Pinot Meunier Focus

{"id":296052391964,"title":"Chevreux-Bournazel La Parcelle '13","handle":"chevreux-bournazel-la-parcelle-2013-extra-brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn amazingly rare cuvee from a single parcel in a small village called Connigis which based on very steep slopes. Pinot meunier plays the leading role here and is doing an excellent job at that. This is farmed biodynamically, fermented in oak with minimal filtration and has no malolactic fermentation. Expect rich layers of nougat, toasted spice, yellow plum fruit and a warmth. Bold mouthfeel, textured and layered with some of that warm spice coming through all the way to the finish. There is a creamy quality which is unusual for non-malo or no dosage. Meunier strikes again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a tiny 4 barrels of this full bodied biodynamic gem produced each year with the number of every bottle out of 650 hand written on the back. Emperor is fortunate to have a small allocation of this minuscule production. This is a great gift for a champagne connoisseur. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerhaps the smallest the vineyard in the region, but such a wonderful producer. This minuscule single plot of pinot 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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe would pair this with a warm mushroom tart with light goats cheese whilst soaking in the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-07T10:56:15+10:00","created_at":"2017-10-23T17:19:03+11:00","vendor":"Chevreux-Bournazel","type":"Extra Brut","tags":["Grower","Rare Collection","Rare Collections","Region: Connigis","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Biodynamic","Taste: No Filtration","Taste: No Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Nougat","Taste: Pinot Meunier","Taste: Spice","Taste: Textured","Taste: Yellow Fruit","Vintage","Year: 2013"],"price":16499,"price_min":16499,"price_max":16499,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":0,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":4105060352028,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"C_BOURN2013-1","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588295397485,"product_id":296052391964,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T12:15:11+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T12:15:36+10:00","alt":"Chevreux Bournazel La Parcelle 2013 Extra Brut Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/chevreux-bournazel-la-parcelle-2013-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525486536","variant_ids":[4105060352028]},"available":true,"name":"Chevreux-Bournazel La Parcelle '13 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":16499,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":0,"inventory_quantity":2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/chevreux-bournazel-la-parcelle-2013-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525486536"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/chevreux-bournazel-la-parcelle-2013-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525486536","options":["Please select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eAn amazingly rare cuvee from a single parcel in a small village called Connigis which based on very steep slopes. Pinot meunier plays the leading role here and is doing an excellent job at that. This is farmed biodynamically, fermented in oak with minimal filtration and has no malolactic fermentation. Expect rich layers of nougat, toasted spice, yellow plum fruit and a warmth. Bold mouthfeel, textured and layered with some of that warm spice coming through all the way to the finish. There is a creamy quality which is unusual for non-malo or no dosage. Meunier strikes again.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is a tiny 4 barrels of this full bodied biodynamic gem produced each year with the number of every bottle out of 650 hand written on the back. Emperor is fortunate to have a small allocation of this minuscule production. This is a great gift for a champagne connoisseur. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePerhaps the smallest the vineyard in the region, but such a wonderful producer. This minuscule single plot of pinot 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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe would pair this with a warm mushroom tart with light goats cheese whilst soaking in the sun.\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","Blanc de Noirs","Grower","Organic","Region: Festigny","Taste: Biodynamic Producer","Taste: Grower","Taste: Pinot Meunier","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Red Fruits","Taste: Textural","Taste: Vinous"],"price":9499,"price_min":9499,"price_max":9499,"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":9499,"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":454428229660,"title":"Dehours \u0026 Fils Grande Reserve","handle":"dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are into champagne or wines in fact that are mouth-filling, rich and speaks of it's origins then may we present to you, the 'Grande Reserve' from Jerome Dehours. It has 60% Pinot Meunier 30% Chardonnay 10% Pinot Noir with 26% Réserve wine from a Solera started in 1998.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect lifted citrus notes of orange peel and lemon rind with fleshy williams pear and yellow stone fruit; apricot. The palate flows on with these flavours with the addition of some spice and defined mineral edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite it's richness and bold character, there is plenty of refreshing acidity and minerality that carries through the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe adventurous and try something new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\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 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\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is on the richer style of champagne, you could experiment with the smaller, creamy Oysters and serve as an aperitif or it could also work well with some chargrilled beef, or slow-cooked lamb (which becomes tender and sweeter in texture) with lemon preserve to pick up those citrus notes in the wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-12-18T11:51:26+11:00","created_at":"2017-11-30T14:53:21+11:00","vendor":"Dehours \u0026 Fils","type":"Brut","tags":["Brut","Grower","New Arrival","Organic","Region: Mareuil-le-Port","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Lemon Zest","Taste: Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Orange Peel","Taste: Pinot Meunier","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Solera","Taste: Spice","Taste: Williams Pear","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":8499,"price_min":8499,"price_max":8499,"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":6027919753244,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DEHOUR_GRAND_RES_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586894631021,"product_id":454428229660,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T20:45:13+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T20:45:34+10:00","alt":"Dehours And Fils Grande Reserve Brut NV Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430734","variant_ids":[6027919753244]},"available":true,"name":"Dehours \u0026 Fils Grande Reserve - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":8499,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-6,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430734"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525430734","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are into champagne or wines in fact that are mouth-filling, rich and speaks of it's origins then may we present to you, the 'Grande Reserve' from Jerome Dehours. It has 60% Pinot Meunier 30% Chardonnay 10% Pinot Noir with 26% Réserve wine from a Solera started in 1998.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect lifted citrus notes of orange peel and lemon rind with fleshy williams pear and yellow stone fruit; apricot. The palate flows on with these flavours with the addition of some spice and defined mineral edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite it's richness and bold character, there is plenty of refreshing acidity and minerality that carries through the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe adventurous and try something new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\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 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\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is on the richer style of champagne, you could experiment with the smaller, creamy Oysters and serve as an aperitif or it could also work well with some chargrilled beef, or slow-cooked lamb (which becomes tender and sweeter in texture) with lemon preserve to pick up those citrus notes in the wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"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: Pinot Meunier","Taste: Rich","Taste: Sweet"],"price":6799,"price_min":6799,"price_max":6799,"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":6799,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":3,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/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":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\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","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Toast","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":9999,"price_min":9999,"price_max":9999,"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":"Dehours \u0026 Fils Les Vignes de la Vallée - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":9999,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-6,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"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":454581714972,"title":"Dehours \u0026 Fils 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","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":"Dehours \u0026 Fils 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":1375776768109,"title":"Dehours \u0026 Fils Les Vignes de la Vallée Magnum 1.5L","handle":"copy-of-les-vignes-de-la-vallee","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":"2018-07-25T20:43:36+10:00","vendor":"Dehours \u0026 Fils","type":"Brut","tags":["Brut","Grower","Magnun","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","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Toast","Year: NV"],"price":18900,"price_min":18900,"price_max":18900,"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":12520360280173,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DEHOUR_VIGNES_DLVAL_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3749828034669,"product_id":1375776768109,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-25T20:43:58+10:00","updated_at":"2018-07-25T20:43:58+10:00","alt":null,"width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Dehours-Les-Vignes-de-la-villee-Magnum-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532515438","variant_ids":[12520360280173]},"available":true,"name":"Dehours \u0026 Fils Les Vignes de la Vallée Magnum 1.5L - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":18900,"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-Les-Vignes-de-la-villee-Magnum-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532515438"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Dehours-Les-Vignes-de-la-villee-Magnum-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532515438","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"}

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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","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":"Dehours et Fils 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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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"}

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Sourced 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, virbrant 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. 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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\u003cp title=\"Page 1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 title=\"Page 1\"\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be paired caviar, lobster, old Comté or foie gras.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

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It is a terroir-focussed champagne and made entirely from the warm and generous 2009 harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is nothing short of a powerful and decadent champagne with tense mineral undertones yet with reviving acidity and clear expression of its home. If you love pinot-dominant champagne (ie; Bollinger, Veuve Clicquot, Gosset and Henri Giraud) then you'll love this. Be warned, it takes no prisoners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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. 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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\u003eIt is written that famous Chef Arnaud Lallement from L'Assiette Champenois in Reims made a truffled cheese toasted sandwich specifically for this wine in partnership with Jerome which we think is a stroke gastronomic genius. 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Good blanc de noirs shouldn't be fat, heavy and clumsy like a drunken tourist on a hot night. Rather, it should be \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elike a local sipping a negroni and keeping cool - suave and sophisticated - with smoke, leather and dark red fruit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJerome Dehours makes this 100% pinot noir from a single vineyard called 'Maisoncelle' which was originally planted in 1973. It is a terroir-focussed champagne and made entirely from the warm and generous 2009 harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result is nothing short of a powerful and decadent champagne with tense mineral undertones yet with reviving acidity and clear expression of its home. If you love pinot-dominant champagne (ie; Bollinger, Veuve Clicquot, Gosset and Henri Giraud) then you'll love this. Be warned, it takes no prisoners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\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\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is written that famous Chef Arnaud Lallement from L'Assiette Champenois in Reims made a truffled cheese toasted sandwich specifically for this wine in partnership with Jerome which we think is a stroke gastronomic genius. If truffle isn't for you then game would tie in nicely with its power and weight, particularly seared venison with beetroot and silverbeet puree. \u003c\/p\u003e"}

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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\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is on the richer style of champagne, you could experiment with the smaller, creamy Oysters and serve as an aperitif or it could also work well with some chargrilled beef, or slow-cooked lamb (which becomes tender and sweeter in texture) with lemon preserve to pick up those citrus notes in the wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-12-18T11:51:26+11:00","created_at":"2018-07-25T20:34:50+10:00","vendor":"Dehours \u0026 Fils","type":"Brut","tags":["Brut","Grower","New Arrival","Organic","Region: Mareuil-le-Port","Size: Magnum","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Lemon Zest","Taste: Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Orange Peel","Taste: Pinot Meunier","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Solera","Taste: Spice","Taste: Williams Pear","Year: NV"],"price":17900,"price_min":17900,"price_max":17900,"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":12520332165229,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DEHOUR_GRAND_RES_MAG","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3749816041581,"product_id":1375775293549,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-25T20:35:03+10:00","updated_at":"2018-07-25T20:35:03+10:00","alt":null,"width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Dehours-Grande-Reserve-Magnum-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532514903","variant_ids":[12520332165229]},"available":true,"name":"Dehours \u0026 Fils Grande Reserve Magnum 1.5L - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":17900,"weight":3100,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Dehours-Grande-Reserve-Magnum-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532514903"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Dehours-Grande-Reserve-Magnum-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532514903","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are into champagne or wines in fact that are mouth-filling, rich and speaks of it's origins then may we present to you, the 'Grande Reserve' from Jerome Dehours. It has 60% Pinot Meunier 30% Chardonnay 10% Pinot Noir with 26% Réserve wine from a Solera started in 1998.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect lifted citrus notes of orange peel and lemon rind with fleshy williams pear and yellow stone fruit; apricot. The palate flows on with these flavours with the addition of some spice and defined mineral edge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite it's richness and bold character, there is plenty of refreshing acidity and minerality that carries through the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe adventurous and try something new.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\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 terroir expression. An example would be, working the soil and allowing grass to grow between the vines. 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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\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is on the richer style of champagne, you could experiment with the smaller, creamy Oysters and serve as an aperitif or it could also work well with some chargrilled beef, or slow-cooked lamb (which becomes tender and sweeter in texture) with lemon preserve to pick up those citrus notes in the wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}