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{"id":259787816988,"title":"Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label NV","handle":"veuve-clicquot-yellow-label-brut-nv","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 173\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"It takes Dominique Demarville and his team four months of daily tastings to make Yellow Label, tasting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2000 different wines and selecting 400–500 to make up the final blend. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir expertise is reflected in a gentle trajectory of refinement over recent years, and the 2012 base represents \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea compelling Yellow Label. Since stronger vintages are demanded to resource Vintage and La Grande Dame production, levels of reserves are increased to sustain Yellow Label volumes, hence a record of a phenomenal 55% reserves in the great 2012 season. Pinot noir leads out \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econfidently with a fleshy mid-palate and bright finish of red apple, strawberry and mixed spice, over a toasty and bready backdrop of bottle-derived complexity, finishing with touches of dry, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edusty phenolic grip and good persistence. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLively acid line and well-integrated dosage make for a vibrant, well-assembled, accurate and appealing apéritif. Thanks to a strong representation of 42% reserves, the 2011 blend is a standout for its season, upholding balanced poise and a core of fresh fruit integrity.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArguably, the most recognizable Champagne brand in the world. The Yellow adorned on their labels – looks orange but is in fact the colour of the great Madame Clicquots’ favourite duck’s yolk. An established and major segment of the Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy Stable, Monsieur Dominique Demarville, is only the 10\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e Cellar Master in 240 years at the great house. The non-vintage Clicquot has been a dinner party staple for many a year and brings with it an approachable style that has a dominance of Pinot Noir and Meunier with a large proportion of reserve wines. Look out for the non-vintage Rosé which is identical in production to its NV brother but with the addition of 12% Red wine from some of the best Grand Cru sites; Ambonnay, Bouzy, Verzy \u0026amp; Verzenay. The Rosé has been flying under the radar for too long and deserves your attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis would be ideal for a summer picnic with cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches, potato salads and cherry pie. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-19T12:33:17+11:00","created_at":"2017-10-19T12:34:52+11:00","vendor":"Veuve Clicquot","type":"Brut","tags":["Base Vintage: 2011","Region: Reims","Taste: 50% Reserve Wines","Taste: Pinot Noir Dominant","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Spice","Taste: Strawberry","Taste: Toasty","Year: NV"],"price":6499,"price_min":6499,"price_max":6499,"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":3749902319644,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"VEUVE_CLIQ201","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588302213229,"product_id":259787816988,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T12:27:13+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T12:27:49+10:00","alt":"Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut NV Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/veuve-clicquot-yellow-label-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525487269","variant_ids":[3749902319644]},"available":true,"name":"Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label NV - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":6499,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":12,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/veuve-clicquot-yellow-label-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525487269"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/veuve-clicquot-yellow-label-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525487269","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 173\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"It takes Dominique Demarville and his team four months of daily tastings to make Yellow Label, tasting \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2000 different wines and selecting 400–500 to make up the final blend. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTheir expertise is reflected in a gentle trajectory of refinement over recent years, and the 2012 base represents \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea compelling Yellow Label. Since stronger vintages are demanded to resource Vintage and La Grande Dame production, levels of reserves are increased to sustain Yellow Label volumes, hence a record of a phenomenal 55% reserves in the great 2012 season. Pinot noir leads out \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econfidently with a fleshy mid-palate and bright finish of red apple, strawberry and mixed spice, over a toasty and bready backdrop of bottle-derived complexity, finishing with touches of dry, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edusty phenolic grip and good persistence. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLively acid line and well-integrated dosage make for a vibrant, well-assembled, accurate and appealing apéritif. Thanks to a strong representation of 42% reserves, the 2011 blend is a standout for its season, upholding balanced poise and a core of fresh fruit integrity.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArguably, the most recognizable Champagne brand in the world. The Yellow adorned on their labels – looks orange but is in fact the colour of the great Madame Clicquots’ favourite duck’s yolk. An established and major segment of the Louis Vuitton Moet Hennessy Stable, Monsieur Dominique Demarville, is only the 10\u003csup\u003eth\u003c\/sup\u003e Cellar Master in 240 years at the great house. The non-vintage Clicquot has been a dinner party staple for many a year and brings with it an approachable style that has a dominance of Pinot Noir and Meunier with a large proportion of reserve wines. Look out for the non-vintage Rosé which is identical in production to its NV brother but with the addition of 12% Red wine from some of the best Grand Cru sites; Ambonnay, Bouzy, Verzy \u0026amp; Verzenay. The Rosé has been flying under the radar for too long and deserves your attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis would be ideal for a summer picnic with cucumber and cream cheese sandwiches, potato salads and cherry pie. \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":252945006620,"title":"G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge NV","handle":"gh-mumm-cordon-rouge-nv","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine maker Didier Mariotti does an impressive job at creating this non-vintage cuvee which is the flagship of the house. That red sash symbolises energy, passion and party! At least 100 wines from different villages around the Champagne region are blended together to create this cuvee which is pinot noir dominant at \u003c\/span\u003e45% and balanced with 30% chardonnay and the remainder at 25% pinot meunier.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is cuvee shows all stellar qualities of the 2012 vintage which is the base of the current release of Cordon Rouge in Australia. Crunchy apple, hints of toast, full bodied but fresh. The perfect party pairing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the big guns of the champagne world, G.H. Mumm is the champagne enjoyed at most parties and many sporting events from the Melbourne Cup to the Grand Prix. Its iconic red sash is associated with a daring character that is embodied throughout their teams globally and all the way to their cellarmaster and rock star - Didier Mariotti. Although he is partial to blending records in the DJ booth he is also accomplished in the cellar and is doing a great job making a consistent, party worth brut non vintage. We love heading up the Mumm Champagne ladder with their outstanding and rare Mumm de Cramant for a touch of refined elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it light and fresh with hors d'oeuvres.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-08T13:07:06+10:00","created_at":"2017-10-18T19:24:48+11:00","vendor":"G.H. Mumm","type":"Brut","tags":["Best Value","Brut","gift guide","Region: Reims","Spring Racing","Taste: Apple","Taste: Creamy","Taste: No Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: No Malolactic Fermentation","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Toast","Year: NV"],"price":5500,"price_min":5500,"price_max":5500,"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":3716149116956,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"MUMM_BRUT_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588307390573,"product_id":252945006620,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T12:34:09+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T12:34:38+10:00","alt":"G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge NV Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gh-mumm-cordon-rouge-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525487678","variant_ids":[3716149116956]},"available":true,"name":"G.H. Mumm Cordon Rouge NV - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":5500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gh-mumm-cordon-rouge-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525487678"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/gh-mumm-cordon-rouge-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525487678","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWine maker Didier Mariotti does an impressive job at creating this non-vintage cuvee which is the flagship of the house. That red sash symbolises energy, passion and party! At least 100 wines from different villages around the Champagne region are blended together to create this cuvee which is pinot noir dominant at \u003c\/span\u003e45% and balanced with 30% chardonnay and the remainder at 25% pinot meunier.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is cuvee shows all stellar qualities of the 2012 vintage which is the base of the current release of Cordon Rouge in Australia. Crunchy apple, hints of toast, full bodied but fresh. The perfect party pairing. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the big guns of the champagne world, G.H. Mumm is the champagne enjoyed at most parties and many sporting events from the Melbourne Cup to the Grand Prix. Its iconic red sash is associated with a daring character that is embodied throughout their teams globally and all the way to their cellarmaster and rock star - Didier Mariotti. Although he is partial to blending records in the DJ booth he is also accomplished in the cellar and is doing a great job making a consistent, party worth brut non vintage. We love heading up the Mumm Champagne ladder with their outstanding and rare Mumm de Cramant for a touch of refined elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep it light and fresh with hors d'oeuvres.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":1380928389229,"title":"Louis Roederer Vintage '12","handle":"louis-roederer-rose-vintage-2012-brut-champagne","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicture this, winemaker Jean-Baptiste Lecaillon says to you, \"hey, I'm going to make a Rosé in 2012 and it's going to be ridiculously good. Would you like some in about 4-5 years time?\" The answer is a resounding YES. Wines from this house have been consistently good and when 'jblfizz' (on Instagram) decides to make a Rosé from one of the best vintages, it's time to invest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are thrilled to have the last bottles in the country. Grab some before they run out and stash a few in your cellar.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"This was the most gloriously ethereal and elegant champagne one could imagine, while certainly not lacking in power, line, and length; an array of flavours with nougat to the forefront, surrounded by an entrancing mist of red berries, strawberries, and raspberries. There are darker fruits to be found, a hint of vanilla and some citrus, and more from the orange orchard end of the spectrum. Truly scintillating now, but have no fear about this wine ageing for many years to come, if well kept.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKen Gargett\u003c\/strong\u003e - Wine Enthusiast \u0026amp; Writer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A rich year with low yields and a perfectly warm summer. The nose is all chalky, oyster shell and dried berries. Plenty of powerful wild red fruit. Super focused with a very crisp, linear, acid drive. Pink grapefruit to close. A great vintage for this rosé. Drink now or hold – this has the structure to support some ageing\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling: 95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis house has serious pedigree and a long history of making outstanding wines. Roederer is still family owned and run and has a significant land holding of over 230 hectares allowing them to supply 70% of their grape requirements with excellent fruit. We are impressed by Louis Roederer’s increasing commitment to exploring biodynamics both with treatment of their vast vineyard holdings plus the recent acquisition of a 15 hectare biodynamic parcel from Leclerc Briant. A relatively small 3 million bottles per annum of production are exported, largely to the USA. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many with great vintage Rosé like this, however we are thinking, Cinnamon spiced Duck or Quail with Kumquat and some fragrant Jasmine rice.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-07-30T21:48:37+10:00","created_at":"2018-07-30T21:26:41+10:00","vendor":"Louis Roederer","type":"Rosé","tags":["Brut","Louis Roederer","No Malolactic Fermentation","Region: Reims","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Biodynamic Producer","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Crisp","Taste: Focussed","Taste: Malic Acidity","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pink Grapefruit","Taste: Pink Pepper","Taste: Raspberry","Taste: Red Fruit","Taste: Strawberry","Taste: Toasty","Winemaker: Jean-Baptiste Lecaillon","Year: 2012"],"price":12499,"price_min":12499,"price_max":12499,"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":12559891890285,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"L_ROED_BRUT_ROSE_12","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3774315397229,"product_id":1380928389229,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-30T21:27:09+10:00","updated_at":"2018-07-30T21:27:09+10:00","alt":null,"width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Louis-Roederer-Rose-2012-Champagne-Emperor.png?v=1532950029","variant_ids":[12559891890285]},"available":true,"name":"Louis Roederer Vintage '12 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":12499,"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\/Louis-Roederer-Rose-2012-Champagne-Emperor.png?v=1532950029"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Louis-Roederer-Rose-2012-Champagne-Emperor.png?v=1532950029","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePicture this, winemaker Jean-Baptiste Lecaillon says to you, \"hey, I'm going to make a Rosé in 2012 and it's going to be ridiculously good. Would you like some in about 4-5 years time?\" The answer is a resounding YES. Wines from this house have been consistently good and when 'jblfizz' (on Instagram) decides to make a Rosé from one of the best vintages, it's time to invest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are thrilled to have the last bottles in the country. Grab some before they run out and stash a few in your cellar.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"This was the most gloriously ethereal and elegant champagne one could imagine, while certainly not lacking in power, line, and length; an array of flavours with nougat to the forefront, surrounded by an entrancing mist of red berries, strawberries, and raspberries. There are darker fruits to be found, a hint of vanilla and some citrus, and more from the orange orchard end of the spectrum. Truly scintillating now, but have no fear about this wine ageing for many years to come, if well kept.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKen Gargett\u003c\/strong\u003e - Wine Enthusiast \u0026amp; Writer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A rich year with low yields and a perfectly warm summer. The nose is all chalky, oyster shell and dried berries. Plenty of powerful wild red fruit. Super focused with a very crisp, linear, acid drive. Pink grapefruit to close. A great vintage for this rosé. Drink now or hold – this has the structure to support some ageing\".\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling: 95 Points\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis house has serious pedigree and a long history of making outstanding wines. Roederer is still family owned and run and has a significant land holding of over 230 hectares allowing them to supply 70% of their grape requirements with excellent fruit. We are impressed by Louis Roederer’s increasing commitment to exploring biodynamics both with treatment of their vast vineyard holdings plus the recent acquisition of a 15 hectare biodynamic parcel from Leclerc Briant. A relatively small 3 million bottles per annum of production are exported, largely to the USA. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are many with great vintage Rosé like this, however we are thinking, Cinnamon spiced Duck or Quail with Kumquat and some fragrant Jasmine rice.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":648472068124,"title":"Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Brut","handle":"pol-roger-sir-winston-churchill-vintage-2006","description":"\u003cdiv title=\"Page 156\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The blend of Sir Winston Churchill is a closely guarded secret. I ask d’Harcourt every time we taste a new vintage. ‘I have not been drunk enough yet to tell you!’ he replies. I’ll keep working on it. Elusive details aside, Sir Winston steps up with a characterful presence in the powerful 2006 season, with pinot noir commanding\u003cbr\u003e a confident lead in spicy fig, mirabelle plum and red apple fruit, intricately toned by the bright lemon, grapefruit and crunchy pear of chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith time in the glass, a gorgeous presence of red cherry fruit rises and sweeps in a captivating display of youthful fruit integrity. Time moves slowly in Pol Roger’s deep, cold cellars, and the tell-tale signs of maturity in nutmeg and almond are but fleeting glimpses, its age declared more dramatically in gorgeously seamless and silky texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe signature, salty chalk minerality of the greatest crus of the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims lays out a finish of outstanding line and enduring length, with a bright acid line that defines the finesse of the house and promises medium-term potential. A highlight of the season.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 156\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf it is good enough for her Majesty the Queen to drink every evening, then this it is good enough for us. Pol Roger is of the few champagne houses that have rightfully earned the British coat of arms to adorn every bottle and after all, it’s not just a favourite with the Royal Family but most of Britain, who know good champagne from the average. This medium-sized, family owned treasure of the Champagne region is the epitome of quality and consistency. With deep cool cellars, this maison leaves their cuvées ageing for far longer than most of their counterparts allowing the development of very fine and tiny bubbles. This creates a silky texture on the palate with subtle toasty notes that are the hallmark of excellent champagne. If ever in doubt, buy Pol Roger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This is in development... \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-02-16T10:47:35+11:00","created_at":"2018-02-16T10:27:12+11:00","vendor":"Pol Roger","type":"Prestige","tags":["Prestige Collection","Region: Epernay","Taste: Almond","Taste: Fig","Taste: Grapefruit","Taste: Lemon","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Nutmeg","Taste: Pear","Taste: Plum","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Red Cherry","Taste: Rosé","Taste: SIlky","Vintage","Year: 2006"],"price":29999,"price_min":29999,"price_max":29999,"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":7759288008732,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"POL_WINSTON_06_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586819035245,"product_id":648472068124,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T19:28:54+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T19:29:05+10:00","alt":"Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Vintage 2006 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-sir-winston-churchill-vintage-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525426145","variant_ids":[7759288008732]},"available":true,"name":"Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Brut - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":29999,"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\/pol-roger-sir-winston-churchill-vintage-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525426145"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-sir-winston-churchill-vintage-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525426145","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cdiv title=\"Page 156\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The blend of Sir Winston Churchill is a closely guarded secret. I ask d’Harcourt every time we taste a new vintage. ‘I have not been drunk enough yet to tell you!’ he replies. I’ll keep working on it. Elusive details aside, Sir Winston steps up with a characterful presence in the powerful 2006 season, with pinot noir commanding\u003cbr\u003e a confident lead in spicy fig, mirabelle plum and red apple fruit, intricately toned by the bright lemon, grapefruit and crunchy pear of chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith time in the glass, a gorgeous presence of red cherry fruit rises and sweeps in a captivating display of youthful fruit integrity. Time moves slowly in Pol Roger’s deep, cold cellars, and the tell-tale signs of maturity in nutmeg and almond are but fleeting glimpses, its age declared more dramatically in gorgeously seamless and silky texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe signature, salty chalk minerality of the greatest crus of the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims lays out a finish of outstanding line and enduring length, with a bright acid line that defines the finesse of the house and promises medium-term potential. A highlight of the season.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 156\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf it is good enough for her Majesty the Queen to drink every evening, then this it is good enough for us. Pol Roger is of the few champagne houses that have rightfully earned the British coat of arms to adorn every bottle and after all, it’s not just a favourite with the Royal Family but most of Britain, who know good champagne from the average. This medium-sized, family owned treasure of the Champagne region is the epitome of quality and consistency. With deep cool cellars, this maison leaves their cuvées ageing for far longer than most of their counterparts allowing the development of very fine and tiny bubbles. This creates a silky texture on the palate with subtle toasty notes that are the hallmark of excellent champagne. If ever in doubt, buy Pol Roger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This is in development... \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":211726958620,"title":"Pol Roger Brut Reserve NV","handle":"pol_roger-brut-reserve-nv","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 155\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Pol Roger’s infamous ‘White Foil’ is an attractive and refreshing apéritif, loaded with all the freshness of lemon and crunchy red apple fruit. Around four years on lees has built a creaminess to the mouthfeel. The imperfect fruit of the 2011 base vintage invariably leaves its mark in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecoarse, dusty phenolic grip that renders a hint of stale peanut to a firm finish. Nonetheless, it upholds some integrity in the vibrancy of lingering lemon fruit, bright acid line, finely honed chalk minerality and elegantly integrated dosage, the fingerprints that define Pol Roger.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf it is good enough for her Majesty the Queen to drink every evening, then this it is good enough for us. Pol Roger is of the few champagne houses that have rightfully earned the British coat of arms to adorn every bottle and after all, it’s not just a favourite with the Royal Family but most of Britain, who know good champagne from the average. This medium-sized, family owned treasure of the Champagne region is the epitome of quality and consistency. With deep cool cellars, this maison leaves their cuvées ageing for far longer than most of their counterparts allowing the development of very fine and tiny bubbles. This creates a silky texture on the palate with subtle toasty notes that are the hallmark of excellent champagne. If ever in doubt, buy Pol Roger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshly shucked oysters or some well-made battered fish and chips.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-12T14:43:17+11:00","created_at":"2017-10-12T16:41:59+11:00","vendor":"Pol Roger","type":"Brut","tags":["Base Vintage: 2011","Brut","NYE","Region: Épernay","Taste: Aged 4 Years on Lees","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Creamy","Taste: Lemon","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Red Apple","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":8600,"price_min":8600,"price_max":8600,"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":2992730177564,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"POLRES101","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588323774573,"product_id":211726958620,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T12:58:25+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T12:59:18+10:00","alt":"Pol Roger Brut Reserve NV Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol_roger-brut-reserve-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525489158","variant_ids":[2992730177564]},"available":true,"name":"Pol Roger Brut Reserve NV - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":8600,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":0,"inventory_quantity":4,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol_roger-brut-reserve-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525489158"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol_roger-brut-reserve-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525489158","options":["Please Select:"],"content":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 155\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Pol Roger’s infamous ‘White Foil’ is an attractive and refreshing apéritif, loaded with all the freshness of lemon and crunchy red apple fruit. Around four years on lees has built a creaminess to the mouthfeel. The imperfect fruit of the 2011 base vintage invariably leaves its mark in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecoarse, dusty phenolic grip that renders a hint of stale peanut to a firm finish. Nonetheless, it upholds some integrity in the vibrancy of lingering lemon fruit, bright acid line, finely honed chalk minerality and elegantly integrated dosage, the fingerprints that define Pol Roger.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf it is good enough for her Majesty the Queen to drink every evening, then this it is good enough for us. Pol Roger is of the few champagne houses that have rightfully earned the British coat of arms to adorn every bottle and after all, it’s not just a favourite with the Royal Family but most of Britain, who know good champagne from the average. This medium-sized, family owned treasure of the Champagne region is the epitome of quality and consistency. With deep cool cellars, this maison leaves their cuvées ageing for far longer than most of their counterparts allowing the development of very fine and tiny bubbles. This creates a silky texture on the palate with subtle toasty notes that are the hallmark of excellent champagne. If ever in doubt, buy Pol Roger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFreshly shucked oysters or some well-made battered fish and chips.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":63607341084,"title":"Laurent-Perrier Brut Cuvée Rosé Saignée","handle":"laurent-perrier-rose-nv","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMade in the traditional saignee method plus a blend of some Coteaux Champenois red wine. This oozes class, elegance and one of the most important rosés of its time. This rose was first created by Bertrand Denoncourt in 1968 at a time when making rosé was considered fanciful and in our mind remains a go-to rosé when exploring champagne, especially when pairing with foods. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLots of lively berry fruits, redcurrant and blood orange. The palate has a great balance between uplifting acidity, freshly picked fruit, like black cherry and a marked vinous character that makes this such an interesting style.This is 100% pinot noir from the best crus of Ambonnay, Bouzy, Louvois and Tours-Sur-Marne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eServe around 8-10 degree celsius\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuite often people do not realise why they like a certain champagne brand. Some houses focus on the pinot noir grape in their champagnes which provides big, round and powerful cuvées and some houses focus on chardonnay which provides more mineral drive, citrus and elegance. If you prefer the latter, then perhaps consider a bottle of Laurent-Perrier as your 'go-to' entertaining wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis maison has a serious history but over the last 100 years has had a long line of influential women at its helm (\u003c\/span\u003eMathilde Emilie Perrier in 1812 and later in 1938 \u003cspan\u003eMarie-Louise Lanson de Nonancourt)\u003c\/span\u003e, and we cannot help but think that this has influenced the style – graceful, elegant and sophisticated. Of the larger maisons in champagne this is more subtle and understated in its profile. This may be to your preference and it is an affordable champagne label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRosé is such a versatile style of wine especially when you have the added bonus of light tannin to add structure and aromatic profile. This can be paired with a plethora of dishes, including; tuna tartare; grilled prawns and an Italian-style salami or even duck prosciutto. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-08T12:41:37+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-08T12:43:13+10:00","vendor":"Laurent-Perrier","type":"Saignée","tags":["$100-200","Taste: Berry Fruits","Taste: Black Cherry","Taste: Blood Orange","Taste: Pinot Noir Dominant","Taste: Redcurrant","Taste: Saignee","Taste: Vinous","Year: NV"],"price":11499,"price_min":11499,"price_max":11499,"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":739010445340,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"L_PERRIER_ROSE_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588729213037,"product_id":63607341084,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T18:58:32+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T18:58:54+10:00","alt":"Laurent-Perrier Brut Cuvée Rosé Saignée Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-brut-cuvee-rose-saignee-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510734","variant_ids":[739010445340]},"available":true,"name":"Laurent-Perrier Brut Cuvée Rosé Saignée - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":11499,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-brut-cuvee-rose-saignee-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510734"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-brut-cuvee-rose-saignee-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510734","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMade in the traditional saignee method plus a blend of some Coteaux Champenois red wine. This oozes class, elegance and one of the most important rosés of its time. This rose was first created by Bertrand Denoncourt in 1968 at a time when making rosé was considered fanciful and in our mind remains a go-to rosé when exploring champagne, especially when pairing with foods. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLots of lively berry fruits, redcurrant and blood orange. The palate has a great balance between uplifting acidity, freshly picked fruit, like black cherry and a marked vinous character that makes this such an interesting style.This is 100% pinot noir from the best crus of Ambonnay, Bouzy, Louvois and Tours-Sur-Marne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eServe around 8-10 degree celsius\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuite often people do not realise why they like a certain champagne brand. Some houses focus on the pinot noir grape in their champagnes which provides big, round and powerful cuvées and some houses focus on chardonnay which provides more mineral drive, citrus and elegance. If you prefer the latter, then perhaps consider a bottle of Laurent-Perrier as your 'go-to' entertaining wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis maison has a serious history but over the last 100 years has had a long line of influential women at its helm (\u003c\/span\u003eMathilde Emilie Perrier in 1812 and later in 1938 \u003cspan\u003eMarie-Louise Lanson de Nonancourt)\u003c\/span\u003e, and we cannot help but think that this has influenced the style – graceful, elegant and sophisticated. Of the larger maisons in champagne this is more subtle and understated in its profile. This may be to your preference and it is an affordable champagne label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRosé is such a versatile style of wine especially when you have the added bonus of light tannin to add structure and aromatic profile. This can be paired with a plethora of dishes, including; tuna tartare; grilled prawns and an Italian-style salami or even duck prosciutto. \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":63630376988,"title":"Louis Roederer Premier NV","handle":"louis-roederer-brut-premier-nv","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"A masterful presentation of impeccably ripe fruit of intricate balance and abundant appeal: a dependable bargain in the non-vintage champagne stakes. It's on the rise in its new, dedicated facility. Until the 2009 base, Brut Premier reserves came from a solera, in Jean-Baptiste Lecaillons view, lacking focus and 'showing too much character of having been made in the cellar.' The solera is now no more, bringing greater focus, more precise mineral articulation and greater emphasis on ripe fruit. Dosage was sensibly dropped from 10-11g\/L to 9.5 g\/L. The result in 2010 is a wonderful accord between pretty lemon blossom, apple and pear fruit, the spicy, toasty, nutmeg allure of barrel-fermentation and bottle age, and the racy freshness of malic acidity. It's at once impeccably fresh and enticingly complex, with a long finish of soft chalk minerality.\" Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2016-2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis house has serious pedigree and a long history of making outstanding wines. Roederer is still family owned and run and has a significant land holding of over 230 hectares allowing them to supply 70% of their grape requirements with excellent fruit. We are impressed by Louis Roederer’s increasing commitment to exploring biodynamics both with treatment of their vast vineyard holdings plus the recent acquisition of a 15 hectare biodynamic parcel from Leclerc Briant. A relatively small 3 million bottles per annum of production are exported, largely to the USA. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Food suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinesse and power are juxtaposed in this stunning cuvee. Enjoy this wine on its own or serve with an almond crusted halibut fish drizzled with a garlic and lemon sauce. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-08T13:00:03+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-08T13:03:17+10:00","vendor":"Louis Roederer","type":"Brut","tags":["Brut","Louis Roederer","No Malolactic Fermentation","Region: Reims","Taste: Apple","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Biodynamic Producer","Taste: Lemon Blossom","Taste: Malic Acidity","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Nutmeg","Taste: Spicy","Taste: Toasty","Under $100","Winemaker: Jean-Baptiste Lecaillon","Year: NV"],"price":7699,"price_min":7699,"price_max":7699,"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":739339436060,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"L_ROED_BRUT_PREM_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588715745389,"product_id":63630376988,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T18:49:13+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T18:49:26+10:00","alt":"Louis Roederer Brut Premier NV Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/louis-roederer-brut-premier-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510166","variant_ids":[739339436060]},"available":true,"name":"Louis Roederer Premier NV - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":7699,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":6,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/louis-roederer-brut-premier-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510166"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/louis-roederer-brut-premier-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510166","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\"A masterful presentation of impeccably ripe fruit of intricate balance and abundant appeal: a dependable bargain in the non-vintage champagne stakes. It's on the rise in its new, dedicated facility. Until the 2009 base, Brut Premier reserves came from a solera, in Jean-Baptiste Lecaillons view, lacking focus and 'showing too much character of having been made in the cellar.' The solera is now no more, bringing greater focus, more precise mineral articulation and greater emphasis on ripe fruit. Dosage was sensibly dropped from 10-11g\/L to 9.5 g\/L. The result in 2010 is a wonderful accord between pretty lemon blossom, apple and pear fruit, the spicy, toasty, nutmeg allure of barrel-fermentation and bottle age, and the racy freshness of malic acidity. It's at once impeccably fresh and enticingly complex, with a long finish of soft chalk minerality.\" Tyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2016-2017\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis house has serious pedigree and a long history of making outstanding wines. Roederer is still family owned and run and has a significant land holding of over 230 hectares allowing them to supply 70% of their grape requirements with excellent fruit. We are impressed by Louis Roederer’s increasing commitment to exploring biodynamics both with treatment of their vast vineyard holdings plus the recent acquisition of a 15 hectare biodynamic parcel from Leclerc Briant. A relatively small 3 million bottles per annum of production are exported, largely to the USA. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Food suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinesse and power are juxtaposed in this stunning cuvee. Enjoy this wine on its own or serve with an almond crusted halibut fish drizzled with a garlic and lemon sauce. \u003c\/p\u003e"}