Vintage 2008
A vintage is only created in exceptional years. 2008 was such a year in Champagne.
It was characterised by a cold winter - without being glacial - and a sullen and rainy spring. The harvest began mid-September, in dry and fresh weather, which offered perfect grape growing conditions. These high quality grapes revealed an incredible aromatic richness which would foresee an exceptional vintage. The skill of wine makers, and the passage of time, then contributed to some fabulous champagnes from many houses.
As with all special releases, there are only a limited number created - and still available. We have a small selection of 2008, with only a few remaining in most. If you're a collector, or simply a lover of the best in champagne, we urge you to secure one of these before they're gone forever.
Bollinger
Bollinger La Grande Année 2008
Vintage
2008
Aÿ
Club Price $313.50 (?)
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Read more to see what you're in for. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the eye: The delicate colour and golden hues are a sign of the wine’s maturity and reflective of Bollinger’s winemaking methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose: A wonderful aromatic depth. The wine’s fruit-driven, spicy and floral notes intertwine to reveal a highly complex nose, wild peach, plum and orange peel precede saffron and tonka bean, complemented by fresh, mineral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate: Dense and harmonious in the mouth. A creamy effervescence and fresh structure, with a gentle saline finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Grande Année so special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Grande Année is the embodiment of the carefully preserved traditional expertise of the Bollinger Champagne House. The wine is therefore exclusively \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evinified in small aged oak barrels. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChampagne Bollinger has never abandoned this traditional craft method, which helps develop aromas of great finesse. After \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea prolonged ageing on its lees, even today every bottle of La Grande Année is riddled and disgorged by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBollinger remain quite possibly one of the most famous family-owned champagne houses of all. Bollinger are well known for their dominance of the powerful and expressive pinot noir from Aÿ where they were founded, their use of magnums for production of all their wines and a traditional wine making style incorporating fermentation in oak barrels which they have never deviated from. They still have their own in-house cooper who makes and manages their stock of some 3,500 barrels! That equates to about 1 million bottles being fermented in barrel, being the largest (along with Krug) than any other producer in the region. Currently Bollinger own some 164 hectares in some of the best vineyard sites across champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend of the 2008 vintage: 71% Pinot Noir, 29% Chardonnay. 18 crus: mainly Aÿ and Verzenay for the Pinot Noir, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Cramant for the Chardonnay. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented entirely in aged oak barrels.\u003cbr\u003e At Bollinger, only very high quality harvests become a vintage: in 2008, the remarkable maturity of the grapes combined with a phenomenal acidity have produced a wine of infinite depth and allowed an exceptional vintage to be created. 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Which would you choose?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatch out Bond, the all new '08 is in town. It's looking sleeker, sharper and more sophisticated than ever. Read more to see what you're in for. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the eye: The delicate colour and golden hues are a sign of the wine’s maturity and reflective of Bollinger’s winemaking methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose: A wonderful aromatic depth. The wine’s fruit-driven, spicy and floral notes intertwine to reveal a highly complex nose, wild peach, plum and orange peel precede saffron and tonka bean, complemented by fresh, mineral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate: Dense and harmonious in the mouth. A creamy effervescence and fresh structure, with a gentle saline finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Grande Année so special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Grande Année is the embodiment of the carefully preserved traditional expertise of the Bollinger Champagne House. The wine is therefore exclusively \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evinified in small aged oak barrels. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChampagne Bollinger has never abandoned this traditional craft method, which helps develop aromas of great finesse. After \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea prolonged ageing on its lees, even today every bottle of La Grande Année is riddled and disgorged by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 39\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBollinger remain quite possibly one of the most famous family-owned champagne houses of all. Bollinger are well known for their dominance of the powerful and expressive pinot noir from Aÿ where they were founded, their use of magnums for production of all their wines and a traditional wine making style incorporating fermentation in oak barrels which they have never deviated from. They still have their own in-house cooper who makes and manages their stock of some 3,500 barrels! That equates to about 1 million bottles being fermented in barrel, being the largest (along with Krug) than any other producer in the region. Currently Bollinger own some 164 hectares in some of the best vineyard sites across champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend of the 2008 vintage: 71% Pinot Noir, 29% Chardonnay. 18 crus: mainly Aÿ and Verzenay for the Pinot Noir, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Cramant for the Chardonnay. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented entirely in aged oak barrels.\u003cbr\u003e At Bollinger, only very high quality harvests become a vintage: in 2008, the remarkable maturity of the grapes combined with a phenomenal acidity have produced a wine of infinite depth and allowed an exceptional vintage to be created. Maturation: Sealed with a natural cork and cellar aged for more than twice the time required by the Appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage: Moderate, 8 grams per litre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}
Henriot
Henriot Millésime 2008
Vintage
2008
Reims
Club Price $151.05 (?)
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Drink now or cellar for 10-15 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA harmony of Grand \u0026amp; Premier Cru villages used to make this with approximately 50 \/ 50 Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. It also marks 200 years since Henriot began in 1808.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes on vintage 2008\u003c\/strong\u003e: 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\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. 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Domaine La Rogerie
Domaine La Rogerie 'Héroïne 2' '08
Blanc de Blancs
2008
Club Price $189.05 (?)
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It is 100% Grand Cru Chardonnay from Avize with the parcels nestled between famous producers of Jacques Selosse and Louis Roederer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-uppercase\"\u003eThis has had a whopping 10 years of ageing on lees which adds tremendous complexity and richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-uppercase\"\u003eWith all this incredible ageing and power, there is little need to cover it up with dosage, hence the low addition of 3 g\/l.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-uppercase\"\u003eIt was disgorged in December 2017 with a tiny production of just 496 bottles. This special boutique champagne house, created in 2016 by young married couple Justine and François Petit-Boxler, still produces only around 1000 bottles a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/\/PLBwxAW9U3Y\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are proud to introduce this boutique producer exclusive to Emperor - Domaine La Rogerie who are based in Avize. This husband and wife team François and Justine are leading the charge with their family's estate - \u003cstrong\u003eFamille Petit Boxler \u003c\/strong\u003efounded in 2016. Both coming from a family of vignerons: François's grandparents bought their vineyards in Avize in the 1940s' and up to 2015 have been selling their wines, whereas Justine's family were established back in 1640 in the town of Niedermorshwihr in Alsace. They are passionate about soil and farming organically, with no pesticides, to recreate biodiversity and strengthen soil structure, as well as the encouraging the old vines to dig deeper. The vineyards were planted in the 1950's in the heart of the Côte des Blancs: Avize and Cramant, both classified as Grand Cru villages. Since 2000 they have started vinifying independently. Some Vins de Reserve have been added to create the first Cuvée: La Grand Vie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBeing a richer and more decadent wine, you can introduce earthy foods, like truffle, and mushroom. This can take form of a risotto, truffle fries or perhaps a fancy fried chicken. 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It is 100% Grand Cru Chardonnay from Avize with the parcels nestled between famous producers of Jacques Selosse and Louis Roederer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-uppercase\"\u003eThis has had a whopping 10 years of ageing on lees which adds tremendous complexity and richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-uppercase\"\u003eWith all this incredible ageing and power, there is little need to cover it up with dosage, hence the low addition of 3 g\/l.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-uppercase\"\u003eIt was disgorged in December 2017 with a tiny production of just 496 bottles. This special boutique champagne house, created in 2016 by young married couple Justine and François Petit-Boxler, still produces only around 1000 bottles a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\u003c!--\n.embed-container { position: relative; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; overflow: hidden; max-width: 100%; } .embed-container iframe, .embed-container object, .embed-container embed { position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100%; }\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"embed-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/\/PLBwxAW9U3Y\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe are proud to introduce this boutique producer exclusive to Emperor - Domaine La Rogerie who are based in Avize. This husband and wife team François and Justine are leading the charge with their family's estate - \u003cstrong\u003eFamille Petit Boxler \u003c\/strong\u003efounded in 2016. Both coming from a family of vignerons: François's grandparents bought their vineyards in Avize in the 1940s' and up to 2015 have been selling their wines, whereas Justine's family were established back in 1640 in the town of Niedermorshwihr in Alsace. They are passionate about soil and farming organically, with no pesticides, to recreate biodiversity and strengthen soil structure, as well as the encouraging the old vines to dig deeper. The vineyards were planted in the 1950's in the heart of the Côte des Blancs: Avize and Cramant, both classified as Grand Cru villages. Since 2000 they have started vinifying independently. Some Vins de Reserve have been added to create the first Cuvée: La Grand Vie.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBeing a richer and more decadent wine, you can introduce earthy foods, like truffle, and mushroom. This can take form of a risotto, truffle fries or perhaps a fancy fried chicken. It's a knockout wine, you have been warned. \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Veuve Clicquot
Veuve Clicquot Rosé Vintage 2008
Rosé
Reims
Club Price $127.30 (?)
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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. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehis 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. 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Piper Heidsieck
Piper Heidsieck Vintage Brut '08
Vintage
NV
Reims
Club Price $103.55 (?)
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One of the world’s most awarded champagnes, Piper-Heidsieck benefits from the expertise of celebrated winemaker, Régis Camus, who has been named 'Sparkling Winemaker of the Year' 8 times over the past 10 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this wine has great richness and development in flavour, it would comfortably pair with chicken, roasted with lemon and rosemary. If you are into soups, cellarmaster Severine Frerson recommends creamy chestnut soup with fennel and slices of duck breast. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2017-10-19T11:39:55+11:00","created_at":"2018-11-29T12:25:59+11:00","vendor":"Piper Heidsieck","type":"Vintage","tags":["Piper Heidsieck","Region: Reims","Taste: Aged 6 Years on Lees","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Biscuit","Taste: Brioche","Taste: Honey","Taste: Honeycomb","Taste: Layered","Taste: Nut","Taste: Rich","Taste: Textured","Taste: Toast","Taste: Yellow Peach","Vintage","Year: 2008","Year: NV"],"price":10995,"price_min":10995,"price_max":10995,"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":13884679684205,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"PIPER_HEID_VINT_08","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4298088808557,"product_id":1493885157485,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-11-29T12:32:19+11:00","updated_at":"2019-07-08T15:36:35+10:00","alt":null,"width":900,"height":1388,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/piper-heidsieck-vintage-champagne-brut-2008-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1562564195","variant_ids":[13884679684205]},"available":true,"name":"Piper Heidsieck Vintage Brut '08 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":10995,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":5,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"3018333005415","featured_media":{"alt":null,"id":1275523268717,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.648,"height":1388,"width":900,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/piper-heidsieck-vintage-champagne-brut-2008-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1569144995"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/piper-heidsieck-vintage-champagne-brut-2008-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1562564195"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/piper-heidsieck-vintage-champagne-brut-2008-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1562564195","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":1275523268717,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.648,"height":1388,"width":900,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/piper-heidsieck-vintage-champagne-brut-2008-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1569144995"},"aspect_ratio":0.648,"height":1388,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/piper-heidsieck-vintage-champagne-brut-2008-champagne-emperor.jpg?v=1569144995","width":900}],"content":"\u003cp\u003ePiper Heidsieck has undergone significant improvements over the past 6 years under the new ownership and direction of awarded winemaker Regis Camus at the helm. Lower production quantities and increased quality make this a great value champagne. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Piper NV is hugely popular but the vintage is a fraction of the company’s sales, and an infinitely better wine. It’s 52% chardonnay and 48% pinot noir. The bouquet is very toasty and mellow, layered with roasted nut and bakery aromas. It’s full-bodied, rich and strong, with generous flavour and backbone, layered and persistent. \" - 96 Points, Huon Hooke\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCreated in 1785 by Florens-Louis Heidsieck who aimed to create a wine worthy of a Queen, Piper-Heidsieck is one of France’s oldest champagne houses. With a grand history, the house has been synonymous with excellence, boldness, and grandeur for 230 years. One of the world’s most awarded champagnes, Piper-Heidsieck benefits from the expertise of celebrated winemaker, Régis Camus, who has been named 'Sparkling Winemaker of the Year' 8 times over the past 10 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this wine has great richness and development in flavour, it would comfortably pair with chicken, roasted with lemon and rosemary. If you are into soups, cellarmaster Severine Frerson recommends creamy chestnut soup with fennel and slices of duck breast. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}
Henriot
Henriot Brut Rosé Vintage 2008
Rosé
2008
Reims
Club Price $203.30 (?)
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The good weather arrived just before the harvest, which accelerated the maturing process whilst maintaining high acidity. All of these elements are indicators of a great vintage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\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"}
Philippe Fourrier
Philippe Fourrier Millesime
Vintage
2008
Baroville
Club Price $94.05 (?)
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The sensation is still fresh with vibrant acidity and an intense, lingering finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis has picked up several awards over the last few years;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver Medal at IWSC 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold Medal at Gilbert Gaillard International Competition 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze Medal and IWC and Decanter 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold Medal at Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe have only fond things to say about the Fourrier family. Fourth generation heirs Mathilde, Julien and Stephanie now run the house on behalf of this passion family whose vineyards are located in the deep south of the Champagne region in the Côte des Bar. 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These wines are exceptional good quality and great value. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-02-28T09:48:22+11:00","created_at":"2018-04-23T14:38:26+10:00","vendor":"Philippe Fourrier","type":"Vintage","tags":["Best Value","Brut","Family Owned","Grower","Region: Baroville","Sustainable","Taste: Aged 8 Years on Lees","Taste: Almond","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Honeycomb","Taste: Rich","Taste: Toast","Taste: Toasted Almond","Under $100","Year: 2008"],"price":9999,"price_min":9999,"price_max":9999,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":8125042983021,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"P_FOURRIER_MILLESIME_2008","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586584940653,"product_id":750510571629,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T11:46:17+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T11:47:44+10:00","alt":"Philippe Fourrier Millesime 2008 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/philippe-fourrier-millesime-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525398464","variant_ids":[8125042983021]},"available":false,"name":"Philippe Fourrier Millesime - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":9999,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"","featured_media":{"alt":"Philippe Fourrier Millesime 2008 Champagne","id":814084030573,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/philippe-fourrier-millesime-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1569056537"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/philippe-fourrier-millesime-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525398464"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/philippe-fourrier-millesime-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525398464","options":["Please Select"],"media":[{"alt":"Philippe Fourrier Millesime 2008 Champagne","id":814084030573,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/philippe-fourrier-millesime-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1569056537"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/philippe-fourrier-millesime-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1569056537","width":540}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eComing from the excellent 2008 vintage this is a blend of 70% pinot noir and 30% chardonnay all sourced from the estate vineyards in Baroville. For champagnes made in excellent years, it is advantageous to age them on lees longer to maximise the ageing potential of the wine. This has been aged 8 years on its lees and has 8 g\/l dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeep gold in colour, the nose has honeycomb and yellow fruits like peach and apricot. These aromas flow on to the palate with addition of some toast and nuttiness from the lees contact. The sensation is still fresh with vibrant acidity and an intense, lingering finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis has picked up several awards over the last few years;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilver Medal at IWSC 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold Medal at Gilbert Gaillard International Competition 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBronze Medal and IWC and Decanter 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGold Medal at Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2016\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe have only fond things to say about the Fourrier family. Fourth generation heirs Mathilde, Julien and Stephanie now run the house on behalf of this passion family whose vineyards are located in the deep south of the Champagne region in the Côte des Bar. 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Devaux
Devaux Cuvée D Millesime '08
Brut
Côte des Bar
Club Price $151.05 (?)
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Subtle and elegant aromas of white peaches and citrus zest, followed by light brioche notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh on opening and the palate evolves displaying citrus notes and then moving to more intense aromas of dried fruit and pastry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine to enjoy now but can rest in the cellar to develop in complexity and intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePinot Noir 50% from Côte des Bar and 50% Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst pressing juices only from selected vineyards including « coeur de \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecuvée » pressing juices. All fermented in stainless steel and full malolactic fermentation which leads to a rich, creamy style \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eFounded in 1846 by brothers Jules and Auguste Devaux, the house was then managed by three inspiring women who led the family winery with remarkable energy and talent in equal measure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eDevaux is located in a village\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e known as Hameau de Villeneuve the far south of Champagne in an area known as the Côte des Bar\u003c\/span\u003e, where big luscious pinot noir fruit is the hero. Approximately 100 hectares of their huge land holding is dedicated to making the house champagne of Devaux, with the remaining fruit sold to other producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis champagne is a fabulous start if you are taking the first step to move away from the grand-marque, big-brands that you have bought for many years. They are a well produced range of wines which will totally satisfy you and your guests at your next soiree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eJournalist review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 62\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cuddly generosity of Côte des Bar pinot noir is the perfect foil for the tension of Côte des Blancs chardonnay in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe magnificently high-strung 2008 season. The result is a fine-tuned accord between the juicy peach and red cherry \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efruit of pinot, the citrus attack of chardonnay and the toasty, spicy, brioche enticement of more than six years on lees. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt finishes with fine, creamy texture, well-composed, subtle salt minerality and captivating immediacy and appeal. - Tyson Stelzer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-12-05T14:52:11+11:00","created_at":"2019-12-05T14:52:11+11:00","vendor":"Devaux","type":"Brut","tags":["Region: Côte des Bar","Taste: Aged 10 Years on Lees","Taste: Brioche","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Complex","Taste: Dried Fruit","Taste: Pastry","Taste: Peach","Taste: Pinot Noir Dominant","Taste: Rich","Taste: White Peach","Vintage: 2008"],"price":15999,"price_min":15999,"price_max":15999,"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":31547482505325,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DEVAUX_CUVEE_D_08","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":13782777593965,"product_id":4425896722541,"position":1,"created_at":"2019-12-05T14:53:14+11:00","updated_at":"2020-04-24T17:57:36+10:00","alt":"Devaux-Millesime-2008-emperor-champagne","width":1200,"height":1200,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Devaux-Millesime-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1587715056","variant_ids":[31547482505325]},"available":true,"name":"Devaux Cuvée D Millesime '08 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":15999,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"3277762004158","featured_media":{"alt":"Devaux-Millesime-2008-emperor-champagne","id":5953271791725,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1200,"width":1200,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Devaux-Millesime-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1575517994"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Devaux-Millesime-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1587715056"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Devaux-Millesime-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1587715056","options":["Please select"],"media":[{"alt":"Devaux-Millesime-2008-emperor-champagne","id":5953271791725,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1200,"width":1200,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Devaux-Millesime-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1575517994"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":1200,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Devaux-Millesime-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1575517994","width":1200}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e- Exceptional vintage that everyone is talking about. This has aged 10 years in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The best of their fruit and only the 6th vintage made of this wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Great value for vintage champagne, pair with Seared scallops and salted butter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep gold in colour with tints of straw. Subtle and elegant aromas of white peaches and citrus zest, followed by light brioche notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh on opening and the palate evolves displaying citrus notes and then moving to more intense aromas of dried fruit and pastry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wine to enjoy now but can rest in the cellar to develop in complexity and intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePinot Noir 50% from Côte des Bar and 50% Chardonnay from Côte des Blancs\u003cbr\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFirst pressing juices only from selected vineyards including « coeur de \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecuvée » pressing juices. All fermented in stainless steel and full malolactic fermentation which leads to a rich, creamy style \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003eFounded in 1846 by brothers Jules and Auguste Devaux, the house was then managed by three inspiring women who led the family winery with remarkable energy and talent in equal measure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-GB\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003eDevaux is located in a village\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e known as Hameau de Villeneuve the far south of Champagne in an area known as the Côte des Bar\u003c\/span\u003e, where big luscious pinot noir fruit is the hero. Approximately 100 hectares of their huge land holding is dedicated to making the house champagne of Devaux, with the remaining fruit sold to other producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis champagne is a fabulous start if you are taking the first step to move away from the grand-marque, big-brands that you have bought for many years. They are a well produced range of wines which will totally satisfy you and your guests at your next soiree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003eJournalist review\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 62\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cuddly generosity of Côte des Bar pinot noir is the perfect foil for the tension of Côte des Blancs chardonnay in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethe magnificently high-strung 2008 season. The result is a fine-tuned accord between the juicy peach and red cherry \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003efruit of pinot, the citrus attack of chardonnay and the toasty, spicy, brioche enticement of more than six years on lees. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt finishes with fine, creamy texture, well-composed, subtle salt minerality and captivating immediacy and appeal. - Tyson Stelzer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Drappier
Drappier Millesime Exception '08 Magnum 1.5L
Brut
2008
Urville
Club Price $379.05 (?)
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Use of gravity to avoid pumping, thus avoiding oxidation. Minimal use of sulphur with natural settling with no filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcoholic fermentation for roughly two weeks at low temperature then total and natural malolactic fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50% of the wines are matured in oak barrels for 1 year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter bottling, the cuvée is aged for at least 5 years on lees. The date of disgorgement is printed on each label. Dosage: 5.6 g\/l, liqueurs aged in Limousin oak casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince 1808 the Drappier family has used its skill to select parcels of land, which are particularly well exposed and extremely rich in limestone. They are located in the small village of Urville in the Côte des Bar where Pinot Noir, the predominant grape variety, finds its purest expression and allows the production of very elegant, aromatic wines. With an annual production of some 1.5 million bottles, they are considerably larger than a small grower, but not quite of the size of the Grande Marques in and around Reims and Epernay. Drappier is one of the foremost producers in the region which is highly respected amongst its peers like Cédric Bouchard, Marie-Courtin, Vouette et Sorbée, and Jacques Lassaigne. They own 55 hectares of vineyards and use another 50 hectares under contract with other growers. A an interesting historical fact is that Charles de Gaulle (the Former Minister of the Armed Forces in France) was very fond of their Champagne and they named a cuvée after him. Amongst their range of excellent cuvée’s, they have a range including a ‘Sulfur free’, ‘Zero dosage’, and a ‘blanc de blancs’ that contains a forgotten grape called Blanc Vrai.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-11-13T10:29:02+11:00","created_at":"2019-10-28T10:03:21+11:00","vendor":"Drappier","type":"Brut","tags":["Brut","Exclusive","Kyri's Selection","Low Sulphur","Region: Urville","Size: Magnum","Sustainable","Taste: Aged 5 Years on Lees","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Hazelnut","Taste: Malolactic Fermention","Taste: No Filtration","Taste: Pinot Noir Dominant","Taste: Spice","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Textural","Taste: Texture","Taste: Toasty","Taste: Vanilla","Year: 2008"],"price":39900,"price_min":39900,"price_max":39900,"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":31020812402797,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DRAPPIER_DOR_MAG","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":13485836566637,"product_id":4318070276205,"position":1,"created_at":"2019-11-13T10:51:14+11:00","updated_at":"2019-11-13T10:51:40+11:00","alt":"Drappier-Millesime-Exception-Magnum-2008-emperor-champagne","width":644,"height":1062,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Drappier-Millesime-Exception-Magnum-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1573602700","variant_ids":[31020812402797]},"available":true,"name":"Drappier Millesime Exception '08 Magnum 1.5L - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":39900,"weight":3100,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":10,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"3469380103850","featured_media":{"alt":"Drappier-Millesime-Exception-Magnum-2008-emperor-champagne","id":5656195137645,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.606,"height":1062,"width":644,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Drappier-Millesime-Exception-Magnum-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1573602674"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Drappier-Millesime-Exception-Magnum-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1573602700"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Drappier-Millesime-Exception-Magnum-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1573602700","options":["Please select"],"media":[{"alt":"Drappier-Millesime-Exception-Magnum-2008-emperor-champagne","id":5656195137645,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.606,"height":1062,"width":644,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Drappier-Millesime-Exception-Magnum-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1573602674"},"aspect_ratio":0.606,"height":1062,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Drappier-Millesime-Exception-Magnum-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1573602674","width":644}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e- One of the oldest and most prominent houses in Champagne with little to no sulphur across the range \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Coming from the magical \u003cstrong\u003e2008\u003c\/strong\u003e harvest and captured in Magnum. What are you waiting for? One to cellar or celebrate. You choose.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- Pair with grilled aniseed and lemon sea bass, risotto, sole à la plancha and traditional blanquette of veal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA very complex, rich nose comprising hints of citrus fruits, bread, hazelnuts and almonds. A touch of vanilla testifies to the high proportion of Chardonnay while the depth of the Pinot Noir is expressed in the form of red fruits and violets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly the juices from first pressing – the cuvées - are used along with mechanical low-pressure presses. Use of gravity to avoid pumping, thus avoiding oxidation. Minimal use of sulphur with natural settling with no filtration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlcoholic fermentation for roughly two weeks at low temperature then total and natural malolactic fermentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e 50% of the wines are matured in oak barrels for 1 year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter bottling, the cuvée is aged for at least 5 years on lees. The date of disgorgement is printed on each label. Dosage: 5.6 g\/l, liqueurs aged in Limousin oak casks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSince 1808 the Drappier family has used its skill to select parcels of land, which are particularly well exposed and extremely rich in limestone. They are located in the small village of Urville in the Côte des Bar where Pinot Noir, the predominant grape variety, finds its purest expression and allows the production of very elegant, aromatic wines. 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Geoffroy
Geoffroy Volupte '09
Vintage
2009
Cumieres
Club Price $151.05 (?)
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Another two years on lees has fulfilled its promise. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow dosage and a full serve of malic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eacidity in a chardonnay-focused style make for a tense and steely champagne of impressive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA high-strung lemon zest core is lled out with impressive complexity of g, mixed spice and ginger cake, finishing long and dry, with firm minerality and prominent acidity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehas made for a creamy mouthfeel and heighted vanilla nougat character, underlined with the fi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ene chalk minerality of Cumières, drawing out a long and enticing finish. It’s wonderful now \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand will only get better over the next decade.\" \u003c\/span\u003eTyson Stelzer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e58% chardonnay and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e42% pinot noir from the best vineyard plots of Cumieres. Dosage is at 4 g\/l and disgorged in March 2018.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvested and sorted by hand Traditional Coquard wine press. Only the cuvée (first juice of the pressing) is selected; vinification plot-by-plot for 45% in demi-muid casks and barrels. No malolactic fermentation to preserve freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 79\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\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\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the more interesting producers of Champagne, Geoffroy makes bubbles worth talking about. Taking over the reigns of this father Rene, Jean-Baptiste is a talented and passionate wine producer and his fanatical efforts in the vineyard followed by careful craftsmanship in the cellar have made him one of the most revered winemakers in the region. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeoffroy is located in the grand cru region of Aÿ but the vineyards are located in Cumières which is where the vineyard was located up until recently. Red fruit rules here in a wine making style which is as close to biodynamic as possible without committing to the rigors of certification. Champagnes that reflect a sense of place with real character and personality are what Geoffroy is known for. We love this producer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplexity is prevalent in this champagne as is spice, freshness and great mouthfeel. We would go a Cinnamon-spiced chicken with parsnip puree plus pomegranate and hazelnut salad (without the greens). If this is too fancy, try some Pan seared Sea-Bass with lemon butter, capers and roast potatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-09-04T11:49:57+10:00","created_at":"2018-03-16T14:52:39+11:00","vendor":"Geoffroy","type":"Vintage","tags":["$100-200","Grower","Region","Region: Cumieres","Sustainable","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Certified Ampelos","Taste: Cumieres","Taste: Ginger Biscuit","Taste: Lemon Zest","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Nougat","Taste: Spice","Taste: Vanilla","Vintage","Year: 2009"],"price":15995,"price_min":15995,"price_max":15995,"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":7939703111708,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"GEOF_VOLUPTE_08_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586793836653,"product_id":675062841372,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T19:08:34+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-04T19:08:45+10:00","alt":"Geoffroy Volupte Vintage 2008 Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/geoffroy-volupte-vintage-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525424925","variant_ids":[7939703111708]},"available":true,"name":"Geoffroy Volupte '09 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":15995,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"","featured_media":{"alt":"Geoffroy Volupte Vintage 2008 Champagne","id":814367604845,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/geoffroy-volupte-vintage-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1569056590"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/geoffroy-volupte-vintage-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525424925"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/geoffroy-volupte-vintage-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525424925","options":["Please select"],"media":[{"alt":"Geoffroy Volupte Vintage 2008 Champagne","id":814367604845,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/geoffroy-volupte-vintage-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1569056590"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/geoffroy-volupte-vintage-2008-champagne-image.jpg?v=1569056590","width":540}],"content":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Two years ago I wrote that this beautifully focused style just needs time to soften and calm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003edown. Another two years on lees has fulfilled its promise. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLow dosage and a full serve of malic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eacidity in a chardonnay-focused style make for a tense and steely champagne of impressive \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003estature. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA high-strung lemon zest core is lled out with impressive complexity of g, mixed spice and ginger cake, finishing long and dry, with firm minerality and prominent acidity. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTime \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehas made for a creamy mouthfeel and heighted vanilla nougat character, underlined with the fi\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ene chalk minerality of Cumières, drawing out a long and enticing finish. It’s wonderful now \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand will only get better over the next decade.\" \u003c\/span\u003eTyson Stelzer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e58% chardonnay and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e42% pinot noir from the best vineyard plots of Cumieres. Dosage is at 4 g\/l and disgorged in March 2018.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHarvested and sorted by hand Traditional Coquard wine press. Only the cuvée (first juice of the pressing) is selected; vinification plot-by-plot for 45% in demi-muid casks and barrels. No malolactic fermentation to preserve freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 79\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\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\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the more interesting producers of Champagne, Geoffroy makes bubbles worth talking about. Taking over the reigns of this father Rene, Jean-Baptiste is a talented and passionate wine producer and his fanatical efforts in the vineyard followed by careful craftsmanship in the cellar have made him one of the most revered winemakers in the region. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeoffroy is located in the grand cru region of Aÿ but the vineyards are located in Cumières which is where the vineyard was located up until recently. Red fruit rules here in a wine making style which is as close to biodynamic as possible without committing to the rigors of certification. Champagnes that reflect a sense of place with real character and personality are what Geoffroy is known for. We love this producer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComplexity is prevalent in this champagne as is spice, freshness and great mouthfeel. We would go a Cinnamon-spiced chicken with parsnip puree plus pomegranate and hazelnut salad (without the greens). If this is too fancy, try some Pan seared Sea-Bass with lemon butter, capers and roast potatoes.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Apollonis
Apollonis 'Monodie' Vielles Vignes '08
Vintage
2008
Festigny
Club Price $141.55 (?)
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First made in the 2002 vintage, this vintage-dated, single-vineyard meunier is sourced from three different parcels of vines in L’Arpent (which is really called Dessus le Bois des Châtaigniers on official maps of Festigny), planted in 1942, 1962 and 1966, respectively. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth the Authentic Meunier and the Monodie Vieilles Vignes are outstanding examples of pure meunier in their different and respective ways, making Loriot one of the reference points for meunier in the Marne.\" Peter Liem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect notes of pastry, spice and red fruits that meld into creamy and smokey notes. This has great intensity and depth of flavour that will last long after you have tasted it. Take a minute, sit back and listen to vinous music being played back to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Michel Loriot range of champagnes bears the name champagne Apollonis. Found in the small village of Festigny, the Apollonis estate owns 7 hectares of vines comprising 20 or so separate plots planted for the most part with pinot meunier (80%), some chardonnay (18%) and a little pinot noir (2%). The estate has been awarded the high environmental value (HVE) certificate, the highest award recognizing respect and care for the land, the environment and its biodiversity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFestigny has relatively chalky soils for the Vallee de la Marne and the village itself lies in the warm valley, fully exposed to the sun. Within this valley is a solitary hill upon which the best vineyards of the village are located. With its steep slopes and a crown of trees on top, it is almost reminiscent of the hill of Corton in burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of this domaine’s vineyards are found surrounding this hill, planted on steep slopes in clay rich in marl and limestone. Only natural fertilizers are used to treat the vineyards (it’s been over a decade since Michel has eradicated all use of herbicides). Michel firmly believes that getting things right in the vineyard allows healthy grapes to be harvested, which enables minimal intervention in the winemaking process. Production is a mere 300 000 bottles a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMusic in champagne\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Loriot’s wines show a rich vinosity, expressing the characters of both the meunier grape and of this section of the Marne’s left bank. They tend to be substantial wines, as might be expected from these clay soils, yet they also demonstrate a lively finesse and prominent acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs of late 2012, Michel Loriot, an aficionado of classical music, has unveiled a new branding scheme for the estate, with labels reflecting a musical theme. Music plays a role in the aging of the wines as well—Loriot believes that its vibrations make a positive contribution to the texture and finesse of the wine as it ages, and he has installed speakers throughout his cellars. Along with the rebranding, he has renamed all of his cuvées as well, and the new collection comprises eight champagnes, grouped into three categories: Les Classiques, Les Mutines and Les Virtuoses.\" Peter Liem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-08-28T15:09:40+10:00","created_at":"2019-08-28T14:53:50+10:00","vendor":"Apollonis","type":"Vintage","tags":["Exclusive","Grower","Kyri's Selection","Music","Premier Cru","Region: Festigny","Reserve Wines","Sustainable","Taste: 5 Years on Lees","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Creamy","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pastry","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Smokey","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Texture","Vintage","Year: 2008"],"price":14995,"price_min":14995,"price_max":14995,"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":29829048303725,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"APOLONIS_MONO_08","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":12346340442221,"product_id":4016292429933,"position":1,"created_at":"2019-08-28T15:14:22+10:00","updated_at":"2019-08-28T15:14:30+10:00","alt":"Apollonis-cuvee-monodie-vielles-vignes-2008-emperor-champagne","width":800,"height":1650,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Apollonis-cuvee-monodie-vielles-vignes-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1566969270","variant_ids":[29829048303725]},"available":true,"name":"Apollonis 'Monodie' Vielles Vignes '08 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":14995,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":6,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"3588760000319","featured_media":{"alt":"Apollonis-cuvee-monodie-vielles-vignes-2008-emperor-champagne","id":3208728969325,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.485,"height":1650,"width":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Apollonis-cuvee-monodie-vielles-vignes-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1570113319"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Apollonis-cuvee-monodie-vielles-vignes-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1566969270"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Apollonis-cuvee-monodie-vielles-vignes-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1566969270","options":["Please Select"],"media":[{"alt":"Apollonis-cuvee-monodie-vielles-vignes-2008-emperor-champagne","id":3208728969325,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.485,"height":1650,"width":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Apollonis-cuvee-monodie-vielles-vignes-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1570113319"},"aspect_ratio":0.485,"height":1650,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Apollonis-cuvee-monodie-vielles-vignes-2008-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1570113319","width":800}],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Made with vines dating back to 1942 and aged using music\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- All made from the fantastic 10\/10 rated year of 2008 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with richer dishes like spiced pork ribs paella.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"The finest wine of the estate, though, is the Pinot Meunier Vieilles Vignes, now renamed as Monodie en Meunier Majeur. First made in the 2002 vintage, this vintage-dated, single-vineyard meunier is sourced from three different parcels of vines in L’Arpent (which is really called Dessus le Bois des Châtaigniers on official maps of Festigny), planted in 1942, 1962 and 1966, respectively. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth the Authentic Meunier and the Monodie Vieilles Vignes are outstanding examples of pure meunier in their different and respective ways, making Loriot one of the reference points for meunier in the Marne.\" Peter Liem.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect notes of pastry, spice and red fruits that meld into creamy and smokey notes. This has great intensity and depth of flavour that will last long after you have tasted it. Take a minute, sit back and listen to vinous music being played back to you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Michel Loriot range of champagnes bears the name champagne Apollonis. Found in the small village of Festigny, the Apollonis estate owns 7 hectares of vines comprising 20 or so separate plots planted for the most part with pinot meunier (80%), some chardonnay (18%) and a little pinot noir (2%). The estate has been awarded the high environmental value (HVE) certificate, the highest award recognizing respect and care for the land, the environment and its biodiversity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFestigny has relatively chalky soils for the Vallee de la Marne and the village itself lies in the warm valley, fully exposed to the sun. Within this valley is a solitary hill upon which the best vineyards of the village are located. With its steep slopes and a crown of trees on top, it is almost reminiscent of the hill of Corton in burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe majority of this domaine’s vineyards are found surrounding this hill, planted on steep slopes in clay rich in marl and limestone. Only natural fertilizers are used to treat the vineyards (it’s been over a decade since Michel has eradicated all use of herbicides). Michel firmly believes that getting things right in the vineyard allows healthy grapes to be harvested, which enables minimal intervention in the winemaking process. Production is a mere 300 000 bottles a year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMusic in champagne\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Loriot’s wines show a rich vinosity, expressing the characters of both the meunier grape and of this section of the Marne’s left bank. They tend to be substantial wines, as might be expected from these clay soils, yet they also demonstrate a lively finesse and prominent acidity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs of late 2012, Michel Loriot, an aficionado of classical music, has unveiled a new branding scheme for the estate, with labels reflecting a musical theme. Music plays a role in the aging of the wines as well—Loriot believes that its vibrations make a positive contribution to the texture and finesse of the wine as it ages, and he has installed speakers throughout his cellars. Along with the rebranding, he has renamed all of his cuvées as well, and the new collection comprises eight champagnes, grouped into three categories: Les Classiques, Les Mutines and Les Virtuoses.\" Peter Liem\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Pierre Paillard
Pierre Paillard La Grande Recolte '08
Vintage
2008
Bouzy
Club Price $170.05 (?)
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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":"2019-12-11T12:22:50+11:00","created_at":"2019-12-11T12:22:50+11:00","vendor":"Pierre Paillard","type":"Vintage","tags":["Grower","Region: Bouzy","Sustainable","Sustainable Viticulture","Taste: Aged 9 Years on Lees","Taste: Blood Orange","Taste: Chalky","Taste: Extra Brut","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Red Fruits","Taste: Rich","Taste: Sustainable Viticulture","Vintage","Year: 2008"],"price":17995,"price_min":17995,"price_max":17995,"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":31604636221549,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"P_PAILLARD_GRAND_08","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":13846748037229,"product_id":4440083038317,"position":1,"created_at":"2019-12-11T14:34:56+11:00","updated_at":"2019-12-11T14:35:08+11:00","alt":"Pierre-Paillard-Grande-recolte-2008-vintage-emperor-champagne","width":600,"height":1108,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pierre-Paillard-Grande-recolte-2008-vintage-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1576035308","variant_ids":[31604636221549]},"available":true,"name":"Pierre Paillard La Grande Recolte '08 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":17995,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":-1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"","featured_media":{"alt":"Pierre-Paillard-Grande-recolte-2008-vintage-emperor-champagne","id":6017242366061,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.542,"height":1108,"width":600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pierre-Paillard-Grande-recolte-2008-vintage-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1576035296"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pierre-Paillard-Grande-recolte-2008-vintage-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1576035308"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pierre-Paillard-Grande-recolte-2008-vintage-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1576035308","options":["Please Select"],"media":[{"alt":"Pierre-Paillard-Grande-recolte-2008-vintage-emperor-champagne","id":6017242366061,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.542,"height":1108,"width":600,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pierre-Paillard-Grande-recolte-2008-vintage-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1576035296"},"aspect_ratio":0.542,"height":1108,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Pierre-Paillard-Grande-recolte-2008-vintage-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1576035296","width":600}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e- Great vintage champagne from a 10\/10 year\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Equal blend of Pinot noir \u0026amp; Chardonnay with long ageing potential\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with a loved one or excellent vintage parmesan. Both is better. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\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"}
Geoffroy
Geoffroy Empreinte Vintage '08 (375ml)
Vintage
2008
Aÿ
Club Price $70.30 (?)
{"id":1480837562477,"title":"Geoffroy Empreinte Vintage '08 (375ml)","handle":"geoffroy-empreinte-vintage-08-375ml","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Highly rated 10\/10 vintage that is drinking beautifully now. May 2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Sought after grower champagne using organics and sustainable practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Pair with poultry, game with cranberry sauce or so. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2008 Brut Cuvée Empreinte is striking. Rich, nuanced and incredibly inviting, the 2008 possesses striking mid-palate sweetness and silkiness, with expressive red stone fruit, spice, licorice and floral notes that are woven together effortlessly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an especially open 2008 that can be enjoyed young, as its balance is impeccable. The Empreinte, one of the house's signature wines, is a blend of Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, all from Cumières. Dosage is 6 grams\/litre.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- \u003cem\u003eAntonio Galloni, November 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the more interesting producers of Champagne, Geoffroy makes bubbles worth talking about. Taking over the reigns of this father Rene, Jean-Baptiste is a talented and passionate wine producer and his fanatical efforts in the vineyard followed by careful craftsmanship in the cellar have made him one of the most revered winemakers in the region. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeoffroy is located in the grand cru region of Aÿ but the vineyards are located in Cumières which is where the vineyard was located up until recently. Red fruit rules here in a wine making style which is as close to biodynamic as possible without committing to the rigors of certification. Champagnes that reflect a sense of place with real character and personality are what Geoffroy is known for. We love this producer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur initial thoughts are with poultry and game. To focus in closer, perhaps either roast turkey or pigeon served with cranberry sauce and roasted potatoes and rosemary. This will tie in with the earthy, mineral aspect of the wine, coupled with the pure and expressive red fruit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-11-19T09:42:22+11:00","created_at":"2018-10-30T10:47:38+11:00","vendor":"Geoffroy","type":"Vintage","tags":["Base Vintage: 2008","Best Value","Brut","gift guide","Grower","Region: Aÿ","Size: 375ml","Sustainable","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Cumieres","Taste: Floral","Taste: Licorice","Taste: Red Cherry","Taste: Red Stone Fruits","Taste: Spice","Taste: Stone Fruit","Taste: Vintage","Under $100","Varieties: Chardonnay","Varieties: Pinot Meunier","Vintage","Year: 2008"],"price":7499,"price_min":7499,"price_max":7499,"available":false,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":13772036767853,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"GEOF_EMPREINTE_08_375","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4218099695725,"product_id":1480837562477,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-10-30T11:11:09+11:00","updated_at":"2020-05-07T16:34:31+10:00","alt":"Geoffroy-Empreinte-2008-Vintage-Emperor-Champagne","width":646,"height":1000,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Geoffroy-Empreinte-2008-Vintage-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1588833271","variant_ids":[13772036767853]},"available":false,"name":"Geoffroy Empreinte Vintage '08 (375ml) - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":7499,"weight":500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"","featured_media":{"alt":"Geoffroy-Empreinte-2008-Vintage-Emperor-Champagne","id":1253556027501,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Geoffroy-Empreinte-2008-Vintage-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1569140849"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Geoffroy-Empreinte-2008-Vintage-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1588833271"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Geoffroy-Empreinte-2008-Vintage-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1588833271","options":["Please select"],"media":[{"alt":"Geoffroy-Empreinte-2008-Vintage-Emperor-Champagne","id":1253556027501,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Geoffroy-Empreinte-2008-Vintage-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1569140849"},"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Geoffroy-Empreinte-2008-Vintage-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1569140849","width":646}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Highly rated 10\/10 vintage that is drinking beautifully now. May 2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Sought after grower champagne using organics and sustainable practices\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Pair with poultry, game with cranberry sauce or so. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 2008 Brut Cuvée Empreinte is striking. Rich, nuanced and incredibly inviting, the 2008 possesses striking mid-palate sweetness and silkiness, with expressive red stone fruit, spice, licorice and floral notes that are woven together effortlessly. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an especially open 2008 that can be enjoyed young, as its balance is impeccable. The Empreinte, one of the house's signature wines, is a blend of Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, all from Cumières. Dosage is 6 grams\/litre.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- \u003cem\u003eAntonio Galloni, November 2015\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the more interesting producers of Champagne, Geoffroy makes bubbles worth talking about. Taking over the reigns of this father Rene, Jean-Baptiste is a talented and passionate wine producer and his fanatical efforts in the vineyard followed by careful craftsmanship in the cellar have made him one of the most revered winemakers in the region. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeoffroy is located in the grand cru region of Aÿ but the vineyards are located in Cumières which is where the vineyard was located up until recently. Red fruit rules here in a wine making style which is as close to biodynamic as possible without committing to the rigors of certification. 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Bollinger
Bollinger La Grande Année 1996
Vintage
1996
Aÿ
Club Price $845.50 (?)
{"id":4706669690989,"title":"Bollinger La Grande Année 1996","handle":"bollinger-la-grande-annee-1996","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe House of Bollinger only produces vintage champagnes in exceptional years, when the grapes have reached a perfect quality and maturity with a perfect balance between the acids and sugars. Hence the denomination \"Grande Année\" given to this champagne which, unlike the \"Special Cuvée\", is only produced from grapes of that particular harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe House of Bollinger only produces vintage champagnes in exceptional years, when the grapes have reached a perfect quality and maturity with a perfect balance between the acids and sugars. Hence the denomination \"La Grande Année\" given to this champagne which, unlike the \"Special Cuvée\", is only produced from grapes of that particular harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat we think of it: an exceptional cuvée, with notes of orange west,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cashew nuts and mushrooms. A very nice crisp acidity and a very fine, tingling mousse alongside the rather expansive flavours that match the nose, although they are very firmly packaged in by the beautiful, laser-precision structure of the wine. This is gorgeous, fresh, very typical of the Bollinger style, with a very long finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as seen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Grande Année so special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Grande Année is the embodiment of the carefully preserved traditional expertise of the Bollinger Champagne House. The wine is therefore exclusively \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evinified in small aged oak barrels. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChampagne Bollinger has never abandoned this traditional craft method, which helps develop aromas of great finesse. After \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea prolonged ageing on its lees, even today every bottle of La Grande Année is riddled and disgorged by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/strong\u003e\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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical details \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. 18 crus: mainly Aÿ and Verzenay for the Pinot Noir, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Cramant for the Chardonnay. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented entirely in aged oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Bollinger, only very high quality harvests become a vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaturation: Sealed with a natural cork and cellar aged for more than twice the time required by the Appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Disgorged January 2005. A deeper hue compared to the 1999, the nose with greater intensity, with delicate honeyed\/buttery tones, green apples, a little more mushroomy just in the background, great lift and gaining intensity in the glass. Quintessential Bollinger bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate has a rich entry, very good ripeness with touches of clear honey, a touch of mango, melted butter, white flowers and much greater weight than the 1999. Superb definition towards the finish and great length. Outstanding Bollinger, one for the cellar if you can resist temptation.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95\/100 - Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this wine with shellfish or richer fishes like a salmon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: -16px; top: 1027px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","published_at":"2020-06-16T16:39:17+10:00","created_at":"2020-05-28T17:07:10+10:00","vendor":"Bollinger","type":"Vintage","tags":["Base Year: 1996","gift guide","Mushrooms","Rare","Rare Collection","Rare Collections","Rare Cuvee","Region: Aÿ","Taste: Aged 8 Years on Lees","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Cashew","Taste: Honeycomb","Taste: Malt Biscuit","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Orange Peel","Taste: Toasty","Varieties: Chardonnay","Varieties: Pinot noir","Vintage","Year: 1996"],"price":89000,"price_min":89000,"price_max":89000,"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":32677775573101,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BOLLINGER-LGA-1996","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":15158418473069,"product_id":4706669690989,"position":1,"created_at":"2020-06-16T16:44:57+10:00","updated_at":"2020-06-16T16:45:22+10:00","alt":"Bollinger-Grande-Annee-1996-Emperor-Champagne","width":646,"height":1000,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Bollinger-Grande-Annee-1996-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1592289922","variant_ids":[32677775573101]},"available":true,"name":"Bollinger La Grande Année 1996 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":89000,"weight":2000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"3052853076326","featured_media":{"alt":"Bollinger-Grande-Annee-1996-Emperor-Champagne","id":7329345929325,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Bollinger-Grande-Annee-1996-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1592289897"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Bollinger-Grande-Annee-1996-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1592289922","\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Bollinger-Grande-Annee-Box-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1592289933"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Bollinger-Grande-Annee-1996-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1592289922","options":["Please select"],"media":[{"alt":"Bollinger-Grande-Annee-1996-Emperor-Champagne","id":7329345929325,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Bollinger-Grande-Annee-1996-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1592289897"},"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Bollinger-Grande-Annee-1996-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1592289897","width":646},{"alt":"Bollinger-Grande-Annee-Box-Emperor-Champagne","id":7329345962093,"position":2,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Bollinger-Grande-Annee-Box-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1592289897"},"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Bollinger-Grande-Annee-Box-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1592289897","width":646}],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe House of Bollinger only produces vintage champagnes in exceptional years, when the grapes have reached a perfect quality and maturity with a perfect balance between the acids and sugars. Hence the denomination \"Grande Année\" given to this champagne which, unlike the \"Special Cuvée\", is only produced from grapes of that particular harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe House of Bollinger only produces vintage champagnes in exceptional years, when the grapes have reached a perfect quality and maturity with a perfect balance between the acids and sugars. Hence the denomination \"La Grande Année\" given to this champagne which, unlike the \"Special Cuvée\", is only produced from grapes of that particular harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat we think of it: an exceptional cuvée, with notes of orange west,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e cashew nuts and mushrooms. A very nice crisp acidity and a very fine, tingling mousse alongside the rather expansive flavours that match the nose, although they are very firmly packaged in by the beautiful, laser-precision structure of the wine. This is gorgeous, fresh, very typical of the Bollinger style, with a very long finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSold as seen.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is Grande Année so special?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLa Grande Année is the embodiment of the carefully preserved traditional expertise of the Bollinger Champagne House. The wine is therefore exclusively \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003evinified in small aged oak barrels. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChampagne Bollinger has never abandoned this traditional craft method, which helps develop aromas of great finesse. After \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ea prolonged ageing on its lees, even today every bottle of La Grande Année is riddled and disgorged by hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/strong\u003e\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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical details \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. 18 crus: mainly Aÿ and Verzenay for the Pinot Noir, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Cramant for the Chardonnay. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFermented entirely in aged oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Bollinger, only very high quality harvests become a vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaturation: Sealed with a natural cork and cellar aged for more than twice the time required by the Appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Disgorged January 2005. A deeper hue compared to the 1999, the nose with greater intensity, with delicate honeyed\/buttery tones, green apples, a little more mushroomy just in the background, great lift and gaining intensity in the glass. Quintessential Bollinger bouquet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate has a rich entry, very good ripeness with touches of clear honey, a touch of mango, melted butter, white flowers and much greater weight than the 1999. Superb definition towards the finish and great length. Outstanding Bollinger, one for the cellar if you can resist temptation.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95\/100 - Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair this wine with shellfish or richer fishes like a salmon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gtx-trans\" style=\"position: absolute; left: -16px; top: 1027px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e"}