Dehours & Fils
Dehours & Fils Grande Reserve
Brut
NV
Mareuil-le-Port
Club Price $80.75 (?)
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Laherte Freres
Laherte Freres Rosé de Meunier
Rosé
Chavot
Club Price $98.80 (?)
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Cédric Moussé
Cédric Moussé L'Or d'Eugène | Blanc de Noirs
Extra Brut
NV
Cuisles
Club Price $81.70 (?)
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Egly Ouriet
Egly-Ouriet 'Vignes de Vrigny' Premier Cru
Blanc de Noirs
Ambonnay
Club Price $158.65 (?)
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Dehours & Fils
Dehours & Fils Terre de Meunier
Blanc de Noirs
NV
Mareuil-le-Port
Club Price $99.75 (?)
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Cédric Moussé
Cédric Moussé 'Les Vignes de Mon Village' Aged under cork
Blanc de Noirs
NV
Cuisles
Club Price $118.75 (?)
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This agency is the first member of Club Trésors de Champagne to make a Spécial Club wine of 100% Pinot Meunier and the first Club member to produce a Rosé de Saignée Spécial Club. In the vineyards, Cedric Moussé adheres to a ‘lutte raisonée’ approach. He practices organic viticulture, using herbal infusions that act as ‘vitamins’ for the vines, cover crops, zero pesticides, and minimal doses of heavy metals like copper. His new winery, completed in 2012 may be deceiving; the modern facility leads us to believe this is a new operation. Solar panels power the cellar, tasting room, and 2 houses on the property, while geothermal energy moderates temperature throughout the winery. An underground spring provides enough water for irrigation on the farm. Moussé works almost exclusively in stainless steel, with the exception of a small amount of Pinot Meunier destined for his rosé. All cuvées undergo malolactic fermentation. The resulting wines seem to gush with red and dark fruits characteristic of Pinot Meunier, and a structured, saline minerality - Peter Liem\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair with something that has salinity,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e like Samphire or sweet-edged herbs, tarragon. Citrus style dishes like Ceviché work work well with pink grapefruit and radish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n"}
Cédric Moussé
Cédric Moussé Terre d'Illitte '15 | Blanc de Noirs
Vintage
2015
Cuisles
Club Price $93.10 (?)
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It's lovely and round in the mouth whilst maintaining freshness and it offers great length as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blend of \u003c\/span\u003e95% Meunier and 5% Pinot noir | Aged 3-4 years on lees | 2015 Harvest | Green clay soils | Organic approach | Sustainable viticulture | Dosage 1.5 g\/L\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA grower since 1750, Champagne Moussé sits in the village of Cuisles, in a valley perpendicular to the Vallée de la Marne. This side valley has a unique soil in Champagne: a schist subsoil under clay. While Pinot Meunier often struggles to be taken seriously in Champagne, at Moussé, Pinot Meunier is celebrated. 80% of the vines planted are Meunier, with the balance planted to Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. 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Gosset
Gosset Blanc de Meunier
Blanc de Noirs
NV
Epernay
Club Price $227.05 (?)
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The 9-year aging in the cellar gives the Grand Blanc Cuvée de Meunier Extra-Brut a great complexity which brings out secondary and tertiary aromas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfter 9 years in the cellar, this 100% Meunier wine (Cumières, Pierry, Moussy, Vinay, Chavot, Monthelon, Hautvillers ...) reveals on the nose the authentic and fruity expression of this grape variety. with its aromas of summer fruits such as mirabelle, apricot and quince.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 years on lees with the base wine coming from 2007, 5 g\/l dosage and 10,000 bottles produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the oldest brands in the region, Gosset has been making wine in Champagne since the early 1500’s, well before Dom Perignon and his trusty winemaking monks put the sparkle into the wine in 1668. The house started out making still red wines in the former winemaking capital of Champagne, Aÿ and for many years resisted the sweeping sensation of making sparkling wine. The house to this day is focused on making it wine first before a champagne. This is in direct contrast to other houses that make acidic base wines purely for the purpose of making champagne. One of the key winemaking techniques is the absence of 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. 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Yes, it's \u003cem\u003eTHAT\u003c\/em\u003e good.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf you thought the Blanc de Noirs or Vintage would be the most powerful in the Gosset line-up, think again. This the debut release from Gosset and the Emperor tasting team tried this first hand with ever-charming Global Brand Ambassador -Bertrand Verduzzier. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmoky, mineral and full of ripe orchard fruit, the mouth expresses the generosity of Meunier. Wine making on Chardonnay lees (Avize and Cramant) enhances its salinity and natural freshness. 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The house started out making still red wines in the former winemaking capital of Champagne, Aÿ and for many years resisted the sweeping sensation of making sparkling wine. The house to this day is focused on making it wine first before a champagne. This is in direct contrast to other houses that make acidic base wines purely for the purpose of making champagne. One of the key winemaking techniques is the absence of malolactic fermentation. This preserves the pristine nature of the fruit and highlights its lively acidity and bracing energy. The wines therefore, benefit from an extended time in the cellar to gain their full potential. They would certainly have the potential to develop in yours. We have been impressed by all the cuvées, which recently arrived in Australia (September 2017) and the Grande Reserve Brut is an outstanding entry level champagne for a classy producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaviar and truffles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpert Review\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e93\/100\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Brilliant, straw-gold colour with a silvery mousse. Summery scents of quince, apricot and mirabelle plum, followed by an energetic palate of spice, fruit and no oak. An exceptional Meunier Champagne made for a long life, and a natural pairing partner for game meat or Asian dishes. Drinking Window 2019 - 2025.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMichael Edwards - Decanter\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Apollonis
Apollonis Authentic Meunier Blanc de Noirs
Blanc de Noirs
NV
Festigny
Club Price $79.80 (?)
{"id":4449771028589,"title":"Apollonis Authentic Meunier Blanc de Noirs","handle":"apollonis-authentic-meunier-blanc-de-noirs","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 100% meunier variety showing true expression from the Marne Valley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Expressive and complex wine made by ageing it to the sounds of music\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with Goats cheese and mushroom tart with flaky pastry... Or on it's own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Formerly called the Brut Réserve, this 100-percent meunier cuvée is Loriot’s entry-level, non-vintage brut. It’s full in body while remaining lively and fresh, showing notes of pink grapefruit, apricot and cranberry, underlined by a pleasing hint of bitter citrus peel. It finishes with a soft, stony minerality and fragrant fruit aromas, feeling harmonious and inviting\" Peter Liem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the old vine plot planted by his grandfather, Michel LORIOT composes a different cuvée, bringing this 100% Meunier to its highest quality. Low yields are formed from the 70-year old vines, providing concentrated flavours and depth of texture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Michel Loriot range of champagnes bears the name champagne Apollonis. Found in the small village of Festigny, the Apollonis estate owns 7 hectares of vines comprising 20 or so separate plots planted for the most part with pinot meunier (80%), some chardonnay (18%) and a little pinot noir (2%). The estate has been awarded the high environmental value (HVE) certificate, the highest award recognizing respect and care for the land, the environment and its biodiversity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFestigny has relatively chalky soils for the Vallee de la Marne and the village itself lies in the warm valley, fully exposed to the sun. Within this valley is a solitary hill upon which the best vineyards of the village are located. With its steep slopes and a crown of trees on top, it is almost reminiscent of the hill of Corton in burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of this domaine’s vineyards are found surrounding this hill, planted on steep slopes in clay rich in marl and limestone. Only natural fertilizers are used to treat the vineyards (it’s been over a decade since Michel has eradicated all use of herbicides). Michel firmly believes that getting things right in the vineyard allows healthy grapes to be harvested, which enables minimal intervention in the winemaking process.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProduction is a mere 300 000 bottles a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMusic in champagne\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Loriot’s wines show a rich vinosity, expressing the characters of both the meunier grape and of this section of the Marne’s left bank. They tend to be substantial wines, as might be expected from these clay soils, yet they also demonstrate a lively finesse and prominent acidity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs of late 2012, Michel Loriot, an aficionado of classical music, has unveiled a new branding scheme for the estate, with labels reflecting a musical theme. Music plays a role in the aging of the wines as well—Loriot believes that its vibrations make a positive contribution to the texture and finesse of the wine as it ages, and he has installed speakers throughout his cellars. Along with the rebranding, he has renamed all of his cuvées as well, and the new collection comprises eight champagnes, grouped into three categories: Les Classiques, Les Mutines and Les Virtuoses.\" Peter Liem\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-04-22T11:21:03+10:00","created_at":"2019-12-16T16:06:26+11:00","vendor":"Apollonis","type":"Blanc de Noirs","tags":["Brut","Grower","Kyri's Selection","New Arrival","Premier Cru","Region: Festigny","Reserve Wines","spo-default","spo-disabled","Sustainable","Taste: 5 Years on Lees","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Cranberry","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pink Grapefruit","Taste: Pinot Meunier","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Spice","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Texture","Under $100","Varieties: Pinot Meunier","Year: NV"],"price":8495,"price_min":8495,"price_max":8495,"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":31647609585773,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"APOLLONIS_BDN","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":13919684821101,"product_id":4449771028589,"position":1,"created_at":"2019-12-19T11:39:33+11:00","updated_at":"2019-12-19T11:39:33+11:00","alt":null,"width":700,"height":900,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/apollonis-authentic-meunier-bdn-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1576715973","variant_ids":[31647609585773]},"available":true,"name":"Apollonis Authentic Meunier Blanc de Noirs - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":8495,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":8,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"3588760000180","featured_media":{"alt":null,"id":6090179641453,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.778,"height":900,"width":700,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/apollonis-authentic-meunier-bdn-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1576715973"}},"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/apollonis-authentic-meunier-bdn-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1576715973"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/apollonis-authentic-meunier-bdn-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1576715973","options":["Please Select"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":6090179641453,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.778,"height":900,"width":700,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/apollonis-authentic-meunier-bdn-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1576715973"},"aspect_ratio":0.778,"height":900,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/apollonis-authentic-meunier-bdn-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1576715973","width":700}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 100% meunier variety showing true expression from the Marne Valley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Expressive and complex wine made by ageing it to the sounds of music\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with Goats cheese and mushroom tart with flaky pastry... Or on it's own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Formerly called the Brut Réserve, this 100-percent meunier cuvée is Loriot’s entry-level, non-vintage brut. It’s full in body while remaining lively and fresh, showing notes of pink grapefruit, apricot and cranberry, underlined by a pleasing hint of bitter citrus peel. It finishes with a soft, stony minerality and fragrant fruit aromas, feeling harmonious and inviting\" Peter Liem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the old vine plot planted by his grandfather, Michel LORIOT composes a different cuvée, bringing this 100% Meunier to its highest quality. Low yields are formed from the 70-year old vines, providing concentrated flavours and depth of texture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Michel Loriot range of champagnes bears the name champagne Apollonis. Found in the small village of Festigny, the Apollonis estate owns 7 hectares of vines comprising 20 or so separate plots planted for the most part with pinot meunier (80%), some chardonnay (18%) and a little pinot noir (2%). The estate has been awarded the high environmental value (HVE) certificate, the highest award recognizing respect and care for the land, the environment and its biodiversity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFestigny has relatively chalky soils for the Vallee de la Marne and the village itself lies in the warm valley, fully exposed to the sun. Within this valley is a solitary hill upon which the best vineyards of the village are located. With its steep slopes and a crown of trees on top, it is almost reminiscent of the hill of Corton in burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of this domaine’s vineyards are found surrounding this hill, planted on steep slopes in clay rich in marl and limestone. Only natural fertilizers are used to treat the vineyards (it’s been over a decade since Michel has eradicated all use of herbicides). Michel firmly believes that getting things right in the vineyard allows healthy grapes to be harvested, which enables minimal intervention in the winemaking process.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProduction is a mere 300 000 bottles a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMusic in champagne\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"Loriot’s wines show a rich vinosity, expressing the characters of both the meunier grape and of this section of the Marne’s left bank. They tend to be substantial wines, as might be expected from these clay soils, yet they also demonstrate a lively finesse and prominent acidity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs of late 2012, Michel Loriot, an aficionado of classical music, has unveiled a new branding scheme for the estate, with labels reflecting a musical theme. Music plays a role in the aging of the wines as well—Loriot believes that its vibrations make a positive contribution to the texture and finesse of the wine as it ages, and he has installed speakers throughout his cellars. Along with the rebranding, he has renamed all of his cuvées as well, and the new collection comprises eight champagnes, grouped into three categories: Les Classiques, Les Mutines and Les Virtuoses.\" Peter Liem\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Flavien Nowack
Flavien Nowack La Fontinette '13
Blanc de Noirs
2013
Vandieres
Club Price $141.55 (?)
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Biodynamic. \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnly 2,497 bottles made\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we love about this is it's attractive and complex aroma filled with ripe grapefruit, ginger biscuit and spice however the texture on the tongue is velvet-like, smooth and effortless like water off a ducks back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intensity and layers of flavour build in a crescendo with yellow stone-fruit, orange peel and that undeniable wet-stone-mineral charge, enticing you at each moment and commanding your attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stands up to top Grand-Marque champagne and delivers in spades. Whilst this was very easy to drink, we would certainly suggest pairing this with some food. \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. Terroir - Caroline Henry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlavien joined his father in 2012 and decided to make some changes, notably, moving towards tilling the earth, incorporating biodynamic principles and being creating terroir-driven champagne. He studied at Avize university and was classmates with Guillaume Selosse, son of the infamous Anselme and it was he who showed him the differences in soil types and farming methods that encourage personality and expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually we would be using the acidity and fruit profile to work in with a dish however as this wine is so suave and decadent with a herbal-mineral edge, we would suggest going for a dish with similar richness like a creamy mushroom and herb linguine or homemade Vitello Tonnato - \u003cspan\u003ean Italian dish of cold, sliced veal covered with a creamy, mayonnaise-like sauce that has been flavoured with tuna.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-05-28T17:08:35+10:00","created_at":"2018-05-22T06:09:03+10:00","vendor":"Flavien Nowack","type":"Blanc de Noirs","tags":["$100-200","Grower","New Arrival","Organic","Region: Vandieres","spo-default","spo-disabled","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Biodynamic","Taste: Biodynamic Producer","Taste: Creamy","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Orange Peel","Taste: Pinot Meunier","Taste: Spice","Taste: Texture","Taste: Velvet","Taste: Wet Stone","Taste: Yellow Fruit","Year: 2013"],"price":14999,"price_min":14999,"price_max":14999,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":12105314074733,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"FLAV_NOW_FONT_13","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3544876974189,"product_id":1297328898157,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-28T16:01:49+10:00","updated_at":"2018-07-06T16:53:00+10:00","alt":null,"width":535,"height":835,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/flavien-nowack-La-Fontinette-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1530859980","variant_ids":[12105314074733]},"available":false,"name":"Flavien Nowack La Fontinette '13 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":14999,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"","featured_media":{"alt":null,"id":1034790764653,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.641,"height":835,"width":535,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/flavien-nowack-La-Fontinette-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1569098797"}},"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/flavien-nowack-La-Fontinette-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1530859980"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/flavien-nowack-La-Fontinette-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1530859980","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":1034790764653,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.641,"height":835,"width":535,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/flavien-nowack-La-Fontinette-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1569098797"},"aspect_ratio":0.641,"height":835,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/flavien-nowack-La-Fontinette-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1569098797","width":535}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cp\u003e- 100% Meunier coming from a single vineyard planted in 1956 called 'La Fontinette'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Single Vineyard. Single Variety. Single Year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Zero dosage. Barrel-fermented. Biodynamic. \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnly 2,497 bottles made\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat we love about this is it's attractive and complex aroma filled with ripe grapefruit, ginger biscuit and spice however the texture on the tongue is velvet-like, smooth and effortless like water off a ducks back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intensity and layers of flavour build in a crescendo with yellow stone-fruit, orange peel and that undeniable wet-stone-mineral charge, enticing you at each moment and commanding your attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis stands up to top Grand-Marque champagne and delivers in spades. Whilst this was very easy to drink, we would certainly suggest pairing this with some food. \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. Terroir - Caroline Henry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlavien joined his father in 2012 and decided to make some changes, notably, moving towards tilling the earth, incorporating biodynamic principles and being creating terroir-driven champagne. He studied at Avize university and was classmates with Guillaume Selosse, son of the infamous Anselme and it was he who showed him the differences in soil types and farming methods that encourage personality and expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUsually we would be using the acidity and fruit profile to work in with a dish however as this wine is so suave and decadent with a herbal-mineral edge, we would suggest going for a dish with similar richness like a creamy mushroom and herb linguine or homemade Vitello Tonnato - \u003cspan\u003ean Italian dish of cold, sliced veal covered with a creamy, mayonnaise-like sauce that has been flavoured with tuna.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Dehours & Fils
Dehours & Fils Les Vignes de la Vallée
Brut
NV
Mareuil-le-Port
Club Price $103.55 (?)
{"id":454656819228,"title":"Dehours \u0026 Fils Les Vignes de la Vallée","handle":"dehours-et-fils-vignes-de-la-vallee-brut-nv","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Specialist Marne Valley producer using organic treatments in his vineyards \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- A great introduction to grower champagne at a reasonable price\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with Jabogo Ham (see food suggestion below)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother Meunier-dominant wine from Dehours with 75% Meunier, 19% Chardonnay, 6% Pinot Noir.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 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. 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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"}
Cédric Moussé
Cédric Moussé Rosé Effusion
Rosé
NV
Cuisles
Club Price $96.90 (?)
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Chevreux-Bournazel
Chevreux-Bournazel Ratafia 500 ml
Ratafia
Club Price $65.55 (?)
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Apollonis
Apollonis Authentic Meunier Blanc de Noirs Magnum 1.5L
Blanc de Noirs
NV
Festigny
Club Price $175.75 (?)
{"id":4795394818157,"title":"Apollonis Authentic Meunier Blanc de Noirs Magnum 1.5L","handle":"apollonis-authentic-meunier-blanc-de-noirs-magnum","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 100% meunier variety showing true expression from the Marne Valley\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Expressive and complex wine made by ageing it to the sounds of music\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with Goats cheese and mushroom tart with flaky pastry... Or on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormerly called the Brut Réserve, this 100-percent meunier cuvée is Loriot’s entry-level, non-vintage brut. It’s full in body while remaining lively and fresh, showing notes of pink grapefruit, apricot and cranberry, underlined by a pleasing hint of bitter citrus peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt finishes with a soft, stony minerality and fragrant fruit aromas, feeling harmonious and inviting\" Peter Liem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the old vine plot planted by his grandfather, Michel LORIOT composes a different cuvée, bringing this 100% Meunier to its highest quality. Low yields are formed from the 70-year old vines, providing concentrated flavours and depth of texture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Michel Loriot range of champagnes bears the name champagne Apollonis. Found in the small village of Festigny, the Apollonis estate owns 7 hectares of vines comprising 20 or so separate plots planted for the most part with pinot meunier (80%), some chardonnay (18%) and a little pinot noir (2%). The estate has been awarded the high environmental value (HVE) certificate, the highest award recognizing respect and care for the land, the environment and its biodiversity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFestigny has relatively chalky soils for the Vallee de la Marne and the village itself lies in the warm valley, fully exposed to the sun. Within this valley is a solitary hill upon which the best vineyards of the village are located. With its steep slopes and a crown of trees on top, it is almost reminiscent of the hill of Corton in burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of this domaine’s vineyards are found surrounding this hill, planted on steep slopes in clay rich in marl and limestone. Only natural fertilizers are used to treat the vineyards (it’s been over a decade since Michel has eradicated all use of herbicides). Michel firmly believes that getting things right in the vineyard allows healthy grapes to be harvested, which enables minimal intervention in the winemaking process.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProduction is a mere 300 000 bottles a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMusic in champagne\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Loriot’s wines show a rich vinosity, expressing the characters of both the meunier grape and of this section of the Marne’s left bank. They tend to be substantial wines, as might be expected from these clay soils, yet they also demonstrate a lively finesse and prominent acidity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs of late 2012, Michel Loriot, an aficionado of classical music, has unveiled a new branding scheme for the estate, with labels reflecting a musical theme. Music plays a role in the aging of the wines as well—Loriot believes that its vibrations make a positive contribution to the texture and finesse of the wine as it ages, and he has installed speakers throughout his cellars. 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Or on its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormerly called the Brut Réserve, this 100-percent meunier cuvée is Loriot’s entry-level, non-vintage brut. It’s full in body while remaining lively and fresh, showing notes of pink grapefruit, apricot and cranberry, underlined by a pleasing hint of bitter citrus peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt finishes with a soft, stony minerality and fragrant fruit aromas, feeling harmonious and inviting\" Peter Liem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the old vine plot planted by his grandfather, Michel LORIOT composes a different cuvée, bringing this 100% Meunier to its highest quality. Low yields are formed from the 70-year old vines, providing concentrated flavours and depth of texture. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Michel Loriot range of champagnes bears the name champagne Apollonis. Found in the small village of Festigny, the Apollonis estate owns 7 hectares of vines comprising 20 or so separate plots planted for the most part with pinot meunier (80%), some chardonnay (18%) and a little pinot noir (2%). The estate has been awarded the high environmental value (HVE) certificate, the highest award recognizing respect and care for the land, the environment and its biodiversity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFestigny has relatively chalky soils for the Vallee de la Marne and the village itself lies in the warm valley, fully exposed to the sun. Within this valley is a solitary hill upon which the best vineyards of the village are located. With its steep slopes and a crown of trees on top, it is almost reminiscent of the hill of Corton in burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of this domaine’s vineyards are found surrounding this hill, planted on steep slopes in clay rich in marl and limestone. Only natural fertilizers are used to treat the vineyards (it’s been over a decade since Michel has eradicated all use of herbicides). Michel firmly believes that getting things right in the vineyard allows healthy grapes to be harvested, which enables minimal intervention in the winemaking process.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProduction is a mere 300 000 bottles a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMusic in champagne\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Loriot’s wines show a rich vinosity, expressing the characters of both the meunier grape and of this section of the Marne’s left bank. They tend to be substantial wines, as might be expected from these clay soils, yet they also demonstrate a lively finesse and prominent acidity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs of late 2012, Michel Loriot, an aficionado of classical music, has unveiled a new branding scheme for the estate, with labels reflecting a musical theme. Music plays a role in the aging of the wines as well—Loriot believes that its vibrations make a positive contribution to the texture and finesse of the wine as it ages, and he has installed speakers throughout his cellars. Along with the rebranding, he has renamed all of his cuvées as well, and the new collection comprises eight champagnes, grouped into three categories: Les Classiques, Les Mutines and Les Virtuoses.\" Peter Liem\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Dehours & Fils
Dehours & Fils Trio Solera Reserve (Extremely Limited)
Prestige
NV
Mareuil-le-Port
Club Price $175.75 (?)
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The “Trio S” cuvée showcases the history of Champagne Dehours in a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced exclusively from the perpetual reserve started in 1998, this wine is deeply rich with a bouquet of ripe pear and apple, dry leaves, subtle black tea and baked French baguette laced in mineral tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautiful density on the palate is silky, delicate and lifted by sensational tiny bubbles. Drink now in a big white wine glass – Brut – Dosage 7g\/l.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Solera method removes 30% of wine each year and is replaced with new wine. The blend is 60% Meunier 35% Chardonnay 5% Pinot noir – the field blend. Lovely mature notes and very gentle effect of oak. Not raw, vibrant and beautiful. Some kept in vat, some in oak.\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 title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","published_at":"2021-07-07T16:28:05+10:00","created_at":"2018-07-25T20:47:49+10:00","vendor":"Dehours \u0026 Fils","type":"Prestige","tags":["$100-200","Brut","Exclusive","Grower","New Arrival","Rare Collection","Region: Mareuil-le-Port","spo-default","spo-disabled","Sustainable","Taste: 100% Reserve Wine","Taste: apple compote","Taste: Baguette","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Perpetual Solera","Taste: Pinot Meunier","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Ripe Pear","Taste: SIlky","Taste: Smokey","Taste: Spice","Taste: Texture","Year: NV"],"price":18500,"price_min":18500,"price_max":18500,"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":12520369553517,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DEHOUR_TRIO_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3749832851565,"product_id":1375777357933,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-25T20:48:11+10:00","updated_at":"2020-04-24T17:35:57+10:00","alt":"Dehours-et-fils-Trio-reserve-Champagne-Emperor.jpg","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Dehours-Trio-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1587713757","variant_ids":[12520369553517]},"available":true,"name":"Dehours \u0026 Fils Trio Solera Reserve (Extremely Limited) - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":18500,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":4,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"","featured_media":{"alt":"Dehours-et-fils-Trio-reserve-Champagne-Emperor.jpg","id":1087854674029,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Dehours-Trio-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1569109273"}},"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Dehours-Trio-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1587713757"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Dehours-Trio-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1587713757","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":"Dehours-et-fils-Trio-reserve-Champagne-Emperor.jpg","id":1087854674029,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Dehours-Trio-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1569109273"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Dehours-Trio-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1569109273","width":540}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Specialist Marne Valley producer using organic treatments in his vineyards \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- A rare wine made using only 100% reserve wine. Expect a punch of flavour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with caviar, lobster, old Comté or foie gras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDehours Champagnes are eagerly sought after by champagne enthusiasts for their renowned ‘Meunier style’; bold, flavourful and demonstrating a clear terroir-orientated approach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon tasting, you’ll understand how the characteristics of the Pinot Meunier grape have become inextricably linked to the identity of this iconic vineyard. The “Trio S” cuvée showcases the history of Champagne Dehours in a bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSourced exclusively from the perpetual reserve started in 1998, this wine is deeply rich with a bouquet of ripe pear and apple, dry leaves, subtle black tea and baked French baguette laced in mineral tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beautiful density on the palate is silky, delicate and lifted by sensational tiny bubbles. 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Dehours & Fils
Dehours & Fils Les Vignes de la Vallée Magnum 1.5L
Brut
NV
Mareuil-le-Port
Club Price $204.25 (?)
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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. 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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"}
Dehours & Fils
Dehours & Fils Grande Reserve Magnum 1.5L
Brut
NV
Mareuil-le-Port
Club Price $185.25 (?)
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Chartogne-Taillet
Chartogne-Taillet Beaux Sens '11
Blanc de Noirs
2011
Merfy
Club Price $147.25 (?)
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Perseval-Farge
Perseval-Farge 'Cuvee de Pinots'
Blanc de Noirs
NV
Club Price $99.75 (?)
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Plenty of freshness and elegance as it was all harvested in excellent years (2013 plus a little 2012 reserve wine) and plenty of bright savoury fruit and a little of that Montagne de reims spice we sometimes see in the fruit. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great way to explore the black grapes as a blend from an excellent and well-respected producer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e45% Pinot noir 55% Meunier with 86% coming from the 2013 harvest and just 14% from 2012. Disgorged May 2020 with about 6.5 g\/L dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eEstablished in 1808 in Chamery which is a Premier Cru in the main region of Montagne de Reims. Currently this 4-hectare estate is run by the 5th Generation Benoist and Isabelle Perseval. It was back in 1990 when they identified the 6 separate ‘Lieu-Dit’ or parcels that they use for blending across the range and keeping some for individual expressions. They use oak barrels for all or part of their vinifications and they are set in maintaining their heritage with the ‘older and lesser known varieties of Arbanne, Petit Meslier, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair with smoked duck breast, fig and perhaps a moroccan cous cous\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Benoît Déhu
Benoît Déhu 'Les Rue des Noyers' Blanc de Noirs '15
Blanc de Noirs
2015
Club Price $147.25 (?)
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Apollonis
Apollonis Palmyre Brut Nature
Extra Brut
NV
Festigny
Club Price $89.30 (?)
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Timothée Stroebel
Timothée Stroebel Le Vin Tranquille '16
Coteaux Champenois (Still Wine)
2016
Club Price $136.80 (?)
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This is a delightful Coteaux champenois and a food wine for sure\" - Nesh Simic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTasting note: Dense, savoury, velvety. Liquid Charisma! Grippy and concentrated and 'cool climate-lush'. Herbal forest floor-chalky cranberry-spiced \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003ered currant\u003c\/span\u003e-\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003elicorice\u003c\/span\u003e raspberry-pain d'epice, hints of earth and iron and spice and everything nice. Somewhere between Fleurie, Saint Joseph and Barolo. 93 points. Paired w\/truffle brie - Champagne Spy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Coteaux Champenois?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell, there are four categories of champagne, which are;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Clear champagne - sparkling which is the most common\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Rosé champagne - sparkling that is blended or macerated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Coteaux Champenois - Still red, white and Rosé (as in Rosé de Riceys) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Ratafia de Champagne - a still, sweet wine, similar to Port\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have chosen the Coteaux Champenois from Timothee as this wine is one of the better examples of this style if you have never had it before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampagne, despite its lofty reputation, has borne the brunt of chemical farming, perhaps more so than any other French wine region. 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The initial flavours are of blackberry conserve with red berries coming through. The tannins as you would expect from this type of wine are dry and heightened with some raspberry tang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGiven some time in the glass the flavours open up to creamed blueberry and the tannins soften giving way to a light-to-medium body. This is a delightful Coteaux champenois and a food wine for sure\" - Nesh Simic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTasting note: Dense, savoury, velvety. Liquid Charisma! Grippy and concentrated and 'cool climate-lush'. Herbal forest floor-chalky cranberry-spiced \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003ered currant\u003c\/span\u003e-\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 14px;\"\u003elicorice\u003c\/span\u003e raspberry-pain d'epice, hints of earth and iron and spice and everything nice. Somewhere between Fleurie, Saint Joseph and Barolo. 93 points. Paired w\/truffle brie - Champagne Spy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a Coteaux Champenois?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell, there are four categories of champagne, which are;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Clear champagne - sparkling which is the most common\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Rosé champagne - sparkling that is blended or macerated\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Coteaux Champenois - Still red, white and Rosé (as in Rosé de Riceys) \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Ratafia de Champagne - a still, sweet wine, similar to Port\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have chosen the Coteaux Champenois from Timothee as this wine is one of the better examples of this style if you have never had it before.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampagne, despite its lofty reputation, has borne the brunt of chemical farming, perhaps more so than any other French wine region. It’s thanks to an increasing handful of growers like Timothée that the soils here are beginning to slowly recover from decades of chemical abuse. They are leading the way, and others are beginning to follow, a little like a positive version of a vinous Pied Piper. The ecosystem doesn’t die; instead it strengthens and flourishes. Timothée achieved his organic certification in 2014 after over a decade's work to regenerate his soils. He works almost without machines, instead working his soils by horse and plough with his own two horses, Bijou and Quina. All his vineyard work is carried out with the goal of promoting soil health; in order to boost the vineyards’ ecosystem and attract insects and birds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}