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A vintage in Champagne is only created in a good year. What classifies a Champagne as a vintage is that 100% of the fruit must come from one harvest and the wine needs to aged in the winemaker’s cellars with the yeast inside the bottle (lees) for a minimum of three years, but very often it is substantially longer. A vintage is generally the best grapes for a maison, in the best years, with extra ageing in the bottle to add complexity.
Champagne is more popular than ever before: across the world, an estimated 350 million bottles of champagne are bottled each year. More and more people are discovering the wonders of this elegant and sophisticated drink filled with a world of potential for new tastes and discovery.
If you’re looking to buy vintage champagne, you have more options available to you than ever before: quality champagne is produced by a growing number of champagne houses and quality online stores have emerged which open this world up to you.
Emperor is Australia’s home of champagne. We are focused on connecting houses and consumers across Australia. We search for the unique and innovative, the movers and shakers, the artisans of the champagne world and bring them to the champagne lovers of Australia. Here is a look at what makes Emperor the natural choice for Australian lovers of vintage champagne.
The Widest Range of Vintage Champagne in Australia
We are incredibly proud of how many houses trust us (many exclusively) to bring Australia a range of the world’s best champagnes. At Emperor, champagne rules, so we make it easy for you to find the perfect champagne by helping you to shop according to a variety of parameters. Whether you’re looking to shop according to the size of bottle, the value or the rarity of champagne then you can do so.
We believe in promoting all brands of champagne, representing the boutique, who quite often have no voice, all the way through to the established. We buy our champagne ethically, we sell fairly, we store correctly, and we support the family of growers, bringing Australians incredible champagnes they wouldn’t otherwise experience.
Our Vintage Champagne Is Ethically Sourced
We make every effort to ensure that our vintage champagne makes its way to us – and eventually to our customers – following a sustainable path that not only helps to ensure the quality of the champagne itself but also the happiness and health of every person and business involved.
This means that you can enjoy your champagne content in the knowledge that it has made its way to you with the smallest environmental impact possible.
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Every single one of the rare and interesting wines and champagnes we stock are vetted by our expert panel who only select the best. You can rest assured a bottle from Emperor has been produced using the best possible methods, it has been perfectly cared for in a temperature control warehouse. All bottles are then carefully wrapped in Emperor’s award-winning packaging and shipped to your door with care. If it comes from Emperor, you know it’s the best of the best which will satisfy even the most discerning range of palettes and arrive in perfect condition.
Our entire team understands the correct etiquette surrounding champagne. This means the wine is properly stored and delivered in luxury packaging wherever you are within Australia.
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Subscription clubs have become very popular in recent years, and we are leading the charge in Australia. We dispense rare and interesting champagne to the door of our members each month, and there are also other benefits: invites to exclusive champagne events, complimentary emperor custom crystal tulip glassware, exclusive educational content and a 5% discount on our website.
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If you are interested in finding your new favourite vintage champagne today, then be sure to visit our website. You will find a wealth of information and deeper insights into the endless world of champagne from educational content, exclusive products and events, innovative and new boutique grower products we have on offer.
If you still aren’t sure, contact our concierge team on concierge@emperorchampagne.com.au or on 1-800-CHAMPAGNE. Our expert team will guide you on your champagne journey with personalised recommendations based on style preferences and occasions. Plus, when you sign up to our VIP list you have access to a wide range of specials on amazing products only available direct from our Concierge Team.
Philipponnat
Philipponnat Cuvée 1522 Grand Cru Vintage '07
Vintage
2007
Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ
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Club Price $160.55 (?)
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Chevreux-Bournazel
Chevreux-Bournazel La Parcelle '13
Extra Brut
2013
Connigis
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Club Price $155.80 (?)
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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":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":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":false,"name":"Chevreux-Bournazel La Parcelle '13 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":16499,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","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. 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Bollinger
Bollinger La Grande Annee '08
Vintage
2008
Aÿ
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Club Price $265.05 (?)
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A creamy effervescence and fresh structure, with a gentle saline finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Grande Année so special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Grande Année is the embodiment of the carefully preserved traditional expertise of the Bollinger Champagne House. The wine is therefore exclusively \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evinified in small aged oak barrels. Champagne Bollinger has never abandoned this traditional craft method, which helps develop aromas of great finesse. After \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea prolonged ageing on its lees, even today every bottle of La Grande Année is riddled and disgorged by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend of the 2008 vintage: 71% Pinot Noir, 29% Chardonnay. 18 crus: mainly Aÿ and Verzenay for the Pinot Noir, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Cramant for the Chardonnay. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented entirely in aged oak barrels.\u003cbr\u003e At Bollinger, only very high quality harvests become a vintage: in 2008, the remarkable maturity of the grapes combined with a phenomenal acidity have produced a wine of infinite depth and allowed an exceptional vintage to be created. 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Currently Bollinger own some 164 hectares in some of the best vineyard sites across champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCured ham, Seared scallops or Grilled lobster? 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A creamy effervescence and fresh structure, with a gentle saline finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Grande Année so special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Grande Année is the embodiment of the carefully preserved traditional expertise of the Bollinger Champagne House. The wine is therefore exclusively \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evinified in small aged oak barrels. Champagne Bollinger has never abandoned this traditional craft method, which helps develop aromas of great finesse. After \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea prolonged ageing on its lees, even today every bottle of La Grande Année is riddled and disgorged by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend of the 2008 vintage: 71% Pinot Noir, 29% Chardonnay. 18 crus: mainly Aÿ and Verzenay for the Pinot Noir, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Cramant for the Chardonnay. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented entirely in aged oak barrels.\u003cbr\u003e At Bollinger, only very high quality harvests become a vintage: in 2008, the remarkable maturity of the grapes combined with a phenomenal acidity have produced a wine of infinite depth and allowed an exceptional vintage to be created. Maturation: Sealed with a natural cork and cellar aged for more than twice the time required by the Appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage: Moderate, 8 grams per litre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBollinger remain quite possibly one of the most famous family-owned champagne houses of all. Bollinger are well known for their dominance of the powerful and expressive pinot noir from Aÿ where they were founded, their use of magnums for production of all their wines and a traditional wine making style incorporating fermentation in oak barrels which they have never deviated from. They still have their own in-house cooper who makes and manages their stock of some 3,500 barrels! That equates to about 1 million bottles being fermented in barrel, being the largest (along with Krug) than any other producer in the region. Currently Bollinger own some 164 hectares in some of the best vineyard sites across champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCured ham, Seared scallops or Grilled lobster? Which would you choose?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}
Pol Roger
Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Brut '06
Prestige
2006
Epernay
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Club Price $350.55 (?)
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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":36999,"price_min":36999,"price_max":36999,"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","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586819035245,"product_id":648472068124,"position":2,"created_at":"2018-05-04T19:28:54+10:00","updated_at":"2018-10-10T09:51:16+11:00","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=1539125476","variant_ids":[7759288008732]},"available":true,"name":"Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Brut '06 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":36999,"weight":2000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-cuvee-winston-churchill-2006-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1539125476","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-sir-winston-churchill-vintage-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1539125476"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-cuvee-winston-churchill-2006-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1539125476","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. 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Pierre Paillard
Pierre Paillard La Grande Recolte '06
Vintage
2006
Bouzy
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Club Price $136.80 (?)
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Under the careful watch of father Pierre Paillard, the champagnes from this family owned estate are direct and straight from vine to wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paillard family owns 60% pinot noir and 40% chardonnay grapes, blending pinot noir oriented champagnes and only utilising the ‘noble grape’ varieties. \u003cspan\u003eWith a staunchly organic and natural approach to their wine making, these are connoisseur’s wines and are strictly on allocation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"FicheVin\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rubrique\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs suggested by the house, this goes with many types of foods due to its richer and well-structured nature... fresh lobster, seared scallops or a simple slice of aged Comté cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Etiquette\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Etiquette\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-19T11:23:03+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-19T11:24:30+10:00","vendor":"Pierre Paillard","type":"Vintage","tags":["Exclusive","Grower","Region: Bouzy","Sustainable","Sustainable Viticulture","Taste: Aged 9 Years on Lees","Taste: Blood Orange","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Extra Brut","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Red Fruits","Taste: Rich","Taste: Sustainable Viticulture","Vintage","Year: 2006"],"price":14499,"price_min":14499,"price_max":14499,"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":1020087894044,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"P_PAILLARD_GRAND_06_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588542697581,"product_id":105070624796,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T16:59:25+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T16:59:38+10:00","alt":"Pierre Paillard La Grande Recolte 2006 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-la-grande-recolte-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525503578","variant_ids":[1020087894044]},"available":true,"name":"Pierre Paillard La Grande Recolte '06 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":14499,"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\/pierre-paillard-la-grande-recolte-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525503578"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-la-grande-recolte-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525503578","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\"A vintage champagne is the ultimate champagne in expressing richness and complexity. This is a 50:50 split of pinot and chardonnay coming from some of the oldest family parcels. The colour is golden and the palate offers very refined aromas of red berries, blood orange and chalky minerality. The bubbles are fine, creamy and sensuous. Drink now. Extra brut – 2.6 grams per litre of dosage so extra brut.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlexandre Rougeot - Clos Cachet Fine Wine Imports\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelcome to the new generation of the family grower. Brothers Quinton and Antoine Paillard add a cool factor to champagne and are doing a great job. Slick new labels are just a hint to the progressive minds of these new generation wine makers. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wines zoom in on the Bouzy terroir that their vineyards are planted in (yes this is really a Champagne village!). This is a grand cru region famed for big bold pinot noir grapes with power and drive and it presents in most wines created by the maison but the wines are not tempered by dosage. Under the careful watch of father Pierre Paillard, the champagnes from this family owned estate are direct and straight from vine to wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paillard family owns 60% pinot noir and 40% chardonnay grapes, blending pinot noir oriented champagnes and only utilising the ‘noble grape’ varieties. \u003cspan\u003eWith a staunchly organic and natural approach to their wine making, these are connoisseur’s wines and are strictly on allocation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"FicheVin\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rubrique\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs suggested by the house, this goes with many types of foods due to its richer and well-structured nature... fresh lobster, seared scallops or a simple slice of aged Comté cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Etiquette\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"Etiquette\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}
Veuve Clicquot
Veuve Clicquot Rosé Vintage 2008
Vintage Rosé
Reims
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Club Price $122.55 (?)
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The true mastery of red winemaking in Champagne is tannin texture, and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethis wine is a case study in how it’s done: so subtly that it does nothing to interrupt the profound chalk minerality of an elegant season, yet simultaneously furnishes the understated grip that promises enduring potential. Charged \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eby a lightning bolt of brilliant acidity, the signature of this classic season, this is a vintage for the long haul\u003c\/span\u003e.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArguably, the most recognisable 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 egg 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 wine is far too impressive to be pairing with dessert despite the lovely notes of red cherry and rose. The spectrum of this rosé is more savoury which would stand up exceptionally well to game. 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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 wine is far too impressive to be pairing with dessert despite the lovely notes of red cherry and rose. The spectrum of this rosé is more savoury which would stand up exceptionally well to game. Find a good poultry store and order some quail. Roast the bird with raisons, chestnuts, sage and spice. This will make a wonderful meal. \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Louis Roederer
Louis Roederer Cristal '08
Prestige
2008
Reims
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Club Price $427.50 (?)
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Lécaillon commented at the time, simply: “I think the 2008 needs more time on lees.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLouis Roederer Cristal 2008\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis therefore the first ever vintage to undergo a full ten years of ageing, a process which has lent the finished product a remarkable level of maturity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"big\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e“The Cristal 2008 is deep, intense and masterful. It offers the quintessential reflection of its chalk soils which lend it its velvety texture and delicate tension”\u003c\/em\u003e —\u003cstrong\u003e Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, Chef de Cave\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary of the wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60% pinot noir, 40% chardonnay; a pool of 50 hectares of vines averaging 42 years of age on the most chalky mid-slopes, yielding 50% less than the appellation; 60% biodynamic vineyards, with a goal of 100% by 2020; 16% fermented in 60-hL casks with bâtonnage for power, vinosity and a touch of spice and vanilla complexity; no malolactic fermentation; 8.5g\/L dosage; typically 150,000–300,000 bottles. 10 years on lees!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake this prestige cuvee to another level and serve with caviar. Take the caviar straight from the back of the hand so that you can appreciate its beauty. 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A season that favoured all three grape varieties, it was a continental year: intense and hot with scorching temperatures. Beautiful September weather crowned a perfect summer, with sunny days supplying ripeness and cool nights contributing high acidity. Expectations for this vintage have consequently been high from the outset and have gradually built into pandemonium over the last few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThus, when Louis Roederer Chef de Cave Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon made the decision to release Cristal 2009 in February 2017 before Cristal 2008 – the first time in history that the house have released Cristal vintages non-consecutively – the rumour mill began in earnest. Lécaillon commented at the time, simply: “I think the 2008 needs more time on lees.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLouis Roederer Cristal 2008\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis therefore the first ever vintage to undergo a full ten years of ageing, a process which has lent the finished product a remarkable level of maturity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"big\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e“The Cristal 2008 is deep, intense and masterful. It offers the quintessential reflection of its chalk soils which lend it its velvety texture and delicate tension”\u003c\/em\u003e —\u003cstrong\u003e Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, Chef de Cave\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSummary of the wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e60% pinot noir, 40% chardonnay; a pool of 50 hectares of vines averaging 42 years of age on the most chalky mid-slopes, yielding 50% less than the appellation; 60% biodynamic vineyards, with a goal of 100% by 2020; 16% fermented in 60-hL casks with bâtonnage for power, vinosity and a touch of spice and vanilla complexity; no malolactic fermentation; 8.5g\/L dosage; typically 150,000–300,000 bottles. 10 years on lees!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\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\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake this prestige cuvee to another level and serve with caviar. Take the caviar straight from the back of the hand so that you can appreciate its beauty. Please ensure that the wine is served in an Emperor tulip or a white wine glass to allow the cuvee to show you its true potential. \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Philipponnat
Philipponnat Cuvée 1522 Grand Cru Vintage '08 Extra Brut
Vintage
2008
Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ
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Club Price $160.55 (?)
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The \u003cstrong\u003e2008\u003c\/strong\u003e vintage was one of the standout vintages of the decade and they are all but gone. Buy this cuvée now and keep some in the cellar for future years, you will thank us later. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFor the breakdown, this is 58% pinot noir coming from the historic \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Le Leon'\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003evineyard parcel in \u003cstrong\u003eAÿ\u003c\/strong\u003e and 42% chardonnay sourced from the grand cru site of \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLes Mesnil Sur Oger.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e The disgorgement was in March 2018 which means there has been a generous 8 years on lees with about 50% of the wine matured in barrel and NO malolactic fermentation to preserve the natural acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRegular Price $169.00\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most underrated champagnes in our humble opinion. Philipponnat is a house of outstanding quality from their entry level Royale Reserve Brut all the way through to their iconic Clos des Goisses Vintages. This premium producer picks fruit with maximum ripeness and focus on pinot noir fruit with power. All this ripeness is balanced with a long, cool fermentation and some wines being blocked from malo-lactic fermentation, whilst being fermented in oak barrels. Careful blending of base wines complete the work of art on non-vintage cuvees with approximately 30% of reserve wines being added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReserve wines are aged in a perpetual Solera system with new wines being added to older wines every year, continuously adding more complexity and depth to young cuvees. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of our panel think this would be best served with Lemon and Garlic Butter Scallops linguini. Others think that Grilled Chicken with Mango \u0026amp; Papaya salad OR Spice Roasted Quail with Apricot and herbs like sage or thyme would bring out some of the stone fruit and mineral nature of this excellent cuvée.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-08-13T12:48:59+10:00","created_at":"2018-08-28T10:13:36+10:00","vendor":"Philipponnat","type":"Vintage","tags":["$100-200","Charles Philipponnat","Le Leon Vineyard","Les Mesnil Sur Oger","Region: Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ","Sustainable","Taste: Aged 8 Years on Lees","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Creamy","Taste: Extra Brut","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Layered","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Partial Barrel-fermentation","Taste: Pastry","Taste: Peppery","Taste: Spicy","Taste: Textured","Vintage","Year: 2008"],"price":16999,"price_min":16999,"price_max":16999,"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":13023114100845,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"PHILIP_VINT_08","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3906088796269,"product_id":1403618689133,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-08-28T13:58:10+10:00","updated_at":"2018-08-29T16:29:14+10:00","alt":null,"width":656,"height":990,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Philipponnat-cuvee-1522-vintage-2008-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1535524154","variant_ids":[13023114100845]},"available":true,"name":"Philipponnat Cuvée 1522 Grand Cru Vintage '08 Extra Brut - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":16999,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":6,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Philipponnat-cuvee-1522-vintage-2008-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1535524154"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Philipponnat-cuvee-1522-vintage-2008-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1535524154","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOnce again its all class from this standout producer. On the nose, ripe yellow fruits marry harmoniously with soft chalky minerality. Next comes a wave of pastry notes which are very alluring and a direct result of increased ageing of the wine in the cellar. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe can't wait any longer, we need to dive in! The palate follows through on all the aromatic pleasures; silky smooth and striking the perfect balance between poise and power. This wine is all we want a vintage champagne to be - decadent, layered, mineral-driven, toasty and with exceptional length on the palate. We also like some of that spicy-chalky play on the finish. The \u003cstrong\u003e2008\u003c\/strong\u003e vintage was one of the standout vintages of the decade and they are all but gone. Buy this cuvée now and keep some in the cellar for future years, you will thank us later. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eFor the breakdown, this is 58% pinot noir coming from the historic \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Le Leon'\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/em\u003evineyard parcel in \u003cstrong\u003eAÿ\u003c\/strong\u003e and 42% chardonnay sourced from the grand cru site of \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLes Mesnil Sur Oger.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e The disgorgement was in March 2018 which means there has been a generous 8 years on lees with about 50% of the wine matured in barrel and NO malolactic fermentation to preserve the natural acids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003eRegular Price $169.00\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most underrated champagnes in our humble opinion. Philipponnat is a house of outstanding quality from their entry level Royale Reserve Brut all the way through to their iconic Clos des Goisses Vintages. This premium producer picks fruit with maximum ripeness and focus on pinot noir fruit with power. All this ripeness is balanced with a long, cool fermentation and some wines being blocked from malo-lactic fermentation, whilst being fermented in oak barrels. Careful blending of base wines complete the work of art on non-vintage cuvees with approximately 30% of reserve wines being added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReserve wines are aged in a perpetual Solera system with new wines being added to older wines every year, continuously adding more complexity and depth to young cuvees. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of our panel think this would be best served with Lemon and Garlic Butter Scallops linguini. 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Vollereaux
Vollereaux Cuvée Marguerite '08
Vintage
2008
Pierry
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Club Price $109.25 (?)
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The ageing is 8 years on lees in the bottle and it has been finished with a dosage of 9 g\/L of sugar, added at disgorgement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a fantastic vintage and has come in to its drinking window now and can last in the cellar a few more years quite comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteresting fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFranck was inspired to create a limited release of this cuvée, by submerging under the sea near Ouessant Island, at a depth of 60 metres and ageing it for a year. This is a unique approach and very few producers go to this length to age their champagne. The bottle bears the characteristic sign of the ocean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSettled in Pierry since 1805, the Champagne house Vollereaux produced its first bottles in 1923. Now Franck Vollereaux, sixth generation of wine growers, selects with care the best grapes of its 42 hectares vineyard, completed by a supply selected in faithful wine growers’ vineyard, to compose each year around 400,000 bottles of a range of highly expressive champagnes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine with such richness and juiciness would partner well with seared scallops or grilled blue eye cod with pancetta and pea mash.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-05-12T17:22:49+10:00","created_at":"2018-05-12T16:15:01+10:00","vendor":"Vollereaux","type":"Vintage","tags":["Brut","Negociant-Manipulant","Region: Pierry","Taste: Aged 8 Years on Lees","Taste: Almond","Taste: Caramel","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Mango","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Nougat","Taste: Rhubarb","Vintage","Year: 2008"],"price":11500,"price_min":11500,"price_max":11500,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":14999,"compare_at_price_min":14999,"compare_at_price_max":14999,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":12095991414893,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"VOLL_MARGUERITE_08","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3532705923181,"product_id":1295638069357,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-12T17:16:22+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-12T17:16:22+10:00","alt":null,"width":375,"height":500,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vollereaux-Cuvee-Marguerite-2008-champagne.jpg?v=1526109382","variant_ids":[12095991414893]},"available":false,"name":"Vollereaux Cuvée Marguerite '08 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":11500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":14999,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vollereaux-Cuvee-Marguerite-2008-champagne.jpg?v=1526109382"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vollereaux-Cuvee-Marguerite-2008-champagne.jpg?v=1526109382","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA bright nose filled with juicy mandarin, exotic mango, salted caramel and almond nougat. The palate offers up creamy, toasty with soft acidity falling away. It is well structured and layered revealing a bitter orange (think Campari notes) followed by fresh rhubarb. The finish is persistent and stays with you for several minutes, leaving a lasting impression. The creaminess fills the mouth and is the result of the malolactic fermentation of the base wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a blend of the best parcels of chardonnay, which comprises 75% and the remainder pinot noir, which adds some depth and volume in the mouth. The ageing is 8 years on lees in the bottle and it has been finished with a dosage of 9 g\/L of sugar, added at disgorgement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a fantastic vintage and has come in to its drinking window now and can last in the cellar a few more years quite comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInteresting fact\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFranck was inspired to create a limited release of this cuvée, by submerging under the sea near Ouessant Island, at a depth of 60 metres and ageing it for a year. This is a unique approach and very few producers go to this length to age their champagne. The bottle bears the characteristic sign of the ocean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSettled in Pierry since 1805, the Champagne house Vollereaux produced its first bottles in 1923. 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Nicolas Feuillatte
Nicolas Feuillatte Palmes d'Or Vintage 2006
Vintage
2006
Chouilly
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Club Price $312.55 (?)
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It culminates in a finish of integrity, marked by just a touch of phenolic bitterness, yet allowing the vibrant acidity and fine chalk minerality of some of Champagne’s most revered grand crus to define a long and well-focused close.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 137\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e50% chardonnay from Chouilly, Cramant, Oger, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Avize and Montgueux near Troyes; 50% pinot noir from Bouzy, Verzy, Verzenay, Aÿ and Ambonnay.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbedded in its region and uniting a whopping 4,500 wine growers, Nicolas Feuillatte is the largest wine-growers’ (vignerons) Champagne brand. The Brut NV is the number one selling brand in France and has been for the last three years. The brand is the third largest globally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 40 years of age the Nicolas Feuillatte brand is also the youngest of the great Champagne houses. This youth allows the house to put forward a new vision of luxury: they believe that luxury is not about social status, but about elegance and attitude, emotion and pleasure, the appreciation of the good and the beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue the complex nature and extended ageding, we would suggest some pan-fried scallops with fresh lemon juice or Seabass fillet served in a citrus court-bouillon stock used mainly to poach fish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2018-01-15T17:54:30+11:00","created_at":"2017-10-04T14:13:56+11:00","vendor":"Nicolas Feuillatte","type":"Vintage","tags":["Brut","New Arrival","Rare Collection","Region: Chouilly","Taste: Aged 10 Years on Lees","Taste: Almond","Taste: Bread","Taste: Flint","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Roasted nut","Taste: Spice","Vintage","Year: 2006"],"price":32999,"price_min":32999,"price_max":32999,"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":2066138890268,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"N_FEUI_PALMES_DOR_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588452847725,"product_id":173324632092,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T15:33:07+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T15:34:39+10:00","alt":"Nicolas Feuillatte Palmes d'Or Vintage 2006 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/nicolas-feuillatte-palmes-dor-vintage_2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525498479","variant_ids":[2066138890268]},"available":true,"name":"Nicolas Feuillatte Palmes d'Or Vintage 2006 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":32999,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/nicolas-feuillatte-palmes-dor-vintage_2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525498479"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/nicolas-feuillatte-palmes-dor-vintage_2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525498479","options":["Please Select:"],"content":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 137\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This vintage opens with a reductive complexity of struck flint and grilled bread unfamiliar in Palmes d’Or. Behind this, the fast-developing personality of the 2006 vintage is displayed in a toasty, secondary style of spice and roast nuts. It culminates in a finish of integrity, marked by just a touch of phenolic bitterness, yet allowing the vibrant acidity and fine chalk minerality of some of Champagne’s most revered grand crus to define a long and well-focused close.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 137\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e50% chardonnay from Chouilly, Cramant, Oger, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Avize and Montgueux near Troyes; 50% pinot noir from Bouzy, Verzy, Verzenay, Aÿ and Ambonnay.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 3\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmbedded in its region and uniting a whopping 4,500 wine growers, Nicolas Feuillatte is the largest wine-growers’ (vignerons) Champagne brand. The Brut NV is the number one selling brand in France and has been for the last three years. The brand is the third largest globally.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 40 years of age the Nicolas Feuillatte brand is also the youngest of the great Champagne houses. This youth allows the house to put forward a new vision of luxury: they believe that luxury is not about social status, but about elegance and attitude, emotion and pleasure, the appreciation of the good and the beautiful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 4\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDue the complex nature and extended ageding, we would suggest some pan-fried scallops with fresh lemon juice or Seabass fillet served in a citrus court-bouillon stock used mainly to poach fish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}
Pol Roger
Pol Roger Blanc de Blancs '09 Brut
Vintage Blanc de Blancs
2009
Epernay
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Club Price $165.30 (?)
{"id":105225256988,"title":"Pol Roger Blanc de Blancs '09 Brut","handle":"pol-roger-brut-blanc-de-blancs-vintage-2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eFor a house once led by pinot noir, Pol Roger is increasingly focusing on chardonnay in its vintage wines, and recent vintages of its Blanc de Blancs demonstrate why. The power and precision of the grand crus of the northern Côte des Blancs coalesce in the rich 2009 harvest \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto produce a beautifully refined blanc de blancs that captures the finesse and fragrant delicacy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eof Pol Roger. Dainty lemon and grapefruit lead out, backed by the understated succulence \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eof white peach and the crunch of nashi pear in a long-lingering palate of bright acid line and frothing salt minerality. Almost a decade of lees age has begun to build a creamy texture and lingering, understated complexity of nutmeg, almond nougat and honey. It propagates with great persistence, sustained by the bright acidity of Pol Roger, even in such a warm vintage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA triumph of the season, and the vintage to drink over the next five years as we eagerly await the awakening of the sublime 2008\u003c\/span\u003e.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf it is good enough for her Majesty the Queen to drink every evening, then this it is good enough for us. Pol Roger is one of the few champagne houses that have rightfully earned the British coat of arms to adorn every bottle and after all, it’s not just a favourite with the Royal Family but most of Britain, who know good champagne from the average. This medium-sized, family owned treasure of the Champagne region is the epitome of quality and consistency. 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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestions \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a completely sublime champagne and I would up the ante of the indulgence by serving it with a lobster roll. Decadent but not too fussy! \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-19T12:26:49+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-19T12:29:07+10:00","vendor":"Pol Roger","type":"Vintage Blanc de Blancs","tags":["$100-200","Blanc de blancs","Cotes des blancs","Edited For You","gift guide","Region: Epernay","Taste: Almond","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Grapefruit","Taste: Lemon Zest","Taste: Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Nashi Pear","Taste: Nougat","Taste: Salty","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: White Peach","Vintage","Year: 2009"],"price":17499,"price_min":17499,"price_max":17499,"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":1021267443740,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"POL_BDB_VINT09_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588483125357,"product_id":105225256988,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T16:17:40+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T16:20:21+10:00","alt":"Pol Roger Brut Blanc de Blancs Vintage 2009 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-brut-blanc-de-blancs-vintage-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525501221","variant_ids":[1021267443740]},"available":true,"name":"Pol Roger Blanc de Blancs '09 Brut - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":17499,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-brut-blanc-de-blancs-vintage-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525501221"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-brut-blanc-de-blancs-vintage-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525501221","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eFor a house once led by pinot noir, Pol Roger is increasingly focusing on chardonnay in its vintage wines, and recent vintages of its Blanc de Blancs demonstrate why. The power and precision of the grand crus of the northern Côte des Blancs coalesce in the rich 2009 harvest \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eto produce a beautifully refined blanc de blancs that captures the finesse and fragrant delicacy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eof Pol Roger. Dainty lemon and grapefruit lead out, backed by the understated succulence \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eof white peach and the crunch of nashi pear in a long-lingering palate of bright acid line and frothing salt minerality. Almost a decade of lees age has begun to build a creamy texture and lingering, understated complexity of nutmeg, almond nougat and honey. It propagates with great persistence, sustained by the bright acidity of Pol Roger, even in such a warm vintage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA triumph of the season, and the vintage to drink over the next five years as we eagerly await the awakening of the sublime 2008\u003c\/span\u003e.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf it is good enough for her Majesty the Queen to drink every evening, then this it is good enough for us. Pol Roger is one of the few champagne houses that have rightfully earned the British coat of arms to adorn every bottle and after all, it’s not just a favourite with the Royal Family but most of Britain, who know good champagne from the average. This medium-sized, family owned treasure of the Champagne region is the epitome of quality and consistency. 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\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestions \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a completely sublime champagne and I would up the ante of the indulgence by serving it with a lobster roll. Decadent but not too fussy! \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Henriot
Henriot Brut Rosé Vintage 2008
Vintage Rosé
2008
Reims
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Club Price $184.30 (?)
{"id":63492161564,"title":"Henriot Brut Rosé Vintage 2008","handle":"henriot-brut-rose-vintage-2008","description":"\u003cp\u003eComing from the excellent 2008 vintage, quantities are in limited supply. This is 55% chardonnay coming from Avize and Chouilly, and 45% pinot noir sourced from Mailly, Verzy, Mutigny and Mareuil. All are 100% grand cru vineyards. Less than 10% of pinot noir red wine addition and reserves sit between 20-30%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are notes of baked strawberry and warm pastry on the nose. Smoky red fruits flow on to the palate with a delicious exchange of tannin and minerality. The acid profile moves across the tongue with some pomegranate sweetness and crunch. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNotes on the vintage: The year began with a mild winter followed by a cool, dry autumn. A rainy period grape varieties. The good weather arrived just before the harvest, which accelerated the maturing process whilst maintaining high acidity. All of these elements are indicators of a great vintage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChampagne Henriot was founded in 1808 and Henriot has remained a family affair since then, which is increasingly rare in champagne. It’s important to look closely at one particular individual as his achievements define the house today. Joseph Henriot joined the family business in 195. After his father’s untimely death in 1962, he took over the reins and became the energy and entrepreneurial spirit behind the rise and success of the house. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHenriot have their eyes firmly set on what they describe as ‘craftsman luxury’. They aim to create high quality champagne to a dedicated following of Henriot Champagne lovers. They focus their energies on the chardonnay variety and apart from the Brut Souverain, they do not use pinot meunier anywhere else. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is some spicy, smoky complexity in this rosé with great structure all the way through. From speaking with winemaker, Laurent Fresnet, he suggested wok caramelised langoustine tails with creole rice, seasoned with paprika and pepper. Or try sticky pork buns and a selection of dim sum. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-08T11:01:06+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-08T11:02:15+10:00","vendor":"Henriot","type":"Vintage Rosé","tags":["$100-200","Brut Rosé","gift guide","Region: Reims","Taste: Baked Strawberry","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pomegranate","Taste: Smoky","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Warm Pastry","Vintage","Year: 2008"],"price":19499,"price_min":19499,"price_max":19499,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":737247592476,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"HENRIOT_ROSE_08_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588766437485,"product_id":63492161564,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T19:27:27+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T19:27:42+10:00","alt":"Henriot Brut Rosé Vintage 2008 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/henriot-brut-rose-vintage-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525512462","variant_ids":[737247592476]},"available":false,"name":"Henriot Brut Rosé Vintage 2008 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":19499,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/henriot-brut-rose-vintage-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525512462"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/henriot-brut-rose-vintage-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525512462","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eComing from the excellent 2008 vintage, quantities are in limited supply. This is 55% chardonnay coming from Avize and Chouilly, and 45% pinot noir sourced from Mailly, Verzy, Mutigny and Mareuil. All are 100% grand cru vineyards. Less than 10% of pinot noir red wine addition and reserves sit between 20-30%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are notes of baked strawberry and warm pastry on the nose. Smoky red fruits flow on to the palate with a delicious exchange of tannin and minerality. The acid profile moves across the tongue with some pomegranate sweetness and crunch. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNotes on the vintage: The year began with a mild winter followed by a cool, dry autumn. A rainy period grape varieties. The good weather arrived just before the harvest, which accelerated the maturing process whilst maintaining high acidity. All of these elements are indicators of a great vintage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChampagne Henriot was founded in 1808 and Henriot has remained a family affair since then, which is increasingly rare in champagne. It’s important to look closely at one particular individual as his achievements define the house today. Joseph Henriot joined the family business in 195. After his father’s untimely death in 1962, he took over the reins and became the energy and entrepreneurial spirit behind the rise and success of the house. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHenriot have their eyes firmly set on what they describe as ‘craftsman luxury’. They aim to create high quality champagne to a dedicated following of Henriot Champagne lovers. They focus their energies on the chardonnay variety and apart from the Brut Souverain, they do not use pinot meunier anywhere else. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is some spicy, smoky complexity in this rosé with great structure all the way through. From speaking with winemaker, Laurent Fresnet, he suggested wok caramelised langoustine tails with creole rice, seasoned with paprika and pepper. Or try sticky pork buns and a selection of dim sum. \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Billecart-Salmon
Billecart-Salmon Elizabeth Salmon '06
Vintage Rosé
2006
Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ
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Club Price $474.05 (?)
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It holds with persistence and confidence, albeit developing faster, without the vibrancy and delicacy of the mesmerising 2002 before it. (No 2004 was made, since the red wine was not deemed to be of sufficient standard.)\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOne of the leading families of Champagne, this medium sized, high quality domain is one to be admired. Billecart-Salmon (pronounced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ebeel-kahr sahl-moh) have a fresh, clean and elegant style. They champion the use of the meunier grape which is often a added to other cuvees without fanfare in other houses. The absolutely pristine wine making facilities located in Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ are overseen by multiple generations of the family as well as chef winemaker Francois Domi. The house purposely ferments at a lower temperature elongating the ferment to weeks and not days as can be standard in champagne, which helps capture the pristine nature of the fruit. Every step of the wine making process at the house is artful, right down to the precision of the dosage which is unique for every disgorgement conducted in batches.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine of distinction requires the same for food. The Maison did suggest Bresse Chicken \"The Best Chicken in France\". These are corn-fed and have wonderful flavour. Partner this up with some Morel Mushrooms and Tarragon in a lightly creamy sauce and you are on your way to a food pairing heaven. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-02-19T09:47:27+11:00","created_at":"2018-02-16T10:51:27+11:00","vendor":"Billecart-Salmon","type":"Vintage Rosé","tags":["Rare Collection","Rare Collections","Region: Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ","Rosé","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Coffee","Taste: Dark Chocolate","Taste: Grand Cru Fruit","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pinot Noir Red WIne","Taste: Red Cherry","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Strawberry","Taste: Textural","Taste: Toasty","Vintage","Year: 2006"],"price":49999,"price_min":49999,"price_max":49999,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":7759396012060,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BILLE_ELISA_ROSE_2006_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586816675949,"product_id":648486486044,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T19:26:42+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T19:26:52+10:00","alt":"Billecart Salmon Cuvee Elisabeth Salmon Rose 2006 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/billecart-salmon-cuvee-elisabeth-salmon-rose-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525426012","variant_ids":[7759396012060]},"available":false,"name":"Billecart-Salmon Elizabeth Salmon '06 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":49999,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/billecart-salmon-cuvee-elisabeth-salmon-rose-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525426012"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/billecart-salmon-cuvee-elisabeth-salmon-rose-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525426012","options":["Please select"],"content":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 33\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 34\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The tightrope balance of long-aged rosé is one of Champagne’s most challenging arts, and the restrained style of Billecart is attering in the generous presence of the 2006 season. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStrawberry and red cherry fruits have evolved to a toasty place of dark chocolate and coffee, though upholding the poise and definition of the house, thanks to a fine, long-lingering, beautifully focused acid line and the ever-present texture of fine, strong, mouth-filling chalk minerality. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eCôte des Blancs chardonnay confidently tones the presence of pinot noir. It holds with persistence and confidence, albeit developing faster, without the vibrancy and delicacy of the mesmerising 2002 before it. (No 2004 was made, since the red wine was not deemed to be of sufficient standard.)\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOne of the leading families of Champagne, this medium sized, high quality domain is one to be admired. Billecart-Salmon (pronounced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ebeel-kahr sahl-moh) have a fresh, clean and elegant style. They champion the use of the meunier grape which is often a added to other cuvees without fanfare in other houses. The absolutely pristine wine making facilities located in Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ are overseen by multiple generations of the family as well as chef winemaker Francois Domi. The house purposely ferments at a lower temperature elongating the ferment to weeks and not days as can be standard in champagne, which helps capture the pristine nature of the fruit. Every step of the wine making process at the house is artful, right down to the precision of the dosage which is unique for every disgorgement conducted in batches.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine of distinction requires the same for food. The Maison did suggest Bresse Chicken \"The Best Chicken in France\". These are corn-fed and have wonderful flavour. Partner this up with some Morel Mushrooms and Tarragon in a lightly creamy sauce and you are on your way to a food pairing heaven. \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Pol Roger
Pol Roger Brut Rosé Vintage '08
Vintage Rosé
2008
Epernay
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Club Price $160.55 (?)
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A rosé of character and finesse, it looks smarter than ever in its new mushroom-purple livery.\"\u003c\/p\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\u003eThis wine is simply a knockout so you either match it with something like this duck dish created by Chef Adam Stokes combining tart rhubarb, poached in a sweet liquor of vanilla and star anise, with a crunchy, savoury granola. If you prefer dessert (but not sweet) try the rhubarb fool as suggested by the house.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-19T12:29:25+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-19T12:30:59+10:00","vendor":"Pol Roger","type":"Vintage Rosé","tags":["Region: Epernay","Rose","Taste: Blackberry","Taste: Fine Tannin","Taste: Kirsch","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pinot Noir Red WIne","Taste: Red Cherry","Taste: Rosé","Taste: Smoky","Taste: Tamarillo","Taste: Vintage","Vintage","Year: 2008"],"price":16999,"price_min":16999,"price_max":16999,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":1021302997020,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"POL_ROSE_08_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588480340077,"product_id":105229647900,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T16:13:18+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T16:15:15+10:00","alt":"Pol Roger Brut Rosé Vintage 2009 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-brut-rose-vintage-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525500915","variant_ids":[1021302997020]},"available":false,"name":"Pol Roger Brut Rosé Vintage '08 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":16999,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-brut-rose-vintage-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525500915"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-brut-rose-vintage-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525500915","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\"A medium- to full-salmon hue heralds an expressive and characterful rosé of beautifully defined red and black cherries, blackberries, pink pepper, tamarillos and even a hint of pipe smoke. Pinot noir takes a confident lead, contributing elegant fragrance and succulent flesh and body within the strict and consummately controlled mood of Pol Roger. The fine chalk minerality of the great crus of the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims draws out a long and refined finish, well supported by ultra-fine, impeccably handled tannins. A rosé of character and finesse, it looks smarter than ever in its new mushroom-purple livery.\"\u003c\/p\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\u003eThis wine is simply a knockout so you either match it with something like this duck dish created by Chef Adam Stokes combining tart rhubarb, poached in a sweet liquor of vanilla and star anise, with a crunchy, savoury granola. If you prefer dessert (but not sweet) try the rhubarb fool as suggested by the house.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Piper Heidsieck
Piper Heidsieck Vintage Brut '08
Vintage
NV
Reims
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Club Price $94.05 (?)
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It’s full-bodied, rich and strong, with generous flavour and backbone, layered and persistent. \" - 96 Points, Huon Hooke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated in 1785 by Florens-Louis Heidsieck who aimed to create a wine worthy of a Queen, Piper-Heidsieck is one of France’s oldest champagne houses. With a grand history, the house has been synonymous with excellence, boldness, and grandeur for 230 years. One of the world’s most awarded champagnes, Piper-Heidsieck benefits from the expertise of celebrated winemaker, Régis Camus, who has been named 'Sparkling Winemaker of the Year' 8 times over the past 10 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this wine has great richness and development in flavour, it would comfortably pair with chicken, roasted with lemon and rosemary. If you are into soups, cellarmaster Severine Frerson recommends creamy chestnut soup with fennel and slices of duck breast. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-19T11:39:55+11:00","created_at":"2018-11-29T12:25:59+11:00","vendor":"Piper Heidsieck","type":"Vintage","tags":["Piper Heidsieck","Region: Reims","Taste: Aged 6 Years on Lees","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Biscuit","Taste: Brioche","Taste: Honey","Taste: Honeycomb","Taste: Layered","Taste: Nut","Taste: Rich","Taste: Textured","Taste: Toast","Taste: Yellow Peach","Vintage","Year: 2008","Year: NV"],"price":9999,"price_min":9999,"price_max":9999,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":10999,"compare_at_price_min":10999,"compare_at_price_max":10999,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":13884679684205,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"PIPER_HEID_VINT_08","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4298088808557,"product_id":1493885157485,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-11-29T12:32:19+11:00","updated_at":"2019-07-08T15:36:35+10:00","alt":null,"width":900,"height":1388,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/piper-heidsieck-vintage-champagne-brut-2008-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1562564195","variant_ids":[13884679684205]},"available":true,"name":"Piper Heidsieck Vintage Brut '08 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":9999,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":10999,"inventory_quantity":4,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/piper-heidsieck-vintage-champagne-brut-2008-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1562564195"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/piper-heidsieck-vintage-champagne-brut-2008-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1562564195","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cp\u003ePiper Heidsieck has undergone significant improvements over the past 6 years under the new ownership and direction of awarded winemaker Regis Camus at the helm. Lower production quantities and increased quality make this a great value champagne. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Piper NV is hugely popular but the vintage is a fraction of the company’s sales, and an infinitely better wine. It’s 52% chardonnay and 48% pinot noir. The bouquet is very toasty and mellow, layered with roasted nut and bakery aromas. It’s full-bodied, rich and strong, with generous flavour and backbone, layered and persistent. \" - 96 Points, Huon Hooke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated in 1785 by Florens-Louis Heidsieck who aimed to create a wine worthy of a Queen, Piper-Heidsieck is one of France’s oldest champagne houses. With a grand history, the house has been synonymous with excellence, boldness, and grandeur for 230 years. One of the world’s most awarded champagnes, Piper-Heidsieck benefits from the expertise of celebrated winemaker, Régis Camus, who has been named 'Sparkling Winemaker of the Year' 8 times over the past 10 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this wine has great richness and development in flavour, it would comfortably pair with chicken, roasted with lemon and rosemary. If you are into soups, cellarmaster Severine Frerson recommends creamy chestnut soup with fennel and slices of duck breast. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}
Bollinger
Bollinger La Grande Annee '07
Vintage
2007
Aÿ
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Club Price $227.05 (?)
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Add walnut and honeycomb into the mix, coupled with some malt biscuit and spice and the result is a moreish and well-balanced vintage champagne. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"70% pinot, mainly from Aÿ and Verzenay; 30% chardonnay, mainly from Avize, Chouilly and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger; a blend of 13 crus, 95% grand cru and 5% premier cru; a higher proportion of pinot noir than usual because 2005 was believed to be a great season for pinot noir; entirely fermented and matured in oak barrels; aged under natural cork 8.5 years on lees; 6g\/L dosage\"\u003c\/em\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\u003cp\u003eBollinger remain quite possibly one of the most famous family-owned champagne houses of all. Bollinger are well known for their dominance of the powerful and expressive pinot noir from Aÿ where they were founded, their use of magnums for production of all their wines and a traditional wine making style incorporating fermentation in oak barrels which they have never deviated from. They still have their own in-house cooper who makes and manages their stock of some 3,500 barrels! That equates to about 1 million bottles being fermented in barrel, being the largest (along with Krug) than any other producer in the region. Currently Bollinger own some 164 hectares in some of the best vineyard sites across champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe richness and power of this cuvee will partner magically with a heavier dish and our pick is a veal with a parmesan crust. Serve with a dollops or foie gras and baby vegetables served slightly undercooked for some crunch. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-09-18T14:18:01+10:00","created_at":"2018-08-16T12:21:34+10:00","vendor":"Bollinger","type":"Vintage","tags":["gift guide","Region: Aÿ","Taste: Aged 8 Years on Lees","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Honeycomb","Taste: Malt Biscuit","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Spice","Taste: Toasty","Taste: Walnut","Vintage","Year: 2007"],"price":23999,"price_min":23999,"price_max":23999,"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":12946938167405,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BOLLI_GRA_ANNEE_07","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3857389682797,"product_id":1395865813101,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-08-16T12:21:34+10:00","updated_at":"2018-08-16T12:21:34+10:00","alt":"Bollinger Grande Annee Vintage Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/bollinger-la-grande-annee-2005-champagne-image_a9eb044b-a2bb-471d-ab21-ffdf694cacc2.jpg?v=1534386094","variant_ids":[12946938167405]},"available":true,"name":"Bollinger La Grande Annee '07 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":23999,"weight":2000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/bollinger-la-grande-annee-2005-champagne-image_a9eb044b-a2bb-471d-ab21-ffdf694cacc2.jpg?v=1534386094"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/bollinger-la-grande-annee-2005-champagne-image_a9eb044b-a2bb-471d-ab21-ffdf694cacc2.jpg?v=1534386094","options":["Please select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eThe latest release from Bollinger is the refined and powerful La Grand Année vintage 2007. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToast, yellow fruit, brioche and quince rise from the glass and provide an attractive and intense nose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate is clean and mineral driven with yellow fruit flowing through. Add walnut and honeycomb into the mix, coupled with some malt biscuit and spice and the result is a moreish and well-balanced vintage champagne. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"70% pinot, mainly from Aÿ and Verzenay; 30% chardonnay, mainly from Avize, Chouilly and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger; a blend of 13 crus, 95% grand cru and 5% premier cru; a higher proportion of pinot noir than usual because 2005 was believed to be a great season for pinot noir; entirely fermented and matured in oak barrels; aged under natural cork 8.5 years on lees; 6g\/L dosage\"\u003c\/em\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\u003cp\u003eBollinger remain quite possibly one of the most famous family-owned champagne houses of all. Bollinger are well known for their dominance of the powerful and expressive pinot noir from Aÿ where they were founded, their use of magnums for production of all their wines and a traditional wine making style incorporating fermentation in oak barrels which they have never deviated from. They still have their own in-house cooper who makes and manages their stock of some 3,500 barrels! That equates to about 1 million bottles being fermented in barrel, being the largest (along with Krug) than any other producer in the region. Currently Bollinger own some 164 hectares in some of the best vineyard sites across champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe richness and power of this cuvee will partner magically with a heavier dish and our pick is a veal with a parmesan crust. Serve with a dollops or foie gras and baby vegetables served slightly undercooked for some crunch. \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Pierre Paillard
Pierre Paillard 'Les Mottelettes' '12
Vintage Blanc de Blancs
2012
Bouzy
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Club Price $130.15 (?)
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Under the careful watch of father Pierre Paillard, the champagnes from this family owned estate are direct and straight from vine to wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paillard family owns 60%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir and 40%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echardonnay grapes, blending\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir oriented\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echampagnes and only utilising the ‘noble grape’ varieties.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a staunchly organic and natural approach to their wine making, these are connoisseur’s wines and are strictly on allocation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotato latkes (Jewish style potato cake) with watercress guacamole and chilli salt. 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Slick new labels are just a hint to the progressive minds of these new generation wine makers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wines zoom in on the Bouzy terroir that their vineyards are planted in (yes this is really a Champagne village!). This is a grand cru region famed for big bold pinot noir grapes with power and drive and it presents in most wines created by the maison but the wines are not tempered by dosage. Under the careful watch of father Pierre Paillard, the champagnes from this family owned estate are direct and straight from vine to wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paillard family owns 60%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir and 40%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echardonnay grapes, blending\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir oriented\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echampagnes and only utilising the ‘noble grape’ varieties.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a staunchly organic and natural approach to their wine making, these are connoisseur’s wines and are strictly on allocation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotato latkes (Jewish style potato cake) with watercress guacamole and chilli salt. If this is too much effort, some fish \u0026amp; chips (with salt and vinegar) would also do the trick.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Henriot
Henriot '08
Vintage
2008
Reims
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Club Price $189.05 (?)
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After his father’s untimely death in 1962, he took over the reins and became the energy and entrepreneurial spirit behind the rise and success of the house. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHenriot have their eyes firmly set on what they describe as ‘craftsman luxury’. They aim to create high quality champagne to a dedicated following of Henriot Champagne lovers. They focus their energies on the chardonnay variety and apart from the Brut Souverain, they do not use pinot meunier anywhere else. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine, crumbly piece of aged parmesan cheese...\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-08T11:01:06+10:00","created_at":"2019-02-28T16:32:41+11:00","vendor":"Henriot","type":"Vintage","tags":["$100-200","Region: Reims","Taste: Herbal","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Nectarine","Taste: Nut","Taste: Pastry","Taste: Pistachio","Taste: Plum","Taste: Red Cherry","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Warm Pastry","Vintage","Year: 2008"],"price":19999,"price_min":19999,"price_max":19999,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":14412413436013,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"HENRIOT_08","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4537419726957,"product_id":1544270905453,"position":1,"created_at":"2019-02-28T16:39:15+11:00","updated_at":"2019-02-28T17:46:28+11:00","alt":"Henriot-Millesime-2008-Emperor-Champagne","width":646,"height":1000,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Millesime-2008-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1551336388","variant_ids":[14412413436013]},"available":false,"name":"Henriot '08 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":19999,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Millesime-2008-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1551336388"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Millesime-2008-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1551336388","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eAt a recent in-store tasting located at the Emperor HQ, we were joined by the dashing Export Manager - Victor Pepin. 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The good weather arrived just before the harvest, which accelerated the maturing process whilst maintaining high acidity. All of these elements are indicators of a great vintage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChampagne Henriot was founded in 1808 and Henriot has remained a family affair since then, which is increasingly rare in champagne. It’s important to look closely at one particular individual as his achievements define the house today. Joseph Henriot joined the family business in 195. After his father’s untimely death in 1962, he took over the reins and became the energy and entrepreneurial spirit behind the rise and success of the house. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHenriot have their eyes firmly set on what they describe as ‘craftsman luxury’. They aim to create high quality champagne to a dedicated following of Henriot Champagne lovers. They focus their energies on the chardonnay variety and apart from the Brut Souverain, they do not use pinot meunier anywhere else. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fine, crumbly piece of aged parmesan cheese...\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Taittinger
Taittinger Comtes des Champagne '07
Prestige
2007
Reims
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Club Price $331.55 (?)
{"id":1490667241581,"title":"Taittinger Comtes des Champagne '07","handle":"taittinger-comtes-des-champagne-2007-vintage-champagne","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a step up from the linear and fresh 2006. It shows subtle depth and power with a dense block of vivid fruit that's highlighted with lemon zest, green apples and hints of white peaches. Just the right amount of praline and nuts on the nose. Fine and tight bead give the Champagne a luxurious mouthfeel. One for now or the cellar. Drink or hold. \u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTiny bead. Hugely aromatic and super-tense but expressive too. Very much a Blanc de Blancs and very fine indeed. Wonderful aperitif. Massive acidity but the Bose compensates for it. 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You will also discover more of the wine by doing this.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampagne Taittinger is one of France's most celebrated champagne houses. As the epitome of French sophistication, style and grace, Champagne Taittinger celebrates the pleasures of life, believing that special moments are best enjoyed with fine champagne and great company. Revered by critics the world over and recognised as the champagne connoisseurs, Champagne Taittinger is renowned for creating wines of unmatched delicacy, elegance and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich, ethereal and mineral with lemon curd and biscuity notes. Heaven. We love this champagne with a seafood risotto and a squeeze of fresh lemon and a sprinkling of parmesan to finish! \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Pol Roger
Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Brut '06 Magnum 1.5L PRE-ORDER
Prestige
2006
Epernay
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Club Price $759.05 (?)
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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. 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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. 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Pol Roger
Pol Roger Brut Rosé Vintage '09
Vintage Rosé
2009
Epernay
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Club Price $160.55 (?)
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The fruit is sourced from 20 grand cru and premier cru villages in the Montagne de Reims and Côte des Blancs; full malolactic fermentation; 8 g\/l dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 156\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\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\u003eThis wine is simply a knockout so you either match it with something like this duck dish created by Chef Adam Stokes combining tart rhubarb, poached in a sweet liquor of vanilla and star anise, with a crunchy, savoury granola. If you prefer dessert (but not sweet) try the rhubarb fool as suggested by the house.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-09-26T12:03:47+10:00","created_at":"2018-09-26T11:50:19+10:00","vendor":"Pol Roger","type":"Vintage Rosé","tags":["Region: Epernay","Rose","Taste: Blackberry","Taste: Fine Tannin","Taste: Kirsch","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pinot Noir Red WIne","Taste: Red Cherry","Taste: Rosé","Taste: Smoky","Taste: Tamarillo","Taste: Vintage","Vintage","Year: 2009"],"price":16999,"price_min":16999,"price_max":16999,"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":13476185047149,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"POL_ROSE_2009","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4080967123053,"product_id":1468565323885,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-09-26T12:09:02+10:00","updated_at":"2018-09-26T12:09:07+10:00","alt":null,"width":528,"height":700,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-vintage-rose-champagne-2009-emperor.jpg?v=1537927747","variant_ids":[13476185047149]},"available":true,"name":"Pol Roger Brut Rosé Vintage '09 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":16999,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":7,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-vintage-rose-champagne-2009-emperor.jpg?v=1537927747","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pol-Roger-vintage-rose-2009-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1537927747"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-vintage-rose-champagne-2009-emperor.jpg?v=1537927747","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImagine you are about to follow on from Justin Timberlake's incredible performance on stage, pretty hard act to follow huh? 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Notes of exotic fruits combine harmoniously with floral undertones; on the finish, hints of dried fruit emerge, leading to an outstandingly fresh and powerful finish.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePol Roger - Online\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e65% pinot noir, 35% chardonnay including 15% pinot noir red wine addition. The fruit is sourced from 20 grand cru and premier cru villages in the Montagne de Reims and Côte des Blancs; full malolactic fermentation; 8 g\/l dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 156\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\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\u003eThis wine is simply a knockout so you either match it with something like this duck dish created by Chef Adam Stokes combining tart rhubarb, poached in a sweet liquor of vanilla and star anise, with a crunchy, savoury granola. If you prefer dessert (but not sweet) try the rhubarb fool as suggested by the house.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Piper Heidsieck
Piper Heidsieck RARE '02
Vintage
2002
Reims
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Club Price $331.55 (?)
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