ayala Le Blanc de Blancs '15

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Blanc de Blancs

2014

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Lemon curd, \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eacacia honey,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003etouch of pastry\u003c\/span\u003e with subtle spice and a \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003elong and persistent \u003c\/span\u003eminerally finish.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Le Blanc de Blancs'\u003c\/strong\u003e is produced in small quantities in exceptional years only and fully expresses the superb calibre of great Chardonnay from the best crus of the Côte des Blancs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Right from the start, this wine is striking on the palate, yet voluptuous and vibrant, showing a silky texture with a lively edge, and finishing with a balanced bittersweet flavour. It releases notes of passion fruits, citrus fruit, ripe white fruit such as vine peaches, and subtle notes of acacia honey that bring a velvety sensation. 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Edmond de Ayala’s father, Don Rafael de Ayala y Lozano, was a senior officer in the Colombian army and later the General Consul of Colombia in Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe house was completely destroyed in the Champagne riots of 1911, yet remarkably, it was rebuilt and ready to restart production by 1913. In 1922 it was sold to the Lefebvre family, but the recession beginning in 1929 proved to be catastrophic, and the house was sold in 1934 to the British bank Guinness. It was put up for auction in 1937 and purchased by René Chayoux, the son of an Epernay wine merchant. Chayoux was actively involved in various business affairs in the region, and eventually became co-president of the CIVC from 1944 to 1955. He enlisted Jean-Michel Ducellier, director of the CIVC and a former finance director of Charles Heidsieck, to help him run the house, and upon Chayoux’s death in 1969, Ducellier assumed responsibility for the house until his retirement in 1995.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAyala was sold again in 2000 to the Frey group, and Thierry Budin, a former president of Perrier-Jouët, took over the helm. Five years later, however, Ayala was purchased by the Bollinger Group. Bollinger bought the property and the stocks of wine, but Frey retained the vineyards, forcing the house to rely on purchased grapes. Hervé Augustin was appointed president and general manager of the house, while Nicolas Klym, who had been making wines for the house since 1979, was retained as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003echef de cave\u003c\/em\u003e. Under Augustin, the house reinvented its style, focusing heavily on non-dosé champagnes, as well as increasing its use of chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2012, the direction of the house has been in the hands of Hadrien Mouflard, and Caroline Latrive (pictured) has taken over as\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003echef de cave\u003c\/em\u003e, having previously worked alongside Klym since 2006. In addition, Ayala now owns 20 hectares of vines in the Côte des Blancs (Chouilly, Oger) and Vallée de la Marne (Passy-Grigny, Champvoisy), and the house has completed new winery facilities on its property in Aÿ as of 2013. Peter Liem\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great epicurean apéritif on its own, but will also pair beautifully with seared sea scallops with preserved Meyer lemon or with a turbot fillet with a seaweed-infused beurre blanc sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e"}

Drappier

Drappier Carte d'Or

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Brut

NV

Urville

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Finally we complete the journey with a little spice and honeyed notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is quality champagne at an excellent price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical notes \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA non-vintage cuvée made from 75% Pinot Noir \/ 15% Chardonnay \/ 10% Meunier from the Côte des Bar with minimal use of sulphites during winemaking, and 5% of the wines matured in barrels for 1 year to enrich the cuvée. 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Drappier is one of the foremost producers in the region which is highly respected amongst its peers like Cédric Bouchard, Marie-Courtin, Vouette et Sorbée, and Jacques Lassaigne. They own 55 hectares of vineyards and use another 50 hectares under contract with other growers. A an interesting historical fact is that Charles de Gaulle (the Former Minister of the Armed Forces in France) was very fond of their Champagne and they named a cuvée after him. 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Dosage is at a moderate 7 g\/l. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince 1808 the Drappier family has used its skill to select parcels of land, which are particularly well exposed and extremely rich in limestone. They are located in the small village of Urville in the Côte des Bar where Pinot Noir, the predominant grape variety, finds its purest expression and allows the production of very elegant, aromatic wines. With an annual production of some 1.5 million bottles, they are considerably larger than a small grower, but not quite of the size of the Grande Marques in and around Reims and Epernay. Drappier is one of the foremost producers in the region which is highly respected amongst its peers like Cédric Bouchard, Marie-Courtin, Vouette et Sorbée, and Jacques Lassaigne. They own 55 hectares of vineyards and use another 50 hectares under contract with other growers. A an interesting historical fact is that Charles de Gaulle (the Former Minister of the Armed Forces in France) was very fond of their Champagne and they named a cuvée after him. Amongst their range of excellent cuvée’s, they have a range including a ‘Sulfur free’, ‘Zero dosage’, and a ‘blanc de blancs’ that contains a forgotten grape called Blanc Vrai.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Described by Drappier as 'almost a blanc de noirs', this Pinot Noir-dominant wine sourced from the Côte des Bar is the house's calling card. 5% of the cuvée is matured in barrels for a year for added complexity and texture, and it's bottled unfiltered with a fairly low dosage of 7g\/l. There are some melon and apple scents on the nose along with a splash of red fruits, while the palate is intense, with notes of apple, quince and grape wrapped in a red-fruit veil. It's full-bodied and long, with a lovely texture from the red wine tannins and oak-matured portion.\" - \u003cstrong\u003eJames Button at the Champagne Show Tasting, 91 points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp itemprop=\"name\" field=\"recipename\"\u003ePork cutlets and roasted potatoes, parsnips, and carrots.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Philipponnat

Philipponnat Royale Réserve Non Dosé

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Extra Brut

NV

Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ

Buy delicious Philipponnat Non Dose Extra Brut Champagne or choose from 250 more cuveés. $20 off your first order and luxury packaging. Free standard shipping Australia-wide over $200 + next day express available. Shop at Australia's Emperor Champagne - the champagne experts! View more details

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Devaux

Devaux Cuvée D Aged Brut NV Champagne

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Brut

NV

Côte des Bar

Emperor Champagne, Where Champagne Rules! Ethereal Devaux Cuvée D Brut NV Champagne. Also, feel free to choose from our Expertly Curated Champagne Collection. Luxury Packaging. Next Day Delivery to All Capital Cities. Get $25 Off Your First Purchase. Shop Online Now. View more details

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Devaux

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Approximately 100 hectares of their huge land holding is dedicated to making the house champagne of Devaux, with the remaining fruit sold to other producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis champagne is a fabulous start if you are taking the first step to move away from the grand-marque, big-brands that you have bought for many years. They are a well produced range of wines which will totally satisfy you and your guests at your next soiree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp field=\"recipename\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eThere is real power in the pinot coming from the Côte des Bar, which can handle some richer and more exotic flavours. 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All the pinot noir is proudly sourced from the Côte des Bar comprising 60% of the blend, with the balance being chardonnay and no meunier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt has spent 5 years in the cellar in addition to the very rich addition of solera aged reserve wines at 40% spanning 2002-2011.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect soft, round and plush pinot flavours with less acidity than say a blanc de blancs, but more body and depth. Fruits here are red fig, stewed apple and caramel notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eFounded in 1846 by brothers Jules and Auguste Devaux, the house was then managed by three inspiring women who led the family winery with remarkable energy and talent in equal measure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eDevaux is located in a village\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e known as Hameau de Villeneuve the far south of Champagne in an area known as the Côte des Bar\u003c\/span\u003e, where big luscious pinot noir fruit is the hero. Approximately 100 hectares of their huge land holding is dedicated to making the house champagne of Devaux, with the remaining fruit sold to other producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis champagne is a fabulous start if you are taking the first step to move away from the grand-marque, big-brands that you have bought for many years. They are a well produced range of wines which will totally satisfy you and your guests at your next soiree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp field=\"recipename\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eThere is real power in the pinot coming from the Côte des Bar, which can handle some richer and more exotic flavours. Try Middle Eastern spiced duck liver paté with pomegranate and fresh fig.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Paul Bara

Paul Bara Grand Millésime '14

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- Made exclusively in years of exceptional harvests - Grand Cru Grower producer aged 8 years in the cellar - Pair with roast sea bass, spiced duck or hearty ... View more details

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This innovative spirit still exist today and their American importer is the same. Paul Bara cuv\u003cspan\u003eé\u003c\/span\u003ees are present on all 5 continents. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll grapes are hand-collected, pressed in small quantities in traditional large wooden presses. The fermentation is done in stainless steel tanks. 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The house blocks all malolactic fermentation to keep the aroma of the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\n\u003csection id=\"banner_info\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"wrap_photo col50\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"photo_bara\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"P_MS5e955c62c4340\" class=\"master-slider-parent msl ms-parent-id-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"MS5e955c62c4340\" class=\"master-slider ms-skin-default ms-wk\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ms-timerbar ms-align-bottom\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sea bass with beurre blanc sauce and creamed parsnip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReview\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"This champagne will knock your socks off. It's a power house. The vineyards are located in the well-regarded Grand Cru village of Bouzy and although the wine is 90% Pinot Noir, the Maison hold back the malolactic fermentation so you have a crisp spine of acidity driving through a voluminous, mouthfilling wine that is silky smooth on the palate. The champagne has been aged in the cellar for over 8 years, with more time in the bottle, so expect waves of brioche, apricot and apple tartin on the nose. This Paul Bara wine will impress even the fussiest of drinkers! I guarantee, one glass is never enough.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKyla Kirkpatrick, The Champagne Dame\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Gosset

Gosset Grand Millésime 2012 Brut Champagne

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“Quality does not have to come with great age! This is a fresh and elegant vintage in which Chardonnay expresses itself fully." - Cellar master Odilon de Var... View more details

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This pairing suggestion can also be extended to sushi or maki and generally any grilled firm-fleshed fish, accompanied by green asparagus or spinach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Review\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e94\/100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A cool, ultra-pure and exceptionally pretty nose combines notes of green apple, floral, citrus peel and plenty of yeast influence. The equally elegant, pure and refined middle weight flavors are supported by a firm but fine mousse, all wrapped in a wonderfully long finish that is shaped by tangy citrus-tinged acidity. This is really lovely stuff that will need a few years of bottle aging to fully flesh out. Extremely promising. Drink 2024+’\" Burghound - September 2020.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-04-14T15:53:44+10:00","created_at":"2020-04-14T16:37:54+10:00","vendor":"Gosset","type":"Brut","tags":["Base vintage: 2012","Brut","Millesime","spo-default","spo-disabled","Taste: Brut","Taste: Mirabelle plum","Taste: Peach","Taste: Pear","Varieties: Chardonnay","Varieties: Pinot noir","Vintage","Vintage: 2012"],"price":15995,"price_min":15995,"price_max":15995,"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":32233425371245,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"GOSSET_BRUT_2012","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Gosset Grand Millésime 2012 Brut Champagne","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":15995,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"3353210058840","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gm2012-fiche.png?v=1586846276"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gm2012-fiche.png?v=1586846276","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":6772376043629,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.44,"height":910,"width":400,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gm2012-fiche.png?v=1586846276"},"aspect_ratio":0.44,"height":910,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gm2012-fiche.png?v=1586846276","width":400}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e“\u003cem\u003eQuality does not have to come with great age! This is a fresh and elegant vintage in which Chardonnay expresses itself fully\u003c\/em\u003e.\" - Cellar master Odilon de Varine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA shimmering, translucent wine. A wonderfully fresh and expressive first impression reveals an assortment of white fleshed fruit such as pear and peach which develops into notes of grapefruit, aniseed and liquorice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe lively attack is delightfully taut. The finely poised, full-bodied palate remains incredibly light, with every sip revealing notes of damson, mirabelle plum, and ever-present pear, followed by the citrus flavours of orange and pink grapefruit. Sustained by a bold liveliness, the wine finishes satisfyingly with just a hint of salinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e67% Chardonnay, Pinot Noir 33%.\u003cbr\u003e5 years on lees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGosset has been producing wine since 1584 in \u003cspan\u003eAÿ, making it\u003c\/span\u003e the oldest wine house in Champagne, well before Dom P\u003cspan\u003eé\u003c\/span\u003erignon and his trusty winemaking monks put the sparkle into 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. To this day, the house is focused on making wine before champagne, a direct contrast to houses that make acidic base wines purely on 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. At Emperor, we have been impressed by all the cuvées and are big fans of Gosset. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal to serve as an aperitif, this vintage is also the perfect companion to fish such as line-caught bass, skate, sole, and hake, accompanied by a citrus sauce. This pairing suggestion can also be extended to sushi or maki and generally any grilled firm-fleshed fish, accompanied by green asparagus or spinach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eExpert Review\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e94\/100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A cool, ultra-pure and exceptionally pretty nose combines notes of green apple, floral, citrus peel and plenty of yeast influence. The equally elegant, pure and refined middle weight flavors are supported by a firm but fine mousse, all wrapped in a wonderfully long finish that is shaped by tangy citrus-tinged acidity. This is really lovely stuff that will need a few years of bottle aging to fully flesh out. Extremely promising. Drink 2024+’\" Burghound - September 2020.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Charles Heidsieck

Charles Heidsieck Millésime 2006 Rosé

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Rosé

2006

Reims

Emperor Champagne, Australia's Home of Champagne. Hard to Find Charles Heidsieck Vintage Rosé 2006 Champagne. Also, feel free to shop our Expertly Curated Champagne Collection. Luxury Packaging. Next Day Delivery to All Capital Cities. Get $25 Off Your First Purchase. Shop Online Now. View more details

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Charles Heidsieck

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Seduction is the key word here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e63% pinot noir and 37% chardonnay, including 8% pinot noir red wine; a blend from 15 villages including Oger, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Cramant and Vertus for chardonnay; Avenay, Louvois, Tauxières, Ambonnay and Aÿ for pinot noir; and Bouzy, Ambonnay, Les Riceys, Verzenay and Hautvillers for pinot noir red wine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eWatch the exclusive winemaker interview trailer below or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ephR-2IlVrA\u0026amp;t=317s\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Emperor Interviews - Cyril Brun, Chef de Caves at Charles Heidsieck\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003efull version here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZLcdF3QECBo\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\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\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. 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Seduction is the key word here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e63% pinot noir and 37% chardonnay, including 8% pinot noir red wine; a blend from 15 villages including Oger, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Cramant and Vertus for chardonnay; Avenay, Louvois, Tauxières, Ambonnay and Aÿ for pinot noir; and Bouzy, Ambonnay, Les Riceys, Verzenay and Hautvillers for pinot noir red wine \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eWatch the exclusive winemaker interview trailer below or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ephR-2IlVrA\u0026amp;t=317s\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Emperor Interviews - Cyril Brun, Chef de Caves at Charles Heidsieck\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003efull version here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ZLcdF3QECBo\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\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\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\u003eJournalist Review\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\"Released prior to the 2005 – which was deemed too tannic and opulent to be unleashed just yet – this is a rosé blended from red wine, half from the Côte des Bar (for smooth, fleshy fruitiness), and half from the Montagne de Reims (for minerality, smoky, spicy complexity and edgy, angular tannins).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe first surprise of this cuvée, on my first sneak preview prior to its release in early 2015, was its captivating delicacy for both the house and the vintage. The second surprise, following two more years on lees, is its freeze-frame evolution and elegant freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIts medium salmon copper–hue is undeviating, as are its refined rose petal fragrance and wild strawberry, cherry and pink grapefruit flavours, melting seamlessly into a vortex of brioche, pink pepper and ginger, effortlessly capturing a complex array of diverse rosé personalities with seamless finesse, at once vivacious, lively, contemplative and complex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTexture is marvellous, at once creamy and vibrant, all the while projecting pronounced yet seamless chalk minerality as the defining theme.  A delightful champagne for long conversations on cool nights.\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019 \u003c\/p\u003e"}

Philipponnat

Philipponnat Royale Réserve Half Bottle (375ml)

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Brut

NV

Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ

Emperor Champagne, Where Champagne Rules! Delicious Philipponnat Royale Réserve NV Brut Champagne. Also, feel free to choose from our Expertly Curated Champagne Collection. Luxury Packaging. Next Day Delivery to All Capital Cities. Get 10% Off Your First Purchase. Shop Online Now. View more details

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Philipponnat is a house of outstanding quality from their entry level Royale Reserve Brut all the way through to their iconic Clos des Goisses vintages. This premium producer picks fruit with maximum ripeness and focus on pinot noir fruit with power. All this ripeness is balanced with a long, cool fermentation and some wines being blocked from malolactic fermentation whilst being fermented in oak barrels. Carefully blending of base wines complete the work of art on non-vintage cuvees with approximately 30% of reserve wines being added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReserve wines are aged in a perpetual solera system with new wines being added to older wines every year continuously adding more complexity and depth to young cuvees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are in aperitif country here so simple food pairings include charcuterie and light cheeses with fresh summer fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-10-31T20:00:55+11:00","created_at":"2018-10-30T11:57:27+11:00","vendor":"Philipponnat","type":"Brut","tags":["Brut","Region: Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ","Size: 375ml","spo-default","spo-disabled","Sustainable","Taste: 30% Reserve Wines","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Crem","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Partial malo","Taste: Pineapple","Taste: Pinot Noir Dominant","Taste: Premier Cru","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Solera","Taste: Spice","Year: NV"],"price":5995,"price_min":5995,"price_max":5995,"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":13772106006637,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"PHILIP_BRUT_ROYALE_375","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4218265043053,"product_id":1480853586029,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-10-30T11:59:11+11:00","updated_at":"2018-10-30T11:59:11+11:00","alt":null,"width":646,"height":1000,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Philipponnat-Royal-Reserve-Brut-375-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1540861151","variant_ids":[13772106006637]},"available":true,"name":"Philipponnat Royale Réserve Half Bottle (375ml) - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":5995,"weight":500,"compare_at_price":0,"inventory_quantity":10,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"3370892001018","featured_media":{"alt":null,"id":1253562581101,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Philipponnat-Royal-Reserve-Brut-375-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1540861151"}},"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Philipponnat-Royal-Reserve-Brut-375-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1540861151"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Philipponnat-Royal-Reserve-Brut-375-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1540861151","options":["Please Select"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":1253562581101,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Philipponnat-Royal-Reserve-Brut-375-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1540861151"},"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Philipponnat-Royal-Reserve-Brut-375-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1540861151","width":646}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- High quality producer using sustainable practices in the vineyard and winery\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Based along the Marne Valley in famous Mareuil-sur-Aÿ near Billecart-Salmon\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with charcuterie and light dishes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eA Brut NV is the calling card of every champagne house. Philipponnat champions pinot noir and this underpins their style. Think spiced apple, lifted pineapple and some crème caramel notes coming from the some of the oak integration and the sugar addition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThere is balance to this wine with clean fruit and refreshing red apple. If you are looking for a new brut style of champagne, Philipponnat will surely impress and the quality speaks for itself.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThey have very informative back labels, which tell you about the year of harvest that makes up the base wine (2014), the amount of wine aged in oak (48%), the disgorgement date (July 2018) and dosage level (8 g\/l) along with varieties (65% pinot \/ 30% chardonnay \/ 5% meunier) and proportion of premier and grand cru fruit two-thirds. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most underrated champagnes in our humble opinion. Philipponnat is a house of outstanding quality from their entry level Royale Reserve Brut all the way through to their iconic Clos des Goisses vintages. This premium producer picks fruit with maximum ripeness and focus on pinot noir fruit with power. All this ripeness is balanced with a long, cool fermentation and some wines being blocked from malolactic fermentation whilst being fermented in oak barrels. Carefully blending of base wines complete the work of art on non-vintage cuvees with approximately 30% of reserve wines being added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReserve wines are aged in a perpetual solera system with new wines being added to older wines every year continuously adding more complexity and depth to young cuvees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou are in aperitif country here so simple food pairings include charcuterie and light cheeses with fresh summer fruits.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Pol Roger

Pol Roger Blanc de Blancs 2013

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Blanc de Blancs

2012

Epernay

Emperor Champagne, Join The Revolution! Ethereal Pol Roger Brut Blanc de Blancs Vintage 2012 Champagne. Also, feel free to browse our Expertly Curated Champagne Collection. Luxury Packaging. Next Day Delivery to All Capital Cities. Get 10% Off Your First Purchase. Shop Online Now. View more details

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Testimony to the molecular precision of Pol Roger’s exacting regime, the propensity of this cuvée to age is astonishing, and the best vintages keep on escalating every time I come back to them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a bright, medium straw hue, this is a thrilling blanc de blancs \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethat sings with the finesse of the house in exacting purity and drive to contrast grand cru concentration. It delicately sets beautiful yellow peach and lemon fruit against a dizzying shard of pure acidity. The finish surges onward amid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epowerful, crashing waves of salt minerality that glide long and strong up an endless beach of glistening white purity.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2020-2021\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. 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The finish surges onward amid \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003epowerful, crashing waves of salt minerality that glide long and strong up an endless beach of glistening white purity.\u003c\/span\u003e\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2020-2021\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. 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Taittinger

Taittinger Les Folies de la Marquetterie

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Brut

NV

Reims

Emperor Champagne, Where Champagne Rules! Extravagant Taittinger Folies de la Marqueterrie. Also, feel free to shop our Expertly Curated Champagne Collection. Luxury Packaging. Next Day Delivery to All Capital Cities. Get 10% Off Your First Purchase. Shop Online Now. View more details

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Taittinger

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The intense, highly fruity bouquet leads onto peach and apricot conserve aromas with subtle hints of toasted brioche and vanilla. On the palate, this wine is full-bodied, smooth and fruit-driven with dominant stone-fruit flavours. The distinctive and expressive finish delivers subtle tones of oak. Les Folies de la Marquetterie is a full-flavoured and harmonious champagne distinguished by its immense richness and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 2\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampagne Taittinger is one of France's most celebrated champagne houses. As the epitome of French sophistication, style and grace, Champagne Taittinger celebrates the pleasures of life, believing that special moments are best enjoyed with fine champagne and great company. Revered by critics the world over and recognised as the champagne connoisseurs, Champagne Taittinger is renowned for creating wines of unmatched delicacy, elegance and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA blend of Chardonnay (45%) and Pinot Noir (55%). A “green” harvest is carried out on the selected plots of vines to ensure the fruit offers optimum sweetness and aromatic maturity. After harvesting, only the juice \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efrom the first pressing is reserved. Each plot is vinified in small volumes and certain batches in oak casks. The bottles are aged for five years to bring this wine to complete harmony.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis “terroir” wine, structured and powerful, pays homage to the 18th century and is the ideal accompaniment to robust dishes such as roasted meats and fish in sauce\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis special cuvée comes from the vineyards surrounding the Château de la Marquetterie in Reims. With a part aged in wood, the wine has fine bottle aging and toastiness giving it richness as well as bringing out the ripe lemon and red-apple flavors. It is a beautifully balanced wine that is ready to drink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rare NV Folies de la Marquetterie Brut has clear, fresh and subtle yet intense and super noble bouquet of fresh Pinot Noir fruit (50%) paired with the freshness and finesse of Chardonnay (50%). It is a full-bodied, round, intense and creamy textured Brut with a serious, persistent structure and the purity, finesse and elegance of Taittinger. The base wines were partly fermented in oak (30%), and malolactic fermentation was not prevented. This beautifully vinous sample was bottled in 2013 and was disgorged in January 2017 with a dosage of nine grams per liter. 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This champagne pays tribute to the House's origins and incredible story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe body is deep yellow in colour with golden highlights. The bubbles are fine and delicate. The intense, highly fruity bouquet leads onto peach and apricot conserve aromas with subtle hints of toasted brioche and vanilla. On the palate, this wine is full-bodied, smooth and fruit-driven with dominant stone-fruit flavours. The distinctive and expressive finish delivers subtle tones of oak. Les Folies de la Marquetterie is a full-flavoured and harmonious champagne distinguished by its immense richness and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 2\" class=\"page\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampagne Taittinger is one of France's most celebrated champagne houses. As the epitome of French sophistication, style and grace, Champagne Taittinger celebrates the pleasures of life, believing that special moments are best enjoyed with fine champagne and great company. Revered by critics the world over and recognised as the champagne connoisseurs, Champagne Taittinger is renowned for creating wines of unmatched delicacy, elegance and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA blend of Chardonnay (45%) and Pinot Noir (55%). A “green” harvest is carried out on the selected plots of vines to ensure the fruit offers optimum sweetness and aromatic maturity. After harvesting, only the juice \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efrom the first pressing is reserved. Each plot is vinified in small volumes and certain batches in oak casks. The bottles are aged for five years to bring this wine to complete harmony.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis “terroir” wine, structured and powerful, pays homage to the 18th century and is the ideal accompaniment to robust dishes such as roasted meats and fish in sauce\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReviews\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis special cuvée comes from the vineyards surrounding the Château de la Marquetterie in Reims. With a part aged in wood, the wine has fine bottle aging and toastiness giving it richness as well as bringing out the ripe lemon and red-apple flavors. It is a beautifully balanced wine that is ready to drink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rare NV Folies de la Marquetterie Brut has clear, fresh and subtle yet intense and super noble bouquet of fresh Pinot Noir fruit (50%) paired with the freshness and finesse of Chardonnay (50%). It is a full-bodied, round, intense and creamy textured Brut with a serious, persistent structure and the purity, finesse and elegance of Taittinger. The base wines were partly fermented in oak (30%), and malolactic fermentation was not prevented. This beautifully vinous sample was bottled in 2013 and was disgorged in January 2017 with a dosage of nine grams per liter. A great, refined and perfectly balanced Champagne with good length for a still pretty reasonable price.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eRobert Parker - Wine Advocate\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

Bollinger

Bollinger La Grande Année 2014

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Vintage

Base 2014

Aÿ

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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\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend of the 2014 vintage: 61% Pinot Noir, 39% Chardonnay. \u003cbr\u003e19 crus: mainly Aÿ and Verzenay for the Pinot Noir, Chouilly and Oiry for the Chardonnay. Exclusive use of the cuvée. Fermented entirely in aged oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Bollinger, only very high quality harvests become a vintage: the exceptional 2014 vintage gave rise to a wine that is simultaneously structured, rich and complex, in terms of both its minerality and exceptional intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaturation: Sealed with a natural cork and cellar aged for more than twice the time required by the Appellation. Dosage: Moderate, 8 grams per litre.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Mediterranean sea bass with grenailles potatoes and courgette flowers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Langoustine ravioli with foie gras and fleur de sel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- King scallops pan-fired in citrus butter with Kombu Royal seaweed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReviews\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“A truly great Bollinger by every measure, blessed with incredible longevity, and grand testimony to the wizardry of this house to draw out all the glories of endurance and elegance from a less than simple season.”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e97\/100 - Tyson Stelzer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Overall, this is an extremely beautiful and complex Bollinger on the finer and more elegant half of the whole. 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Olivier Horiot

Olivier Horiot Metisse Blancs et Noirs

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Extra Brut

NV

Les Riceys

What struck us about this cuvee is its richness coupled with freshness and the play between orchard and yellow fruit. The addition of pinot blanc elevates th... View more details

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Les Riceys

Olivier Horiot

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Likewise with the chalky minerality. Reminds me a lot of the Marie-Courtin cuvées that see some dosage. Great now, but could stand some time in the cellar for sure.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- \u003cem\u003eHead Sommelier, Aureole NYC \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e80% Pinot noir, 20% Pinot blanc with Organic and Biodynamic vineyard regime (although not certified). Base year is 2014 of which has spent 15 months in Oak barriques plus the addition of 20% reserve wine. Dosage is 2 g\/l and very low sulphur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVillages: En Barmont, Les Escharere, La Forêt. Les Prémalins \u0026amp; En Valingrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the southern-most part of the Champagne region, the Côte des Bar in the Aube department, there is the town of Les Riceys, where the slopes are blessed with the portlandian formation of Kimmeridgian chalk, that same great material that is the foundation of the finest Chablis and Sancerre. Except here the idea was to plant Pinot Noir on these chalky slopes, do a long maceration, often using whole bunches, and then age it at least years before its release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlivier Horiot took over the estate of his father Serge in 1999; though it bares his name due to inheritance, his wife Marie is essential to day-to-day operations and runs the cellar. They immediately started using organic and some biodynamic practices, as well as highlighting specific parcels in the effort of being more terroir-focused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs it is high in Pinot noir and an Extra Brut in dryness, it would most likely pair well with game like Duck, Goose and Turkey via Roasting tray. Throw in some vegetables like Beetroot, pumpkin and butternut squash for added earthy appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-10-31T20:09:38+11:00","created_at":"2018-08-16T20:39:56+10:00","vendor":"Olivier Horiot","type":"Extra Brut","tags":["Biodynamic","Club wines","Grower","New Arrival","Region: Les Riceys","spo-default","spo-disabled","Taste: Brioche","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Earthy","Taste: Fresh","Taste: Grapefruit","Taste: Nashi Pear","Taste: Pinot Noir Dominant","Taste: Spice","Taste: Stone","Year: NV"],"price":10500,"price_min":10500,"price_max":10500,"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":12949841510509,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"OLIVIER_METISSE_BDN","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Olivier Horiot Metisse Blancs et Noirs","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":10500,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Olivier-Horiot-Metisse-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1534416001"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Olivier-Horiot-Metisse-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1534416001","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":1120391757933,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Olivier-Horiot-Metisse-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1534416001"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Olivier-Horiot-Metisse-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1534416001","width":540}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003eWhat struck us about this cuvee is its richness coupled with freshness and the play between orchard and yellow fruit. The addition of pinot blanc elevates the wine and provides a minerality that is akin to a ‘stony’ or ‘earthy’ sensation. After the nose settled down, the fruit profile started to show some nashi pear, yellow grapefruit and spice. The palate remained uber dry and mouth puckeringly good..\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Meticulous farming meets meticulous winemaking. Very much on the ripe side, with little oxidation, and just enough dosage to stop it from being hollow (2g\/l). Lots of zesty fruit aromas (cherry, white apricot, white raspberry) with a sprinkling of varietal spice from the PN (cinnamon dust, candied rhubarb and rose). Brioche-y autolysis notes are present, but ride behind the fruit. Likewise with the chalky minerality. Reminds me a lot of the Marie-Courtin cuvées that see some dosage. Great now, but could stand some time in the cellar for sure.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- \u003cem\u003eHead Sommelier, Aureole NYC \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e80% Pinot noir, 20% Pinot blanc with Organic and Biodynamic vineyard regime (although not certified). Base year is 2014 of which has spent 15 months in Oak barriques plus the addition of 20% reserve wine. Dosage is 2 g\/l and very low sulphur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVillages: En Barmont, Les Escharere, La Forêt. Les Prémalins \u0026amp; En Valingrain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the southern-most part of the Champagne region, the Côte des Bar in the Aube department, there is the town of Les Riceys, where the slopes are blessed with the portlandian formation of Kimmeridgian chalk, that same great material that is the foundation of the finest Chablis and Sancerre. Except here the idea was to plant Pinot Noir on these chalky slopes, do a long maceration, often using whole bunches, and then age it at least years before its release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOlivier Horiot took over the estate of his father Serge in 1999; though it bares his name due to inheritance, his wife Marie is essential to day-to-day operations and runs the cellar. They immediately started using organic and some biodynamic practices, as well as highlighting specific parcels in the effort of being more terroir-focused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs it is high in Pinot noir and an Extra Brut in dryness, it would most likely pair well with game like Duck, Goose and Turkey via Roasting tray. Throw in some vegetables like Beetroot, pumpkin and butternut squash for added earthy appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}