Pinot Meunier

{"id":56660230172,"title":"Besserat de Bellefon Cuvée des Moines","handle":"besserat-de-bellefon-cuvee-des-moines-brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen the team first tasted this in Champagne, we noted yellow plum, autumn apple and ginger biscuit. This is lower in acidity than say the Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru and is designed to be easier drinking, with a soft palate with lots of warm yellow fruits, rockmelon and nashi pear. Added to the fruit characters are some deeper notes of croissant and mushroom. The blend is 45% pinot meunier, 20% pinot noir and 35% chardonnay, with fruit sourced from Oeuilly, Boursault and Cumieres for the meunier. A great example of meunier driven fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA charming house based in Epernay and owned by the Lanson BCC family of producers. The indefatigable Godefroy Baijot, who is the Global Export Manager, and talented winemaker Cedric Thiebault lead this maison. The most distinctive asset to this house is that all of their wines are made using low bar pressure. For those of you who may not have come across this, most champagne is made at 6 bar of pressure where as Besserat make it at 4.5 bar. How does this make the wines different? The good news is that there aren't any less bubbles, instead, the approach of the bubble on the palate is more delicate, which makes them especially suited to pairing with foods of all kinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur friends at Besserat, and their Chef Philippe Mille and Head Sommelier Philippe Jamesse (Domaine Les Crayères, Reims), suggest a chicken croquemis with powdered morel mushrooms and almond milk. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-05T12:59:23+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-05T13:04:16+10:00","vendor":"Besserat de Bellefon","type":"Brut (Low Bar Pressure)","tags":["gift guide","Low Bar Pressure","No Malolactic Fermentation","Region: Epernay","Taste: Autumn Apple","Taste: Biscuit","Taste: Creamy","Taste: Ginger Biscuit","Taste: Low Bar Pressure","Taste: Nashi Pear","Taste: No Malolactic Fermentation","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Rockmelon","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Yellow Plum","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":7500,"price_min":7500,"price_max":7500,"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":556980830236,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BESS_CDM_BRUT_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2589013606509,"product_id":56660230172,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T22:57:43+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T23:44:24+10:00","alt":"Besserat de Bellefon Cuvée des Moines (Low Bar Pressure) Brut Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/besserat-de-bellefon-cuvee-des-moines-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525527864","variant_ids":[556980830236]},"available":true,"name":"Besserat de Bellefon Cuvée des Moines - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":7500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/besserat-de-bellefon-cuvee-des-moines-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525527864"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/besserat-de-bellefon-cuvee-des-moines-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525527864","options":["Please select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eWhen the team first tasted this in Champagne, we noted yellow plum, autumn apple and ginger biscuit. This is lower in acidity than say the Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru and is designed to be easier drinking, with a soft palate with lots of warm yellow fruits, rockmelon and nashi pear. Added to the fruit characters are some deeper notes of croissant and mushroom. The blend is 45% pinot meunier, 20% pinot noir and 35% chardonnay, with fruit sourced from Oeuilly, Boursault and Cumieres for the meunier. A great example of meunier driven fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA charming house based in Epernay and owned by the Lanson BCC family of producers. The indefatigable Godefroy Baijot, who is the Global Export Manager, and talented winemaker Cedric Thiebault lead this maison. The most distinctive asset to this house is that all of their wines are made using low bar pressure. For those of you who may not have come across this, most champagne is made at 6 bar of pressure where as Besserat make it at 4.5 bar. How does this make the wines different? The good news is that there aren't any less bubbles, instead, the approach of the bubble on the palate is more delicate, which makes them especially suited to pairing with foods of all kinds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur friends at Besserat, and their Chef Philippe Mille and Head Sommelier Philippe Jamesse (Domaine Les Crayères, Reims), suggest a chicken croquemis with powdered morel mushrooms and almond milk. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":61879877660,"title":"Christophe Mignon Pur Meunier","handle":"christophe-mignon-pur-meunier-extra-brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a great example of how good a pure 100% pinot meunier can look when under the right hands. There is lots of juicy red apple, soft red fruits, spicy complexity and the right balance between fruit and acidity. It is brut nature (fermented to dryness with no added sugar) which highlights its vinous nature. There is a little tartness on the finish which is welcome. Overall, well-made grower champagne with plenty of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristophe Mignon comes from a long line of farmers in the hamlet of Le-Mesnil-le-Huttier, 13 miles west of Epernay.  His 6.3 hectares of vines were planted by his great-grandparents and are spread among thirty parcels. This area south of the Marne River is known for its high percentage of pinot meunier grapes, which is particularly well suited to the deep clay and chalky soils dominating the terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMignon’s unique approach to viticulture combines natural practices including biodynamics, phytotherapy, homeopathy and geobiology. He likens nature to a rubik’s cube, always changing and offering up new challenges. Christophe has the mind of an engineer and the heart and soul of a fifth generation farmer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristophe and his wife Laurence have followed the lunar calendar for 20 years, allowing the moon’s cycles to dictate their work in the vineyards and in the cellar. They strives to follow the rhythm of nature and explains, “the moon for a vigneron is like a metronome for a musician.”  In seeking harmony between the root system and everything that happens above ground, Mignon employs one person per hectare in his vineyards. This ambitious and costly ratio helps to obtain very low yields and directly contributes to the high quality of mature fruit at harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMignon prefers his wines on the drier side and picking at optimum ripeness allows for little to no dosage (added sugar). Additionally, very minimal amounts of sulfur are used. \u003c\/span\u003eSeán and Françoise Gilley - Terroirs Store\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Goats cheese and mushroom tart with flaky pastry... Or on it's own.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-07T11:19:29+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-07T11:21:06+10:00","vendor":"Christophe Mignon","type":"Brut Nature","tags":["artisan","Base vintage: 2012","Biodynamic","Grower","Organic","Region: Festigny","Taste: Biodynamic Producer","Taste: Grower","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Red Fruits","Taste: Textural","Taste: Vinous"],"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":707877273628,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"C_MIGNON_BRUT_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588821127277,"product_id":61879877660,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T20:23:47+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T20:24:47+10:00","alt":"Christophe Mignon Pur Meunier Extra Brut Nature Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/christophe-mignon-pur-meunier-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525515887","variant_ids":[707877273628]},"available":true,"name":"Christophe Mignon Pur Meunier - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":8900,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/christophe-mignon-pur-meunier-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525515887"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/christophe-mignon-pur-meunier-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525515887","options":["Please select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a great example of how good a pure 100% pinot meunier can look when under the right hands. There is lots of juicy red apple, soft red fruits, spicy complexity and the right balance between fruit and acidity. It is brut nature (fermented to dryness with no added sugar) which highlights its vinous nature. There is a little tartness on the finish which is welcome. Overall, well-made grower champagne with plenty of character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristophe Mignon comes from a long line of farmers in the hamlet of Le-Mesnil-le-Huttier, 13 miles west of Epernay.  His 6.3 hectares of vines were planted by his great-grandparents and are spread among thirty parcels. This area south of the Marne River is known for its high percentage of pinot meunier grapes, which is particularly well suited to the deep clay and chalky soils dominating the terrain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMignon’s unique approach to viticulture combines natural practices including biodynamics, phytotherapy, homeopathy and geobiology. He likens nature to a rubik’s cube, always changing and offering up new challenges. Christophe has the mind of an engineer and the heart and soul of a fifth generation farmer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChristophe and his wife Laurence have followed the lunar calendar for 20 years, allowing the moon’s cycles to dictate their work in the vineyards and in the cellar. They strives to follow the rhythm of nature and explains, “the moon for a vigneron is like a metronome for a musician.”  In seeking harmony between the root system and everything that happens above ground, Mignon employs one person per hectare in his vineyards. This ambitious and costly ratio helps to obtain very low yields and directly contributes to the high quality of mature fruit at harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMignon prefers his wines on the drier side and picking at optimum ripeness allows for little to no dosage (added sugar). Additionally, very minimal amounts of sulfur are used. \u003c\/span\u003eSeán and Françoise Gilley - Terroirs Store\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Goats cheese and mushroom tart with flaky pastry... Or on it's own.\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. 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\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","published_at":"2017-11-03T11:20:31+11:00","created_at":"2017-10-30T12:21:58+11:00","vendor":"Billecart-Salmon","type":"Brut","tags":["Brut","Cool fermentation","Edited For You","Family Owned","Grand Cru","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":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":4493804699676,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BILLE_BRUT_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586918912109,"product_id":342425206812,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T21:09:38+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T21:10:16+10:00","alt":"Billecart-Salmon Brut Reserve Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/billecart-salmon-brut-reserve-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525432216","variant_ids":[4493804699676]},"available":true,"name":"Billecart-Salmon Brut Reserve - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":8900,"weight":1670,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":5,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/billecart-salmon-brut-reserve-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525432216"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/billecart-salmon-brut-reserve-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525432216","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\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"}

{"id":56649154588,"title":"Aubry et Fils Premier Cru Brut","handle":"aubry-premier-cru-brut-nv","description":"\u003cp\u003eBright citrus, almond, lifted florals and definite mineral, wet stone character. The palate structure is underlined by the pinots here which fills the mouth and gives definition. This is is still super clean and fresh with naturally low dosage. Get involved and try Aubrys' beautifully expressive champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"One of the most original estates in Champagne ... a reference point for forgotten varieties ... the quality is consistently superb, and these are wines that are well worth seeking out.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeter Liem www.champagneguide.net\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe NV Brut is pretty, delicate and understated, with hints of dried pear, flower and mint that are laced throughout. Soft and inviting throughout, the brut is a great introduction to the Aubry Champagnes. The feminine, gracious finish only adds to the wine's considerable appeal. The current release is 50% 2012 and 50% a perpetual reserve that goes back to 1998. Dosage is 5.5 grams\/litre. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinous \/ Antonio Galloni\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for unusual, well-crafted champagne from a small producer, look no further. 45% pinot meunier 25% chardonnay 25% pinot poir and 5% arbanne, petit meslier and fromenteau (aka pinot gris) which are the more the historic varieties of champagne. This is a delicious example of what Aubry can produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\nSeared scallops with fresh lime and cucumber","published_at":"2017-09-05T12:44:35+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-05T12:47:25+10:00","vendor":"Aubry et Fils","type":"Brut","tags":["Base Year: 2012","Biodynamic","Brut","Extra Brut","Grower","Organic","Perpetual Solera","Premier Cru","Region: Jouy-les-Reims","Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Almond","Taste: Bright citrus","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Florals","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Nut","Taste: Nuts","Taste: Orchard fruit","Taste: Wet Stone","Under $100","Varieties: Arbanne","Varieties: Chardonnay","Varieties: Fromenteau","Varieties: Petit Meslier","Varieties: Pinot Meunier","Varieties: Pinot noir","Year: NV"],"price":7900,"price_min":7900,"price_max":7900,"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":556614189084,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"AUBRY_BRUT_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2589021175917,"product_id":56649154588,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T23:04:23+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T23:04:56+10:00","alt":"Aubry et Fils Premier Cru Brut Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/aubry-premier-cru-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525525496","variant_ids":[556614189084]},"available":true,"name":"Aubry et Fils Premier Cru Brut - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":7900,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":3,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/aubry-premier-cru-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525525496"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/aubry-premier-cru-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525525496","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eBright citrus, almond, lifted florals and definite mineral, wet stone character. The palate structure is underlined by the pinots here which fills the mouth and gives definition. This is is still super clean and fresh with naturally low dosage. Get involved and try Aubrys' beautifully expressive champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"One of the most original estates in Champagne ... a reference point for forgotten varieties ... the quality is consistently superb, and these are wines that are well worth seeking out.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeter Liem www.champagneguide.net\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe NV Brut is pretty, delicate and understated, with hints of dried pear, flower and mint that are laced throughout. Soft and inviting throughout, the brut is a great introduction to the Aubry Champagnes. The feminine, gracious finish only adds to the wine's considerable appeal. The current release is 50% 2012 and 50% a perpetual reserve that goes back to 1998. Dosage is 5.5 grams\/litre. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVinous \/ Antonio Galloni\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you're looking for unusual, well-crafted champagne from a small producer, look no further. 45% pinot meunier 25% chardonnay 25% pinot poir and 5% arbanne, petit meslier and fromenteau (aka pinot gris) which are the more the historic varieties of champagne. This is a delicious example of what Aubry can produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\nSeared scallops with fresh lime and cucumber"}

{"id":252419571740,"title":"Chevreux-Bournazel Ratafia 500 ml","handle":"chevreux-bournazel-ratafia","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiven the price per kilo of grapes in Champagne, there is no wonder that wine makers from the region choose to focus on the sparkling wine that is revered around the world and attracts an equally impressive purchase price. However, there are some other products that are produced in the region which are rarely seen, not sold in commercial quantities and are rarely talked about by anyone other than the winemaker. One of our favourite products from the region is Ratafia – expensive for the category due to where it comes from but fabulously decadent in flavour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRatafia is made using the grape juice of the third or fourth press of the grapes that would be other wise considered waste. Most champagne houses only use the first press – the cuvee – of the grape juice and are forbidden from using the third press, known as Rebeche, and beyond. This grape juice is then blended with a spirit to raise the alcohol level to about 18 degrees then aged. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRatafia has no fizz unlike champagne and is rich and loaded with sweetness and spice. The Ratafia from Chevreux-Bournazel is made in minuscule quantities and that is not surprising given that the entire estate is only 0.4 hectares! Expect candied cherry fruit, honey, nuts and mouth-filling deliciousness. Serve with a rich dessert.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The House\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps the smallest the vineyard in the region, but such a wonderful producer. This minuscule single plot of meunier is situated on a challenging 45 degree slope with a fortunate south facing aspect. The owners Julien and Stephanie produce a tiny 4 barrels of delightful biodynamic, 100% pinot meunier wine as well as a few bottles of Ratafia. We are incredibly privileged to have a small allocation of this rare stock. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBanoffee pie is the ultimate pairing with this Ratafia. Banana and toffee are a heavenly combination in this traditional sweet pie and will work a charm alongside the candied fruit and nuts of this limited release Ratafia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-18T17:05:22+11:00","created_at":"2017-10-18T17:13:02+11:00","vendor":"Chevreux-Bournazel","type":"Ratafia","tags":["Biodynamic","Chevreux Bournazel","Grower","Organic","Ratafia","Taste: Cherry","Taste: Dried Fruit","Taste: Family Grower","Taste: Honey","Taste: Mouth filling","Taste: Nuts","Taste: Organic","Taste: Rich","Taste: Sweet"],"price":5900,"price_min":5900,"price_max":5900,"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":3707532148764,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"C_BOURNRATA101","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588309553261,"product_id":252419571740,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T12:36:42+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T12:36:58+10:00","alt":"Chevreux Bournazel Ratafia Wine","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/chevreux-bournazel-ratafia-wine-image.jpg?v=1525487818","variant_ids":[3707532148764]},"available":true,"name":"Chevreux-Bournazel Ratafia 500 ml - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":5900,"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\/chevreux-bournazel-ratafia-wine-image.jpg?v=1525487818"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/chevreux-bournazel-ratafia-wine-image.jpg?v=1525487818","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiven the price per kilo of grapes in Champagne, there is no wonder that wine makers from the region choose to focus on the sparkling wine that is revered around the world and attracts an equally impressive purchase price. However, there are some other products that are produced in the region which are rarely seen, not sold in commercial quantities and are rarely talked about by anyone other than the winemaker. One of our favourite products from the region is Ratafia – expensive for the category due to where it comes from but fabulously decadent in flavour. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRatafia is made using the grape juice of the third or fourth press of the grapes that would be other wise considered waste. Most champagne houses only use the first press – the cuvee – of the grape juice and are forbidden from using the third press, known as Rebeche, and beyond. This grape juice is then blended with a spirit to raise the alcohol level to about 18 degrees then aged. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRatafia has no fizz unlike champagne and is rich and loaded with sweetness and spice. The Ratafia from Chevreux-Bournazel is made in minuscule quantities and that is not surprising given that the entire estate is only 0.4 hectares! Expect candied cherry fruit, honey, nuts and mouth-filling deliciousness. Serve with a rich dessert.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout The House\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps the smallest the vineyard in the region, but such a wonderful producer. This minuscule single plot of meunier is situated on a challenging 45 degree slope with a fortunate south facing aspect. The owners Julien and Stephanie produce a tiny 4 barrels of delightful biodynamic, 100% pinot meunier wine as well as a few bottles of Ratafia. We are incredibly privileged to have a small allocation of this rare stock. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBanoffee pie is the ultimate pairing with this Ratafia. Banana and toffee are a heavenly combination in this traditional sweet pie and will work a charm alongside the candied fruit and nuts of this limited release Ratafia. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e"}

{"id":454581714972,"title":"Terre de Meunier","handle":"dehours-et-fils-terre-de-meunier-extra-brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe are seeing more exciting Meunier dominant wines coming out of champagne and the Dehours estate is carving out immaculate, expressive and mouth-filling examples. This is fresher and lighter than the Grande Reserve in comparison with some yellow fruit, citrus peel, red apple and juicy acidity to keep the mouth alive. There is a small addition of reserve wine, it is aged in the cellar in barrel for about 20 months and in bottle for a further 18-30 months. The shorter time on lees, leaves for a fresher, lighter style of wine and with the low addition of only 2 g\/l of sugar, this makes for a lifted and clean style. Succumb to the Charm of Meunier, what do you have to lose?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited to introduce this all-new producer to Australia. The Dehours’ Estate makes wines from the family vineyards, following methods of production that respect biodiversity and maximise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e terroir expression. An example would be, working the soil and allowing grass to grow between the vines. The wines are aged on lees and clarified by natural settling without filtration or fining. Producer Jerome Dehours is a member of the 'Les Artisans du Champagne', which brings together high quality, mostly single estate champagne producers for an annual tasting. Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing lighter on it's feet than it's siblings, this would tie in nicely with grilled prawn with fresh lemon juice or a pan-seared white fleshy fish like Barramundi.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-12-18T13:45:39+11:00","created_at":"2017-11-30T15:37:59+11:00","vendor":"Dehours \u0026 Fils","type":"Blanc de Meunier Extra Brut","tags":["Blanc","Blanc de Noirs","Brut","Grower","New Arrival","Organic","Region: Mareuil-le-Port","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Citrus Peel","Taste: Fresh","Taste: Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Yellow Fruit","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":6032037675036,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DEHOUR_T_MEUN_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586892927085,"product_id":454581714972,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T20:43:12+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T20:43:34+10:00","alt":"Dehours Et Fils Terre De Meunier Extra Brut Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-et-fils-terre-de-meunier-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430614","variant_ids":[6032037675036]},"available":true,"name":"Terre de Meunier - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":8900,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-et-fils-terre-de-meunier-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430614"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-et-fils-terre-de-meunier-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430614","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eWe are seeing more exciting Meunier dominant wines coming out of champagne and the Dehours estate is carving out immaculate, expressive and mouth-filling examples. This is fresher and lighter than the Grande Reserve in comparison with some yellow fruit, citrus peel, red apple and juicy acidity to keep the mouth alive. There is a small addition of reserve wine, it is aged in the cellar in barrel for about 20 months and in bottle for a further 18-30 months. The shorter time on lees, leaves for a fresher, lighter style of wine and with the low addition of only 2 g\/l of sugar, this makes for a lifted and clean style. Succumb to the Charm of Meunier, what do you have to lose?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited to introduce this all-new producer to Australia. The Dehours’ Estate makes wines from the family vineyards, following methods of production that respect biodiversity and maximise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e terroir expression. An example would be, working the soil and allowing grass to grow between the vines. The wines are aged on lees and clarified by natural settling without filtration or fining. Producer Jerome Dehours is a member of the 'Les Artisans du Champagne', which brings together high quality, mostly single estate champagne producers for an annual tasting. Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing lighter on it's feet than it's siblings, this would tie in nicely with grilled prawn with fresh lemon juice or a pan-seared white fleshy fish like Barramundi.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":454656819228,"title":"Les Vignes de la Vallée","handle":"dehours-et-fils-vignes-de-la-vallee-brut-nv","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother Meunier-dominant wine from Dehours with 75% Meunier, 19% Chardonnay, 6% Pinot Noir. Like the Grande Reserve, this has 22% reserve wine from a Solera started by Jerome in 1998 and has aged for 4 years on lees. This has great minerality as do all the wines from this producer but in comparison to the Grande reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the aroma and palate exhibit notes of warm butter on fresh toast with the addition of young almonds, honeycomb and fresh fig.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited to introduce this all-new producer to Australia. The Dehours’ Estate makes wines from the family vineyards, following methods of production that respect biodiversity and maximise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e terroir expression. An example would be, working the soil and allowing grass to grow between the vines. The wines are aged on lees and clarified by natural settling without filtration or fining. Producer Jerome Dehours is a member of the 'Les Artisans du Champagne', which brings together high quality, mostly single estate champagne producers for an annual tasting. Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the foodies out there have heard of Iberico Ham from Spain. The pigs are fed a diet of acorns to develop rich, oily, nutty flavours in the meat. Jerome suggests one better than that which is Jabogo Ham and is arguably the most expensive Ham in the world. Other likely food friends are Foie Gras (in a Patê form that has been seasoned with some port or black pepper), Russian Oscietra Caviar, Mature Comte Cheese and perhaps a truffled pasta dish. Take your pick and treat yourself. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-12-18T12:29:04+11:00","created_at":"2017-11-30T16:00:47+11:00","vendor":"Dehours \u0026 Fils","type":"Brut","tags":["Brut","Grower","New Arrival","Organic","Region: Mareuil-le-Port","Taste: Aged 4 Years on Lees","Taste: Almond","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Butter","Taste: Fresh Fig","Taste: Honeycomb","Taste: Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Toast","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":6033607458844,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DEHOUR_VIGNES_DLVAL_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586891190381,"product_id":454656819228,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T20:41:08+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T20:41:25+10:00","alt":"Dehours Et Fils Vignes De La Vallee Brut NV Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-et-fils-vignes-de-la-vallee-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430485","variant_ids":[6033607458844]},"available":true,"name":"Les Vignes de la Vallée - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":8900,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-et-fils-vignes-de-la-vallee-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430485"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-et-fils-vignes-de-la-vallee-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430485","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother Meunier-dominant wine from Dehours with 75% Meunier, 19% Chardonnay, 6% Pinot Noir. Like the Grande Reserve, this has 22% reserve wine from a Solera started by Jerome in 1998 and has aged for 4 years on lees. This has great minerality as do all the wines from this producer but in comparison to the Grande reserve\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e the aroma and palate exhibit notes of warm butter on fresh toast with the addition of young almonds, honeycomb and fresh fig.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited to introduce this all-new producer to Australia. The Dehours’ Estate makes wines from the family vineyards, following methods of production that respect biodiversity and maximise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e terroir expression. An example would be, working the soil and allowing grass to grow between the vines. The wines are aged on lees and clarified by natural settling without filtration or fining. Producer Jerome Dehours is a member of the 'Les Artisans du Champagne', which brings together high quality, mostly single estate champagne producers for an annual tasting. Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost of the foodies out there have heard of Iberico Ham from Spain. The pigs are fed a diet of acorns to develop rich, oily, nutty flavours in the meat. Jerome suggests one better than that which is Jabogo Ham and is arguably the most expensive Ham in the world. Other likely food friends are Foie Gras (in a Patê form that has been seasoned with some port or black pepper), Russian Oscietra Caviar, Mature Comte Cheese and perhaps a truffled pasta dish. Take your pick and treat yourself. \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":522527932444,"title":"La Croix Joly Oeil de Perdrix","handle":"dehours-et-fils-la-croix-joly-oeil-de-perdrix-rose","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the same wine as La Croix Joly but the Rose version. Here we have Old-vine Meunier planted on a gentle north-eastern slope in a region called Troissy. What do 'Old-vines' bring to the table? Well, for the uninitiated, the yield for one is a lot less than a younger vineyard but the fruit is more intense, more characterful as the vines roots are deep in the soil. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOeil de Perdrix\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning '\u003cem\u003eeye of the partridge'\u003c\/em\u003e takes the name as the very pale pink denotes the tones in the glass. It is arguably the lightest Rose we have ever seen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is full of tangerine and orange peel with sweet red berries and toasty vanilla. If you enjoy dry champagne, this certainly has a very clean and mouthwatering sensation with fresh citrus, pink grapefruit and white peach finishing the ensemble. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited to introduce this all-new producer to Australia. The Dehours’ Estate makes wines from the family vineyards, following methods of production that respect biodiversity and maximise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e terroir expression. An example would be, working the soil and allowing grass to grow between the vines. The wines are aged on lees and clarified by natural settling without filtration or fining. Producer Jerome Dehours is a member of the 'Les Artisans du Champagne', which brings together high quality, mostly single estate champagne producers for an annual tasting. Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheer vibrancy and energy of the wine, bristling with fresh citrus acids would play well with a Tuna Nicoise Salad or Spaghetti Pangrattato with herbs, garlic and breadcrumbs. 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Here we have Old-vine Meunier planted on a gentle north-eastern slope in a region called Troissy. What do 'Old-vines' bring to the table? Well, for the uninitiated, the yield for one is a lot less than a younger vineyard but the fruit is more intense, more characterful as the vines roots are deep in the soil. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOeil de Perdrix\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning '\u003cem\u003eeye of the partridge'\u003c\/em\u003e takes the name as the very pale pink denotes the tones in the glass. It is arguably the lightest Rose we have ever seen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose is full of tangerine and orange peel with sweet red berries and toasty vanilla. If you enjoy dry champagne, this certainly has a very clean and mouthwatering sensation with fresh citrus, pink grapefruit and white peach finishing the ensemble. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited to introduce this all-new producer to Australia. The Dehours’ Estate makes wines from the family vineyards, following methods of production that respect biodiversity and maximise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e terroir expression. An example would be, working the soil and allowing grass to grow between the vines. The wines are aged on lees and clarified by natural settling without filtration or fining. Producer Jerome Dehours is a member of the 'Les Artisans du Champagne', which brings together high quality, mostly single estate champagne producers for an annual tasting. Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sheer vibrancy and energy of the wine, bristling with fresh citrus acids would play well with a Tuna Nicoise Salad or Spaghetti Pangrattato with herbs, garlic and breadcrumbs. Keep this away from strong salty cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

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The fruit shows autumn apple, stone fruit and spice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you love pinot-dominant champagne (ie; Bollinger, Veuve Clicquot, Gosset and Henri Giraud) then you'll enjoy this style. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLieu-Dit translates as 'said-location' and in the instance of wine, it refers to a single-parcel of vines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are excited to introduce this all-new producer to Australia. The Dehours’ Estate makes wines from the family vineyards, following methods of production that respect biodiversity and maximise\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e terroir expression. An example would be, working the soil and allowing grass to grow between the vines. The wines are aged on lees and clarified by natural settling without filtration or fining. Producer Jerome Dehours is a member of the 'Les Artisans du Champagne', which brings together high quality, mostly single estate champagne producers for an annual tasting. Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing so bold, powerful and richly texture, this would be at home with some Duck confit or in winter, some Cassoulet with beans and sausages.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-12-19T19:11:36+11:00","created_at":"2017-12-18T15:52:03+11:00","vendor":"Dehours \u0026 Fils","type":"Blanc de Meunier Extra Brut","tags":["Blanc","Blanc de Noirs","Brut","Grower","New Arrival","Organic","Region: Mareuil-le-Port","Taste: Autumn Apple","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Powerful","Taste: Red Fruits","Taste: Rich","Taste: Smokey","Taste: Spice","Taste: Stone Fruit","Year: 2009"],"price":10900,"price_min":10900,"price_max":10900,"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":6604194512924,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DEHOUR_LACROIX_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586884178029,"product_id":519687897116,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T20:32:12+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T20:32:26+10:00","alt":"Dehours Et Fils La Croix Joly Lieu Dit 2009 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-et-fils-la-croix-joly-lieu-dit-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525429946","variant_ids":[6604194512924]},"available":true,"name":"La Croix Joly 'Lieu-Dit' - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":10900,"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\/dehours-et-fils-la-croix-joly-lieu-dit-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525429946"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-et-fils-la-croix-joly-lieu-dit-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525429946","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere we have Old-vine Meunier planted on a gentle north-eastern slope in a region called Troissy. 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Whilst this was very easy to drink, we would certainly suggest pairing this with some food. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Vineyard. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Variety. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSingle Year.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZero dosage. Barrel-fermented. Biodynamic. \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnly 2,497 bottles made.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Nowack family has its roots in the Czech Republic, but it has been cultivating grapes in Vandières since 1795. Un until 1915 though, the family's main activity was to produce roof tiles and bricks. When the First World War conscription system was imposed, Ferdinand Nowack decided to produce his own champagne so the sales could provide for the family, whilst he and his son  were at the war front. After the war, they expanded their production and never looked back. 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