Vintage

{"id":63483805724,"title":"Hatt et Soner Grand Brut Cuvée","handle":"hatt-soner-grand-brut-cuvee-2012","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLifted citrus, some chalkiness and yellow plum with some florals on the nose. Palate is clean, juicy acids with fresh orange citrus flesh and bright acid profile. We like the selection of fruit from the 10 different vineyard parcels, it gives character and sets an easy-going style of blanc de blancs. A great example and one worth seeking out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn important note about this house is that they only make vintage champagne of which only two other champagne houses; Salon and Dom Perignon make wine in this way. An exciting house to watch and brand new in Australia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHATT et SÖNER is a champagne house located in the Côte des Blancs and is the first Swedish-owned champagne house. The history of the house dates back to 1865 when the Vallois family planted it’s first vines. Around the same time, the Ruscon family (from Sweden) were entranced into the wine trade, however it was not until 1982 that the two families came together. It wasn't until almost 30 years later that the Vallois family, Ruscon family, and two other Swedish families decided to create a new maison with a new vision and so \u003c\/span\u003eHATT et SÖNER was born. The word Hatt is Swedish for 'Hat' and Söner for 'Sons'. In the 19th century, The Ruscon family owned hat factories which supplied to fashion houses in Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHATT et SÖNER uses only chardonnay derived from both grand and premier cru vineyards located in Oger, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Vertus and Bergères-les-Vertus. Chardonnay brings finesse, elegance and freshness to champagne and the terroir of chalk and mineral reflect so perfectly in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe HATT et SÖNER range. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll the wines are vintage with the majority not going through malolactic fermentation. These are wines that can be stashed away in your cellar for at least 10-15 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe served this champagne with a dish prepared by Urbane Head Chef Josh Raine - seared scallops with broccoli, avocado and crispy shallot with lime and coconut dressing. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-08T10:52:30+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-08T10:54:57+10:00","vendor":"Hatt et Soner","type":"Vintage Blanc de Blancs","tags":["$100-200","gift guide","Region","Region: Bergères-les-Vertus","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Juicy","Taste: No Malolactic Fermentation","Taste: Orange","Taste: Yellow Plum","Vintage","Year: 2012"],"price":10500,"price_min":10500,"price_max":10500,"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":737135001628,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"HATT_SONER_12_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588774727789,"product_id":63483805724,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T19:35:44+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T19:36:42+10:00","alt":"Hatt et Soner Grand Brut Cuvée Vintage Blanc de Blancs Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/hatt-soner-grand-brut-cuvee-2012-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525513002","variant_ids":[737135001628]},"available":true,"name":"Hatt et Soner Grand Brut Cuvée - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":10500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":19,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/hatt-soner-grand-brut-cuvee-2012-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525513002"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/hatt-soner-grand-brut-cuvee-2012-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525513002","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLifted citrus, some chalkiness and yellow plum with some florals on the nose. Palate is clean, juicy acids with fresh orange citrus flesh and bright acid profile. We like the selection of fruit from the 10 different vineyard parcels, it gives character and sets an easy-going style of blanc de blancs. A great example and one worth seeking out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn important note about this house is that they only make vintage champagne of which only two other champagne houses; Salon and Dom Perignon make wine in this way. An exciting house to watch and brand new in Australia. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHATT et SÖNER is a champagne house located in the Côte des Blancs and is the first Swedish-owned champagne house. The history of the house dates back to 1865 when the Vallois family planted it’s first vines. Around the same time, the Ruscon family (from Sweden) were entranced into the wine trade, however it was not until 1982 that the two families came together. It wasn't until almost 30 years later that the Vallois family, Ruscon family, and two other Swedish families decided to create a new maison with a new vision and so \u003c\/span\u003eHATT et SÖNER was born. The word Hatt is Swedish for 'Hat' and Söner for 'Sons'. In the 19th century, The Ruscon family owned hat factories which supplied to fashion houses in Paris.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHATT et SÖNER uses only chardonnay derived from both grand and premier cru vineyards located in Oger, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Vertus and Bergères-les-Vertus. Chardonnay brings finesse, elegance and freshness to champagne and the terroir of chalk and mineral reflect so perfectly in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe HATT et SÖNER range. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll the wines are vintage with the majority not going through malolactic fermentation. These are wines that can be stashed away in your cellar for at least 10-15 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe served this champagne with a dish prepared by Urbane Head Chef Josh Raine - seared scallops with broccoli, avocado and crispy shallot with lime and coconut dressing. \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":105070624796,"title":"La Grande Recolte","handle":"pierre-paillard-la-grande-recolte-2006","description":"\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","published_at":"2017-09-19T11:23:03+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-19T11:24:30+10:00","vendor":"Pierre Paillard","type":"Vintage","tags":["Grower","Region: Bouzy","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":11900,"price_min":11900,"price_max":11900,"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":"La Grande Recolte - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":11900,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/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"}

{"id":648472068124,"title":"Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Brut","handle":"pol-roger-sir-winston-churchill-vintage-2006","description":"\u003cdiv title=\"Page 156\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The blend of Sir Winston Churchill is a closely guarded secret. I ask d’Harcourt every time we taste a new vintage. ‘I have not been drunk enough yet to tell you!’ he replies. I’ll keep working on it. Elusive details aside, Sir Winston steps up with a characterful presence in the powerful 2006 season, with pinot noir commanding\u003cbr\u003e a confident lead in spicy fig, mirabelle plum and red apple fruit, intricately toned by the bright lemon, grapefruit and crunchy pear of chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith time in the glass, a gorgeous presence of red cherry fruit rises and sweeps in a captivating display of youthful fruit integrity. Time moves slowly in Pol Roger’s deep, cold cellars, and the tell-tale signs of maturity in nutmeg and almond are but fleeting glimpses, its age declared more dramatically in gorgeously seamless and silky texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe signature, salty chalk minerality of the greatest crus of the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims lays out a finish of outstanding line and enduring length, with a bright acid line that defines the finesse of the house and promises medium-term potential. A highlight of the season.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 156\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf it is good enough for her Majesty the Queen to drink every evening, then this it is good enough for us. Pol Roger is of the few champagne houses that have rightfully earned the British coat of arms to adorn every bottle and after all, it’s not just a favourite with the Royal Family but most of Britain, who know good champagne from the average. This medium-sized, family owned treasure of the Champagne region is the epitome of quality and consistency. With deep cool cellars, this maison leaves their cuvées ageing for far longer than most of their counterparts allowing the development of very fine and tiny bubbles. This creates a silky texture on the palate with subtle toasty notes that are the hallmark of excellent champagne. If ever in doubt, buy Pol Roger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This is in development... \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-02-16T10:47:35+11:00","created_at":"2018-02-16T10:27:12+11:00","vendor":"Pol Roger","type":"Prestige","tags":["Prestige Collection","Region: Epernay","Taste: Almond","Taste: Fig","Taste: Grapefruit","Taste: Lemon","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Nutmeg","Taste: Pear","Taste: Plum","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Red Cherry","Taste: Rosé","Taste: SIlky","Vintage","Year: 2006"],"price":29500,"price_min":29500,"price_max":29500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":7759288008732,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"POL_WINSTON_06_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586819035245,"product_id":648472068124,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T19:28:54+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T19:29:05+10:00","alt":"Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Vintage 2006 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-sir-winston-churchill-vintage-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525426145","variant_ids":[7759288008732]},"available":true,"name":"Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill Brut - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":29500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-sir-winston-churchill-vintage-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525426145"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pol-roger-sir-winston-churchill-vintage-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525426145","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cdiv title=\"Page 156\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The blend of Sir Winston Churchill is a closely guarded secret. I ask d’Harcourt every time we taste a new vintage. ‘I have not been drunk enough yet to tell you!’ he replies. I’ll keep working on it. Elusive details aside, Sir Winston steps up with a characterful presence in the powerful 2006 season, with pinot noir commanding\u003cbr\u003e a confident lead in spicy fig, mirabelle plum and red apple fruit, intricately toned by the bright lemon, grapefruit and crunchy pear of chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith time in the glass, a gorgeous presence of red cherry fruit rises and sweeps in a captivating display of youthful fruit integrity. Time moves slowly in Pol Roger’s deep, cold cellars, and the tell-tale signs of maturity in nutmeg and almond are but fleeting glimpses, its age declared more dramatically in gorgeously seamless and silky texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe signature, salty chalk minerality of the greatest crus of the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims lays out a finish of outstanding line and enduring length, with a bright acid line that defines the finesse of the house and promises medium-term potential. A highlight of the season.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 156\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf it is good enough for her Majesty the Queen to drink every evening, then this it is good enough for us. Pol Roger is of the few champagne houses that have rightfully earned the British coat of arms to adorn every bottle and after all, it’s not just a favourite with the Royal Family but most of Britain, who know good champagne from the average. This medium-sized, family owned treasure of the Champagne region is the epitome of quality and consistency. With deep cool cellars, this maison leaves their cuvées ageing for far longer than most of their counterparts allowing the development of very fine and tiny bubbles. This creates a silky texture on the palate with subtle toasty notes that are the hallmark of excellent champagne. If ever in doubt, buy Pol Roger.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This is in development... \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":59751104540,"title":"Billecart-Salmon Grand Cru '04","handle":"billecart-salmon-blanc-de-blancs-vintage-2004","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 33\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"A blend of Avize for structure, Cramant for florals, Chouilly for depth and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger for definition; 50% reserves from 2010, 2009 and 2008; partial malo-lactic fermentation; 6g\/L dosage; DIAM closure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis is a compelling result for the 2011 base year, bolstered in no small part by 50% reserves (twice the usual level), which build layers of pâtisserie, butter and nougat, though don’t quite \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ego all the way to countering the dry, earthy finish that marks 2011. Nonetheless, it upholds the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecreamy, soft and textural signature of the style, energised by nicely poised acidity and a softly rumbling undercurrent of grand cru minerality.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\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\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eSea bass tartare with cucumber, avocado served with parsnip pureé and shaved radish. Served at the Billecart-Salmon Maison by a Private Chef. June 2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-06T12:38:05+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-06T12:40:47+10:00","vendor":"Billecart-Salmon","type":"Vintage Blanc de Blancs","tags":["$100-200","750ml","Blanc de blancs","Grand Cru","Rare Collection","Rare Collections","Region: Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ","Taste: 50% Reserve Wines","Taste: Blanc de blancs","Taste: Butter","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Creamy","Taste: Earthy","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Nougat","Taste: Partial malo","Taste: Patisserie","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Textural","Vintage","Year: 2004"],"price":17900,"price_min":17900,"price_max":17900,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":652651692060,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BILLE_GC_2004_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588852027501,"product_id":59751104540,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T20:53:54+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T20:54:22+10:00","alt":"Billecart-Salmon Grand Cru '04 Vintage Blanc de Blancs Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/billecart-salmon-blanc-de-blancs-vintage-2004-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525517662","variant_ids":[652651692060]},"available":true,"name":"Billecart-Salmon Grand Cru '04 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":17900,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/billecart-salmon-blanc-de-blancs-vintage-2004-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525517662"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/billecart-salmon-blanc-de-blancs-vintage-2004-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525517662","options":["Please select"],"content":"\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 33\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"A blend of Avize for structure, Cramant for florals, Chouilly for depth and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger for definition; 50% reserves from 2010, 2009 and 2008; partial malo-lactic fermentation; 6g\/L dosage; DIAM closure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThis is a compelling result for the 2011 base year, bolstered in no small part by 50% reserves (twice the usual level), which build layers of pâtisserie, butter and nougat, though don’t quite \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ego all the way to countering the dry, earthy finish that marks 2011. Nonetheless, it upholds the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecreamy, soft and textural signature of the style, energised by nicely poised acidity and a softly rumbling undercurrent of grand cru minerality.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\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\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eSea bass tartare with cucumber, avocado served with parsnip pureé and shaved radish. Served at the Billecart-Salmon Maison by a Private Chef. June 2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":296336883740,"title":"Veuve Clicquot Rosé Vintage 2008","handle":"veuve-clicquot-rose-vintage-2008","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eIt’s in Clicquot’s red wine facilities that I’ve encountered some of the most transcendental red wines in all of Champagne, but as they’re reserved exclusively as rosé blending components, I’ve wished there were some way for the world to experience these enthralling wines. It took a vintage of the beguiling transparency of 2008 to provide the window. Two years after release, it has evolved to a subtly copper shade of salmon, its primary red cherry and red apple fruit and rose petals morphing into a spectrum of spice, tomato, sage and toasted brioche. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright 2008 acidity and fine, salty chalk mineral structure hold strong amidst the body and presence of pinot noir from some of Champagne’s finest crus. 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. 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","published_at":"2017-09-05T16:40:38+10:00","created_at":"2017-10-23T19:44:29+11:00","vendor":"Veuve Clicquot","type":"Vintage Rosé","tags":["$100-200","Brut","Grande Marque","Region: Reims","Rosé","Taste: Brioche","Taste: Lees","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Nougat","Taste: Pinot Noir Dominant","Taste: Pinot Noir Red WIne","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Red Cherry","Taste: Sage","Taste: Spice","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Strawberry","Taste: Tannin","Taste: Tomato","valentine","Vintage","Vintage: 2008"],"price":12900,"price_min":12900,"price_max":12900,"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":4108560891932,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"V_CLICQ_VIN08RSE201","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588321251437,"product_id":296336883740,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T12:52:26+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T12:53:16+10:00","alt":"Veuve Clicquot Rosé Vintage 2008","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/veuve-clicquot-brut-rose-nv-champagne-540x1080.jpg?v=1525488796","variant_ids":[4108560891932]},"available":true,"name":"Veuve Clicquot Rosé Vintage 2008 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":12900,"weight":1670,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/veuve-clicquot-brut-rose-nv-champagne-540x1080.jpg?v=1525488796"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/veuve-clicquot-brut-rose-nv-champagne-540x1080.jpg?v=1525488796","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eIt’s in Clicquot’s red wine facilities that I’ve encountered some of the most transcendental red wines in all of Champagne, but as they’re reserved exclusively as rosé blending components, I’ve wished there were some way for the world to experience these enthralling wines. It took a vintage of the beguiling transparency of 2008 to provide the window. Two years after release, it has evolved to a subtly copper shade of salmon, its primary red cherry and red apple fruit and rose petals morphing into a spectrum of spice, tomato, sage and toasted brioche. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBright 2008 acidity and fine, salty chalk mineral structure hold strong amidst the body and presence of pinot noir from some of Champagne’s finest crus. 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. 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"}

{"id":648486486044,"title":"Billecart-Salmon Elizabeth Salmon '06","handle":"billecart-salmon-cuvee-elisabeth-salmon-rose-2006","description":"\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","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":50000,"price_min":50000,"price_max":50000,"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":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":true,"name":"Billecart-Salmon Elizabeth Salmon '06 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":50000,"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\/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"}

{"id":105168863260,"title":"'Les Mottelettes' Bouzy Grand Cru","handle":"pierre-paillard-les-mottelettes-grand-cru-extra-brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eBouzy is famed for its pinot noir so it comes as a surprise to find a 100% chardonnay from the Paillard's plot - Les Mottelettes which is about 1.5 hectares. With an ultra low dosage at 1.8 g\/L it shows off its pure refined mineral \/ chalk edge. Expect light citrus, almost marshmallow nose, green apple and some hazelnut making an appearance. Very small production of 3500-4000 bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paillards practice what's know as Massale selection; a method of taking cuttings from the best performing vines and using these to replant older vines in all their sites. \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%\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","published_at":"2017-09-19T12:01:43+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-19T12:05:30+10:00","vendor":"Pierre Paillard","type":"Vintage Blanc de Blancs","tags":["artisan","Blanc de blancs","Extra Brut","Grower","Organic","Region: Bouzy","Sustainable Viticulture","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Extra Brut","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Green Apple","Taste: Hazelnut","Taste: Marshmallow","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Sustainable Viticulture","Vintage","Year: 2010"],"price":10500,"price_min":10500,"price_max":10500,"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":1020784934940,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"P_PAILLARD_MOTTELETTES_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588497936493,"product_id":105168863260,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T16:28:31+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T16:30:33+10:00","alt":"Pierre Paillard 'Les Mottelettes' Bouzy Grand Cru Vintage Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-les-mottelettes-grand-cru-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525501833","variant_ids":[1020784934940]},"available":true,"name":"'Les Mottelettes' Bouzy Grand Cru - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":10500,"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-les-mottelettes-grand-cru-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525501833"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-les-mottelettes-grand-cru-extra-brut-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525501833","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eBouzy is famed for its pinot noir so it comes as a surprise to find a 100% chardonnay from the Paillard's plot - Les Mottelettes which is about 1.5 hectares. With an ultra low dosage at 1.8 g\/L it shows off its pure refined mineral \/ chalk edge. Expect light citrus, almost marshmallow nose, green apple and some hazelnut making an appearance. Very small production of 3500-4000 bottles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paillards practice what's know as Massale selection; a method of taking cuttings from the best performing vines and using these to replant older vines in all their sites. \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%\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"}

{"id":59834597404,"title":"Bollinger Grande Annee","handle":"bollinger-la-grande-annee-2005","description":"\u003cp\u003eBollinger La Grande Annee is fermented and aged entirely in oak and is made of 70% pinot noir and 30% chardonnay with the majority of the fruit being sourced from grand cru villages. The colour is yellow-gold in colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose presents an array of dried apricot and mango coupled with sweeter, more tropical notes. The palate has golden yellow fruits and a few sips later reveal a smoky mineral layer then a toasty, creamy layer finally finishing with a slightly salty almond or marzipan character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall this is a powerful wine displaying Bollinger's' complex style of oak, oxidative barrel work and the boldness of pinot noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e------------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This is a vintage that captures the full magnificence of Bollinger exuberance, with a fruit integrity rarely seen in 2005, blossoming to even greater voluptuous succulence two years on from release. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt glows with mirabelle plums, figs and red apples, oozes with ripe peach and resonates with the depth of black cherries, before launching into \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003ea universe of Bollinger complexity in golden fruit cake, spice, pâtisserie and roast nuts. The depth and body of Bollinger con dently steps up to the firm structure, dry astringency and grapefruit-like grip of the season, built more on phenolic presence than acid line, yet with the flesh, drive and persistence to carry it, and at this age more silkiness than ever, culminating in a crescendo of seamless persistence. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e70% 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":"2017-09-06T13:12:20+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-06T13:15:58+10:00","vendor":"Bollinger","type":"Vintage","tags":["gift guide","Region: Aÿ","Taste: Aged 8 Years on Lees","Taste: Almond","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Black Cherry","Taste: Christmas cake","Taste: Mango","Taste: Oak Spice","Taste: Plum","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Ripe Peach","Taste: Roasted nut","Taste: Spice","Taste: Toasty","Vintage","Year: 2005"],"price":19999,"price_min":19999,"price_max":19999,"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":656267378716,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BOLLI_GRA_ANNEE_05_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588848095341,"product_id":59834597404,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T20:48:13+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T20:48:46+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.jpg?v=1525517326","variant_ids":[656267378716]},"available":true,"name":"Bollinger Grande Annee - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":19999,"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\/bollinger-la-grande-annee-2005-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525517326"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/bollinger-la-grande-annee-2005-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525517326","options":["Please select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eBollinger La Grande Annee is fermented and aged entirely in oak and is made of 70% pinot noir and 30% chardonnay with the majority of the fruit being sourced from grand cru villages. The colour is yellow-gold in colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose presents an array of dried apricot and mango coupled with sweeter, more tropical notes. The palate has golden yellow fruits and a few sips later reveal a smoky mineral layer then a toasty, creamy layer finally finishing with a slightly salty almond or marzipan character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOverall this is a powerful wine displaying Bollinger's' complex style of oak, oxidative barrel work and the boldness of pinot noir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e------------------------------------------------------------------------------\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"This is a vintage that captures the full magnificence of Bollinger exuberance, with a fruit integrity rarely seen in 2005, blossoming to even greater voluptuous succulence two years on from release. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIt glows with mirabelle plums, figs and red apples, oozes with ripe peach and resonates with the depth of black cherries, before launching into \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003ea universe of Bollinger complexity in golden fruit cake, spice, pâtisserie and roast nuts. The depth and body of Bollinger con dently steps up to the firm structure, dry astringency and grapefruit-like grip of the season, built more on phenolic presence than acid line, yet with the flesh, drive and persistence to carry it, and at this age more silkiness than ever, culminating in a crescendo of seamless persistence. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e70% 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"}

{"id":63632080924,"title":"Louis Roederer Cristal 2009","handle":"louis-roederer-cristal-2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eThe secret of Cristal is that it’s built to age, and its reductive style screams out for some years of post- disgorgement to truly blossom. For its price and reputation, Cristal is a relatively early release in the world of prestige cuvées, though Lécaillon points out that 30 years ago it enjoyed only 3 years on lees, when he joined \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe company 20 years ago it only had 4, and now it has 6 or 7. Notwithstanding, Cristal is the first 2009 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprestige cuvée to hit the streets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLécaillon describes 2009 as a ‘tutti-fruity year’, yet holding its freshness, luminous and bright. He has given it the lowest dosage of any Cristal ever. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s a generous and creamy cuvée, true to its dry, hot, sunny and ripe vintage. It leads out succulent and complex, with juicy peach and apple fruit, even hints of pineapple, and the complexity of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eage in fresh, spicy ginger, honey biscuits and nougat. Subtle gun-flint reduction brings complexity, while respecting the purity of its fruit. It changes up a gear on the finish, gaining velocity and energy from the tension of malic acidity and the pronounced texture of grapefruit pith that embodies a seamless accord between fine, salt chalk \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eminerality, the mouthfeel of lees age and subtle phenolic bitterness. These elements all settle comfortably into place in balance and harmony, albeit disparate at this youthful age. As ever with Cristal, all it asks for is time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSummary of the wine: \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\"\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","published_at":"2017-09-08T13:03:26+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-08T13:04:40+10:00","vendor":"Louis Roederer","type":"Prestige","tags":["Brut","Grand Cru","Grande Marque","Over $200","Pinot Noir dominant","Rare Collection","Region: Reims","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Biodynamic Producer","Taste: Ginger","Taste: Gingernut biscuits","Taste: No Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Nougat","Taste: Peach","Taste: Pineapple","Taste: Star Anise","Taste: Vanilla","Vintage","Year: 2009"],"price":32900,"price_min":32900,"price_max":32900,"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":739360178204,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"L_ROED_CRISTAL_09_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588598370413,"product_id":63632080924,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T17:33:23+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T17:34:07+10:00","alt":"Louis Roederer Cristal Prestige 2009 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/louis-roederer-cristal-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525505647","variant_ids":[739360178204]},"available":true,"name":"Louis Roederer Cristal 2009 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":32900,"weight":2000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/louis-roederer-cristal-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525505647"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/louis-roederer-cristal-2009-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525505647","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cspan\u003eThe secret of Cristal is that it’s built to age, and its reductive style screams out for some years of post- disgorgement to truly blossom. For its price and reputation, Cristal is a relatively early release in the world of prestige cuvées, though Lécaillon points out that 30 years ago it enjoyed only 3 years on lees, when he joined \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe company 20 years ago it only had 4, and now it has 6 or 7. Notwithstanding, Cristal is the first 2009 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprestige cuvée to hit the streets. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLécaillon describes 2009 as a ‘tutti-fruity year’, yet holding its freshness, luminous and bright. He has given it the lowest dosage of any Cristal ever. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s a generous and creamy cuvée, true to its dry, hot, sunny and ripe vintage. It leads out succulent and complex, with juicy peach and apple fruit, even hints of pineapple, and the complexity of \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eage in fresh, spicy ginger, honey biscuits and nougat. Subtle gun-flint reduction brings complexity, while respecting the purity of its fruit. It changes up a gear on the finish, gaining velocity and energy from the tension of malic acidity and the pronounced texture of grapefruit pith that embodies a seamless accord between fine, salt chalk \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eminerality, the mouthfeel of lees age and subtle phenolic bitterness. These elements all settle comfortably into place in balance and harmony, albeit disparate at this youthful age. As ever with Cristal, all it asks for is time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSummary of the wine: \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\"\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"}

{"id":57863012380,"title":"Taittinger Comtes des Champagne","handle":"taittinger-comtes-des-champagne-vintage-2006","description":"\u003cp\u003eA light pale yellow in colour with a very fine, light bead filling the edge of the rim. The nose presents a delicate tangerine-orange like character which opens up to richer notes of escargot pastry and candied lemon. The palate is gentle yet energetic, displaying a chalky mineral structure with rich fruit and generous mouthfeel. A distinctive yellow grapefruit\/citrus oil rises from the pool of minerals and brings with it a trail of delicate cooking spice and toasted coconut, thanks to a small percentage (6%) of barrel-ageing for up to 5 months. What is true about this wine is that it is just coming into its stride and would be quite content in the cellar for 10 years or more under the right conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2006 represents the first vintage made under family management, following the buyback of the Champagne Taittinger brand by Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger. \"Comtes is the Soul of Taittinger... it's an extraordinary wine whose reputation was built by my ancestors. It's devine; it's magic; it's a glorious wine.\" Pierre-Emmanuel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuggested serving temperature for this wine and other vintage wines would be around 10-12 degrees Celsius. 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","published_at":"2017-09-05T22:26:19+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-05T22:39:59+10:00","vendor":"Taittinger","type":"Prestige","tags":["Blanc de blancs","Cotes des blancs","Grand Cru","Over $200","Prestige Collection","Rare Collection","Region: Reims","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Coconut","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Grapefruit","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Partial Barrel-fermentation","Taste: Spice","Taste: Vanilla","Varieties: Chardonnay","Vintage","Year: 2006"],"price":38900,"price_min":38900,"price_max":38900,"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":594387402780,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"TAIT_COMTES_06_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2589005250669,"product_id":57863012380,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T22:52:45+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T22:54:08+10:00","alt":"Taittinger Comtes des Champagne Prestige Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/taittinger-comtes-des-champagne-vintage-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525524848","variant_ids":[594387402780]},"available":true,"name":"Taittinger Comtes des Champagne - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":38900,"weight":1670,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":4,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/taittinger-comtes-des-champagne-vintage-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525524848"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/taittinger-comtes-des-champagne-vintage-2006-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525524848","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eA light pale yellow in colour with a very fine, light bead filling the edge of the rim. The nose presents a delicate tangerine-orange like character which opens up to richer notes of escargot pastry and candied lemon. The palate is gentle yet energetic, displaying a chalky mineral structure with rich fruit and generous mouthfeel. A distinctive yellow grapefruit\/citrus oil rises from the pool of minerals and brings with it a trail of delicate cooking spice and toasted coconut, thanks to a small percentage (6%) of barrel-ageing for up to 5 months. What is true about this wine is that it is just coming into its stride and would be quite content in the cellar for 10 years or more under the right conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2006 represents the first vintage made under family management, following the buyback of the Champagne Taittinger brand by Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger. \"Comtes is the Soul of Taittinger... it's an extraordinary wine whose reputation was built by my ancestors. It's devine; it's magic; it's a glorious wine.\" Pierre-Emmanuel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuggested serving temperature for this wine and other vintage wines would be around 10-12 degrees Celsius. 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"}

{"id":54524641308,"title":"Alfred Gratien Grand Cru Brut","handle":"alfred-gratien-grand-cru-brut-2007","description":"\u003cp\u003eTropical notes of dried mango, yellow peach, ripe apricot and cream. Some warm pastry coming through, particularly bread and butter pudding. On the palate the mousse is fine and creamy with bright tangy acidity that plays along the tongue. All the ripe tropical fruits flow on to the palate opening up to toasty notes and warm spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Two more years on lees and a touch more dosage since its inaugural release have flattered this blend of the great northern Côte des Blancs grand crus of Cramant and Avize. It upholds its full-straw hue and notes of fresh lemon zest, barrel and bottle-derived characters of brioche and hint of fennel. The clash of malic acidity with wood lends a hint of sappiness, yet concludes with a flourish of bright malic acid drive, harmony and fine chalk mineral texture.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAvize and Cramant; fermented and aged 6 months in oak barrels; aged 8 years on lees; no malolactic fermentation; 8g\/L dosage.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\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\u003cp\u003eBased in Epernay, Alfred Gratien are certainly more led towards the traditional approach to champagne production winemaking being; no malo-lactic fermentation (to preserve malic acidity) aged under cork, long ageing (oxidative style) and oak fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe this fresh but full bodied blanc de blancs with a seafood marinara pasta with fresh prawns and scallops and serve with a sprinkling of sea salt. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-04T07:50:12+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-04T21:31:04+10:00","vendor":"Alfred Gratien","type":"Vintage Blanc de blancs","tags":["$100-200","Region: Epernay","Taste: Aged 8 Years on Lees","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Bread and butter pudding","Taste: Brut","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Cooking Spice","Taste: Creamy","Taste: Dried Mango","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Mineral","Taste: No Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Pastry","Taste: Patisserie","Taste: Ripe Apricot","Taste: Texture","Taste: Yellow Peach","Vintage","Year: 2007"],"price":11000,"price_min":11000,"price_max":11000,"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":2974706073628,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"A_GRAT_BDB_07-SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2589068197997,"product_id":54524641308,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T23:30:26+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T23:31:11+10:00","alt":"Alfred Gratien Grand Cru Vintage Blanc de blancs Brut Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/alfred-gratien-grand-cru-brut-2007-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525527071","variant_ids":[2974706073628]},"available":true,"name":"Alfred Gratien Grand Cru Brut - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":11000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/alfred-gratien-grand-cru-brut-2007-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525527071"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/alfred-gratien-grand-cru-brut-2007-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525527071","options":["Size"],"content":"\u003cp\u003eTropical notes of dried mango, yellow peach, ripe apricot and cream. Some warm pastry coming through, particularly bread and butter pudding. On the palate the mousse is fine and creamy with bright tangy acidity that plays along the tongue. All the ripe tropical fruits flow on to the palate opening up to toasty notes and warm spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Two more years on lees and a touch more dosage since its inaugural release have flattered this blend of the great northern Côte des Blancs grand crus of Cramant and Avize. It upholds its full-straw hue and notes of fresh lemon zest, barrel and bottle-derived characters of brioche and hint of fennel. The clash of malic acidity with wood lends a hint of sappiness, yet concludes with a flourish of bright malic acid drive, harmony and fine chalk mineral texture.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAvize and Cramant; fermented and aged 6 months in oak barrels; aged 8 years on lees; no malolactic fermentation; 8g\/L dosage.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\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\u003cp\u003eBased in Epernay, Alfred Gratien are certainly more led towards the traditional approach to champagne production winemaking being; no malo-lactic fermentation (to preserve malic acidity) aged under cork, long ageing (oxidative style) and oak fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe this fresh but full bodied blanc de blancs with a seafood marinara pasta with fresh prawns and scallops and serve with a sprinkling of sea salt. \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":105229647900,"title":"Pol Roger Brut Rosé Vintage 2009","handle":"pol-roger-brut-rose-vintage-2009","description":"\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","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":13500,"price_min":13500,"price_max":13500,"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":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":true,"name":"Pol Roger Brut Rosé Vintage 2009 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":13500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":6,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/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"}

{"id":105157525532,"title":"'Les Maillerettes' Bouzy Grand Cru","handle":"pierre-paillard-les-maillerettes-bouzy-grand-cru","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The 2010 Les Maillerettes Bouzy Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Extra-Brut (disgorged in July 2015 with a dosage of 2.6 grams per liter) offers a picture-book flavor of Bouzy pinot noir: sweet cherries, great purity and elegant intensity. Full-bodied, round and fruity on the palate, but pure, fresh and precise, this is a superb pinot with great elegance and length. Lovely salinity. Aged in 100% stainless steel. This is a fascinating Bouzy Champagne.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Wine Advocate - 2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Blanc de Noirs is a 100% pinot noir from a single vineyard of 0.8 hectares called “Les Maillerettes” planted in 1970. This wine is vivacious, showing both the elegance and personality of the pinot noir. On the palate, this champagne is delicate and very fine showing aromas of citrus and notes of small red fruit berries. This is classed as 'Extra Brut' at only 2.6 grams per litre dosage. Only 2,500 bottles produced each year.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlexandre Rougeot - Director of 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\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a staunchly organic and natural approach to their wine making, these are connoisseurs' wines and are strictly on allocation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing quite a powerful style of blanc de noirs yet with fine acidity and mineral tension, it would stand up to some gamey flavours. A recipe for roast rabbit with bacon and juniper berries was bought to our attention and we believe it would work a treat. Rare roast beef with roasted beetroot would also sidle up well. \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-19T11:58:56+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-19T11:59:57+10:00","vendor":"Pierre Paillard","type":"Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut","tags":["Blanc","Blanc de Noirs","Grower","Region: Bouzy","Sustainable Viticulture","Taste: Cherry","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Elegant","Taste: Extra Brut","Taste: Fruit-driven","Taste: Full-bodied","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Kirsch","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pinot Noir Dominant","Taste: Powerful","Taste: Salinity","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Sustainable Viticulture","Under $100","Vintage","Year: 2010"],"price":10500,"price_min":10500,"price_max":10500,"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":1020698492956,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"P_PAILLARD_MAILLERETTES_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588530770029,"product_id":105157525532,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T16:49:47+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T16:51:50+10:00","alt":"Pierre Paillard 'Les Maillerettes' Bouzy Grand Cru Blanc de Noir 2010 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-les-maillerettes-bouzy-grand-cru-blanc-de-noir-2010-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525503110","variant_ids":[1020698492956]},"available":true,"name":"'Les Maillerettes' Bouzy Grand Cru - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":10500,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":null}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-les-maillerettes-bouzy-grand-cru-blanc-de-noir-2010-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525503110"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-les-maillerettes-bouzy-grand-cru-blanc-de-noir-2010-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525503110","options":["Please Select"],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The 2010 Les Maillerettes Bouzy Grand Cru Blanc de Noirs Extra-Brut (disgorged in July 2015 with a dosage of 2.6 grams per liter) offers a picture-book flavor of Bouzy pinot noir: sweet cherries, great purity and elegant intensity. Full-bodied, round and fruity on the palate, but pure, fresh and precise, this is a superb pinot with great elegance and length. Lovely salinity. Aged in 100% stainless steel. This is a fascinating Bouzy Champagne.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Wine Advocate - 2017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"The Blanc de Noirs is a 100% pinot noir from a single vineyard of 0.8 hectares called “Les Maillerettes” planted in 1970. This wine is vivacious, showing both the elegance and personality of the pinot noir. On the palate, this champagne is delicate and very fine showing aromas of citrus and notes of small red fruit berries. This is classed as 'Extra Brut' at only 2.6 grams per litre dosage. Only 2,500 bottles produced each year.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlexandre Rougeot - Director of 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\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a staunchly organic and natural approach to their wine making, these are connoisseurs' wines and are strictly on allocation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing quite a powerful style of blanc de noirs yet with fine acidity and mineral tension, it would stand up to some gamey flavours. A recipe for roast rabbit with bacon and juniper berries was bought to our attention and we believe it would work a treat. Rare roast beef with roasted beetroot would also sidle up well. \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"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. 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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"}