Charles Collin

{"id":56647548956,"title":"Vouette et Sorbée Fidèle","handle":"vouette-et-sorbee-fidele-blanc-de-noirs-extra-brut","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow we are getting serious. Are you ready to take your understanding of mainstream champagne and throw it out the window? Enter Vouette et Sorbee. The name say of the house says so much – Vouette et Sorbee are the names of two of his 6 parcels of fruit which are organically and bio-dynamically tended to. It doesn’t get much better than this. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFidele is a blanc de noir comprising of 100% juicy pinot noir sourced from Gautherot's carefully tended plots in the Cote des Bar. This is organic, biodynamic and natural winemaking at its best. You would be forgiven for thinking it was a rosé champagne as it has a rouge tint in the glass. Made without a scrap of dosage, fermented entirely in oak barrels and bottled at a lower bar of pressure at 4.5 bars, this is a wine first and a champagne second. This is a true connoisseurs champagne and an absolute cracker. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrunchy red apple, red fruit, vinous and vibrant. This is an intriguing cuvee and one every champagne lover must try as part of their journey to become a true connoisseur. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a true connoisseur’s champagne where craftsmanship is key. The vineyards are located in the true south of Champagne in the Cote de Bar and are meticulously governed by cult winemaker Bertrand Gautherot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGautherot, first and foremost makes a wine, the bubbles being incidental to what he is trying to achieve which is a wine that offers a sense of place. Almost all of the cuvees he produces are single vineyard (with the exception of Fidele) and single vintage. The wines have absolutely no dosage and are made at a lower bar of pressure resulting in finer bubbles and powerful vinous cuvees. Gautherots’ vineyards have been certified biodynamic since 1998 and his low yield, high intensity fruit translates to powerful wines that command food. Gautherot who was inspired by Jacques Selosse is one of the true legends of Champagne. These cuvees will provide much discussion at the dinner table so please read our tasting card that will arrive with your champagne before you present this wine to your guests - these wines are not for the feint of heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeef tartare with a truffle paste, parmesan crumble and fresh chives served with an apple waldorf salad. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-05T12:08:10+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-05T12:44:36+10:00","vendor":"Vouette et Sorbee","type":"Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut","tags":["$100-200","Blanc de Noirs","Edited For You","Extra Brut","Georgian Amphora","Grower","Natural Winemaking","No Filtration","Organic","Region: Buxieres-Sur-Arce","Taste: Barrel-fermented","Taste: Biodynamic","Taste: Low Bar Pressure","Taste: Mineral","Taste: No Filtration","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Red Fruit","Taste: Vinous","Taste: Wild Fermented","Vouette et Sorbee"],"price":15500,"price_min":15500,"price_max":15500,"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":556554879004,"title":"Single only","option1":"Single only","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"VOUET_FIDELE","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3660079104109,"product_id":56647548956,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-06T18:03:45+10:00","updated_at":"2018-07-06T18:04:14+10:00","alt":null,"width":540,"height":1029,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vouette-and-sorbee-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1530864254","variant_ids":[556554879004]},"available":true,"name":"Vouette et Sorbée Fidèle - Single only","public_title":"Single only","options":["Single only"],"price":15500,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":3,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"","featured_media":{"alt":null,"id":1048981733485,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.525,"height":1029,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vouette-and-sorbee-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1569101533"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vouette-and-sorbee-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1530864254"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vouette-and-sorbee-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1530864254","options":["Please Select"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":1048981733485,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.525,"height":1029,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vouette-and-sorbee-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1569101533"},"aspect_ratio":0.525,"height":1029,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Vouette-and-sorbee-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1569101533","width":540}],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNow we are getting serious. Are you ready to take your understanding of mainstream champagne and throw it out the window? Enter Vouette et Sorbee. The name say of the house says so much – Vouette et Sorbee are the names of two of his 6 parcels of fruit which are organically and bio-dynamically tended to. It doesn’t get much better than this. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFidele is a blanc de noir comprising of 100% juicy pinot noir sourced from Gautherot's carefully tended plots in the Cote des Bar. This is organic, biodynamic and natural winemaking at its best. You would be forgiven for thinking it was a rosé champagne as it has a rouge tint in the glass. Made without a scrap of dosage, fermented entirely in oak barrels and bottled at a lower bar of pressure at 4.5 bars, this is a wine first and a champagne second. This is a true connoisseurs champagne and an absolute cracker. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCrunchy red apple, red fruit, vinous and vibrant. This is an intriguing cuvee and one every champagne lover must try as part of their journey to become a true connoisseur. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a true connoisseur’s champagne where craftsmanship is key. The vineyards are located in the true south of Champagne in the Cote de Bar and are meticulously governed by cult winemaker Bertrand Gautherot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGautherot, first and foremost makes a wine, the bubbles being incidental to what he is trying to achieve which is a wine that offers a sense of place. Almost all of the cuvees he produces are single vineyard (with the exception of Fidele) and single vintage. The wines have absolutely no dosage and are made at a lower bar of pressure resulting in finer bubbles and powerful vinous cuvees. Gautherots’ vineyards have been certified biodynamic since 1998 and his low yield, high intensity fruit translates to powerful wines that command food. Gautherot who was inspired by Jacques Selosse is one of the true legends of Champagne. These cuvees will provide much discussion at the dinner table so please read our tasting card that will arrive with your champagne before you present this wine to your guests - these wines are not for the feint of heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeef tartare with a truffle paste, parmesan crumble and fresh chives served with an apple waldorf salad. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":1497634963565,"title":"Benoit Marguet Shaman 15 Grand Cru Rosé","handle":"benoit-marguet-shaman-rose-grand-cru-15-extra-brut","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- 100% Biodynamically produced with zero sulphur and zero dosage (sugar)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Dry styled Rosé with plenty of fruit and body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Pair with \u003c\/span\u003espice-rubbed (Pork, Chicken) or smoked Salmon \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Made two-thirds from grand cru Chardonnay, it owes its pretty mid-rose pink to grand cru Pinot Noir. Marguet's main holdings are in Bouzy and Ambonnay. This is a full-bodied 12% wine chock full of flavour in the middle with a hint of rose petals but definitely assertive rather than pretty. I gave it a massive 17.5 out of 20 and was amazed how delicious it still was even two weeks after the bottle had been opened.\" Jancis Robinson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe tend to agree with Ms. Robinson, the wine speaks for itself and you cannot help but be enamoured with the pure ease of flavour and persistence after a few sips. There is so much going on and if you have any issues with sulphur and prefer low or no dosage champagne, you have arrived at a great example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSulphur Free, zero dosage as well as being Vegan and Vegetarian Friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBased in the grand cru village of Ambonnay, Benoit is fifth generation and one of the most exciting natural producers at the moment being certified organic and biodynamic. For example he is one of very few vineyards to plough only using 2 horses since 2010. He sources fruit from Ambonnay, Bouzy and Mailly and uses a very natural approach to fermentation using only wild yeasts. He is also sulphur free and uses small 225 litre oak barriques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","published_at":"2017-07-11T16:47:21+10:00","created_at":"2018-12-10T09:44:20+11:00","vendor":"Benoit Marguet","type":"Rosé","tags":["Biodynamic","Biodynamic producer","Extra Brut","Grower","malo-lactic fermenation","Organic","Region: Ambonnay","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Biodynamic Producer","Taste: Earthy","Taste: Organic","Taste: Pinot Noir Dominant","Taste: Raspberry","Taste: Red delicious","Taste: Sulphur Free","Taste: Technical","Taste: Vegan","Taste: Vegetarian Friendly","Taste: wild raspberry","Taste: Wild Strawberry","Taste: Wild Yeasts","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":13924812095597,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"MARGUET_SHAMAN_ROSE","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":14665661186157,"product_id":1497634963565,"position":1,"created_at":"2020-04-23T11:25:56+10:00","updated_at":"2020-04-23T11:26:41+10:00","alt":"benoit-marguet-champagne-extra-brut-shaman-rose-emperor-champagne","width":467,"height":587,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/benoit-marguet-champagne-extra-brut-shaman-rose-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1587605201","variant_ids":[13924812095597]},"available":true,"name":"Benoit Marguet Shaman 15 Grand Cru Rosé - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":10995,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":3,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"","featured_media":{"alt":"benoit-marguet-champagne-extra-brut-shaman-rose-emperor-champagne","id":6836293828717,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.796,"height":587,"width":467,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/benoit-marguet-champagne-extra-brut-shaman-rose-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1587605201"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/benoit-marguet-champagne-extra-brut-shaman-rose-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1587605201"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/benoit-marguet-champagne-extra-brut-shaman-rose-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1587605201","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":"benoit-marguet-champagne-extra-brut-shaman-rose-emperor-champagne","id":6836293828717,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.796,"height":587,"width":467,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/benoit-marguet-champagne-extra-brut-shaman-rose-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1587605201"},"aspect_ratio":0.796,"height":587,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/benoit-marguet-champagne-extra-brut-shaman-rose-emperor-champagne.jpg?v=1587605201","width":467}],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- 100% Biodynamically produced with zero sulphur and zero dosage (sugar)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Dry styled Rosé with plenty of fruit and body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Pair with \u003c\/span\u003espice-rubbed (Pork, Chicken) or smoked Salmon \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"Made two-thirds from grand cru Chardonnay, it owes its pretty mid-rose pink to grand cru Pinot Noir. Marguet's main holdings are in Bouzy and Ambonnay. This is a full-bodied 12% wine chock full of flavour in the middle with a hint of rose petals but definitely assertive rather than pretty. I gave it a massive 17.5 out of 20 and was amazed how delicious it still was even two weeks after the bottle had been opened.\" Jancis Robinson\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe tend to agree with Ms. Robinson, the wine speaks for itself and you cannot help but be enamoured with the pure ease of flavour and persistence after a few sips. There is so much going on and if you have any issues with sulphur and prefer low or no dosage champagne, you have arrived at a great example.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSulphur Free, zero dosage as well as being Vegan and Vegetarian Friendly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eBased in the grand cru village of Ambonnay, Benoit is fifth generation and one of the most exciting natural producers at the moment being certified organic and biodynamic. For example he is one of very few vineyards to plough only using 2 horses since 2010. He sources fruit from Ambonnay, Bouzy and Mailly and uses a very natural approach to fermentation using only wild yeasts. He is also sulphur free and uses small 225 litre oak barriques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e"}

{"id":4595566248045,"title":"Taittinger Prestige Rosé + Set of two Taittinger Champagne Glasses","handle":"taittinger-prestige-rose-set-of-two-taittinger-champagne-glasses","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Indulge the senses with this luxurious gift pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 1 x Taittinger Prestige Ros\u003cspan\u003eé\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 2 x Taittinger Champagne Glasses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gift pack is the perfect gift for you, your mum, or that special person in your life who deserves to be spoiled (you know who she is!). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Taittinger Prestige Rosé is a unique and complex blend. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe signature Taittinger high proportion of Chardonnay (30%) brings elegance and delicacy to the blend, while a quantity of still red wine (15%) produced from the best Pinot Noirs from Montagne de Reims and Les Riceys is added to the final blend. It is this still red wine that gives the cuvée its unmistakable colour and vibrant intensity on the palate.  The Prestige Rosé can be described as lively, fruity, fresh and elegant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 164\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018 - 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"With a pretty, medium-salmon hue, this is a rosé that contrasts a pitch-perfect, fragrant bouquet of rose petals, red cherries and elegant strawberries, with a palate built on a depth of roast nuts and toast complexity that belies just three years of bottle age. The result is a subtle and compelling change of mood for this cuvée, more secondary and more intriguing than ever, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eculminating in a finish that coasts in unison, evenly harmonising chalk mineral texture with fine tannin structure. Taittinger’s aspiration with rosé is structure and a little touch of tannin, and this blend meets the brief with air.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampagne Taittinger is one of France's most celebrated champagne houses. As the epitome of French sophistication, style and grace, Champagne Taittinger celebrates the pleasures of life, believing that special moments are best enjoyed with fine champagne and great company. Revered by critics the world over and recognised as the champagne connoisseurs, Champagne Taittinger is renowned for creating wines of unmatched delicacy, elegance and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this champagne has some body, depth and richness to it from the age, don't be shy in pairing it with some stronger flavoured dishes. Recently, we had an excellent dish from Bar Carolina in Melbourne's, South Yarra - Spaghetto All'Aragosta which is long pasta with Crayfish, garlic, chilli and fresh tomato. This would work a treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2020-04-28T12:25:25+10:00","created_at":"2020-04-28T12:27:38+10:00","vendor":"Emperor Champagne","type":"Gift Pack","tags":["gift guide","Prestige Cuvee","Region: Reims","Rose","Taste: Cherry","Taste: Nuts","Taste: Rose petals","Taste: Strawberry"],"price":12900,"price_min":12900,"price_max":12900,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":32329192898669,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"TAITTINGER_PACK_GLASSES","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Taittinger Prestige Rosé + Set of two Taittinger Champagne Glasses","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":12900,"weight":2200,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":4,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/TaittingerPrestigeRose1.jpg?v=1590121835"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/TaittingerPrestigeRose1.jpg?v=1590121835","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":6879469994093,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.79,"height":1067,"width":843,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/TaittingerPrestigeRose1.jpg?v=1590121823"},"aspect_ratio":0.79,"height":1067,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/TaittingerPrestigeRose1.jpg?v=1590121823","width":843}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Indulge the senses with this luxurious gift pack\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 1 x Taittinger Prestige Ros\u003cspan\u003eé\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 2 x Taittinger Champagne Glasses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis gift pack is the perfect gift for you, your mum, or that special person in your life who deserves to be spoiled (you know who she is!). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Taittinger Prestige Rosé is a unique and complex blend. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe signature Taittinger high proportion of Chardonnay (30%) brings elegance and delicacy to the blend, while a quantity of still red wine (15%) produced from the best Pinot Noirs from Montagne de Reims and Les Riceys is added to the final blend. It is this still red wine that gives the cuvée its unmistakable colour and vibrant intensity on the palate.  The Prestige Rosé can be described as lively, fruity, fresh and elegant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 164\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018 - 2019\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"With a pretty, medium-salmon hue, this is a rosé that contrasts a pitch-perfect, fragrant bouquet of rose petals, red cherries and elegant strawberries, with a palate built on a depth of roast nuts and toast complexity that belies just three years of bottle age. The result is a subtle and compelling change of mood for this cuvée, more secondary and more intriguing than ever, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eculminating in a finish that coasts in unison, evenly harmonising chalk mineral texture with fine tannin structure. Taittinger’s aspiration with rosé is structure and a little touch of tannin, and this blend meets the brief with air.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 2\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChampagne Taittinger is one of France's most celebrated champagne houses. As the epitome of French sophistication, style and grace, Champagne Taittinger celebrates the pleasures of life, believing that special moments are best enjoyed with fine champagne and great company. Revered by critics the world over and recognised as the champagne connoisseurs, Champagne Taittinger is renowned for creating wines of unmatched delicacy, elegance and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs this champagne has some body, depth and richness to it from the age, don't be shy in pairing it with some stronger flavoured dishes. Recently, we had an excellent dish from Bar Carolina in Melbourne's, South Yarra - Spaghetto All'Aragosta which is long pasta with Crayfish, garlic, chilli and fresh tomato. This would work a treat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":63491178524,"title":"Henriot Blanc de Blancs Brut NV","handle":"henriot-blanc-de-blancs-nv","description":"\u003cp\u003e- Aged 4-5 years on lees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 40% reserve wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The cornerstone of Henriot’s signature style showcasing minerality and complexity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e** Wine featured in virtual tasting event 10 July, 2020. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com.au\/e\/free-virtual-tasting-champagne-henriot-ft-alice-tetienne-tickets-109087940968\" title=\"Register for Henriot tasting\"\u003eRegister here\u003c\/a\u003e.**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInitially lively, generous and powerful on the palate. The hint of fresh lemon lingers and dissolves into butter-laced brioche notes, extended further by quince paste and acacia honey. Lovely, fresh and quite delicious length on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A bright, medium-straw hue herals a cuvée that strikes a compelling accord between the radian lemon and white peach definition of the Côte des Blancs and the honeyed, nougat and biscuity appeal of long lees maturity and a touch of compelling stuck-flint reductive complexity. Age builds a wonderfully creamy moutfeel, while emphasising the fina chalk mineral texture of great terroirs.\" Tyson Stelzer\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe house sources from a mixture of grand and premier cru villages within Les Mesnil-Sur Oger, Chouilly, Avize, as well as other great villages like Vertus; Ville-Dommange and Trepail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormer Chef de Caves, Laurent Fresnet presented the Blanc de Blancs in 2017 at an Australian industry tasting along with his range. This stood out along with the vintage Rosé as the pick of the bunch. The interesting point here is Laurent’s use of multiple vineyard regions and villages to create a true Blanc de Blancs of Champagne as a whole instead of just one area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis choice of language is interesting too and he describes each areas with distinct flavour profiles, characters even. In reference to above these provide “white peach and stone fruit characters” with Sezanne; Montgueux and Vitry, being further south and east respectively, “bring more of the pink grapefruit, exotic flowers, mango and coconut” to the party.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blanc de Blancs been aged between 4-5 years on lees, which integrates these villages well, provides mineral presence and an ever-so-soft creamy palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exciting producer with an excellent range of wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\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 1957. 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\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeared scallops with mandarin segments for pure simplicity or perhaps f\u003c\/span\u003ereshly caught sole with slightly salted butter.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-08T10:59:30+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-08T11:00:55+10:00","vendor":"Henriot","type":"Blanc de Blancs","tags":["$100-200","Blanc de blancs","Brut","chardonnay-dominant","Taste: Aged 4 Years on Lees","Taste: Almond","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Coconut","Taste: Exotic flowers","Taste: Mango","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Pink Grapefruit","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Year: NV"],"price":10999,"price_min":10999,"price_max":10999,"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":737229537308,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"HENRIOT_BDB_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4538787561581,"product_id":63491178524,"position":1,"created_at":"2019-02-28T17:43:22+11:00","updated_at":"2019-02-28T17:43:22+11:00","alt":null,"width":646,"height":1000,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1551336202","variant_ids":[737229537308]},"available":true,"name":"Henriot Blanc de Blancs Brut NV - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":10999,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"3284890615118","featured_media":{"alt":null,"id":1403622031469,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1569171166"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1551336202"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1551336202","options":["Please Select"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":1403622031469,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1569171166"},"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Blanc-de-blancs-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1569171166","width":646}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e- Aged 4-5 years on lees\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- 40% reserve wine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- The cornerstone of Henriot’s signature style showcasing minerality and complexity. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e** Wine featured in virtual tasting event 10 July, 2020. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com.au\/e\/free-virtual-tasting-champagne-henriot-ft-alice-tetienne-tickets-109087940968\" title=\"Register for Henriot tasting\"\u003eRegister here\u003c\/a\u003e.**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInitially lively, generous and powerful on the palate. The hint of fresh lemon lingers and dissolves into butter-laced brioche notes, extended further by quince paste and acacia honey. Lovely, fresh and quite delicious length on the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"A bright, medium-straw hue herals a cuvée that strikes a compelling accord between the radian lemon and white peach definition of the Côte des Blancs and the honeyed, nougat and biscuity appeal of long lees maturity and a touch of compelling stuck-flint reductive complexity. Age builds a wonderfully creamy moutfeel, while emphasising the fina chalk mineral texture of great terroirs.\" Tyson Stelzer\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe house sources from a mixture of grand and premier cru villages within Les Mesnil-Sur Oger, Chouilly, Avize, as well as other great villages like Vertus; Ville-Dommange and Trepail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFormer Chef de Caves, Laurent Fresnet presented the Blanc de Blancs in 2017 at an Australian industry tasting along with his range. This stood out along with the vintage Rosé as the pick of the bunch. The interesting point here is Laurent’s use of multiple vineyard regions and villages to create a true Blanc de Blancs of Champagne as a whole instead of just one area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHis choice of language is interesting too and he describes each areas with distinct flavour profiles, characters even. In reference to above these provide “white peach and stone fruit characters” with Sezanne; Montgueux and Vitry, being further south and east respectively, “bring more of the pink grapefruit, exotic flowers, mango and coconut” to the party.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Blanc de Blancs been aged between 4-5 years on lees, which integrates these villages well, provides mineral presence and an ever-so-soft creamy palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exciting producer with an excellent range of wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\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 1957. 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\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeared scallops with mandarin segments for pure simplicity or perhaps f\u003c\/span\u003ereshly caught sole with slightly salted butter.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":63506382876,"title":"Henriot Souverain","handle":"henriot-brut-souverain-nv","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Precise and balanced, with 50% chardonnay and pinots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- 3 years of lees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- 30% reserve wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e** Wine featured in virtual tasting event 10 July, 2020. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com.au\/e\/free-virtual-tasting-champagne-henriot-ft-alice-tetienne-tickets-109087940968\" title=\"Register for Henriot tasting\"\u003eRegister here\u003c\/a\u003e.**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exceptionally high proportion of chardonnay (50%), balanced to perfection with pinot (45% pinot noir and 5% pinot meunier) can be thanked for the unique character of this Champagne. More than 25 cru wines from the finest Champagne terroirs in Cotes des Blancs and Montagne de Reims make up the blend, together with 30% of precious reserve wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell balanced and harmonious on the palate, summoning flavours of brioche, together with crunchy cherries and the sun-kissed blush of white peach. Clean on the finish, with all the freshness of just-picked walnuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 87\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Henriot’s entry cuvée lands pre-charged with impressive, toasty bottle age, yet holding admirable vibrancy and energy thanks to its strong Côte des Blancs chardonnay lead. Lemon, red apple and white peach fruit are well progressed into the spectrum of toasty, nutty maturity, culminating in a lively finish of well-defined acid and integrated dosage. A faint hint of dry dustiness interrupts otherwise seamless flow.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout The House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\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 1957 and 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’. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey 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\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep it simple with this stunning non vintage. Try parmesan pastry puffs which are really easy to create at home. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the perfect aperitif champagne so drink it like they do in Champagne and serve it with light hors d'oeuvres especially parmesan pastries.  \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2019-02-26T14:19:54+11:00","created_at":"2017-09-08T11:14:13+10:00","vendor":"Henriot","type":"Brut","tags":["Brut","Region: Reims","Souverain","Taste: Aged 3 Years on Lees","Taste: Apple","Taste: Base Wine 2011","Taste: Biscuit","Taste: Brioche","Taste: Grand Cru Fruit","Taste: Lemon","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Peach","Taste: Pear","Taste: Red Apple","Taste: Toasty","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":8299,"price_min":8299,"price_max":8299,"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":737451147292,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"HENRIOT_BRUT_NV_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4538812170349,"product_id":63506382876,"position":1,"created_at":"2019-02-28T17:44:35+11:00","updated_at":"2019-02-28T17:44:55+11:00","alt":"Henriot-Brut-Souverain-Emperor-Champagne","width":646,"height":1000,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Brut-Souverain-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1551336295","variant_ids":[737451147292]},"available":true,"name":"Henriot Souverain - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":8299,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":12,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"3284890027164","featured_media":{"alt":"Henriot-Brut-Souverain-Emperor-Champagne","id":1403645853805,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Brut-Souverain-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1569171171"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Brut-Souverain-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1551336295"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Brut-Souverain-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1551336295","options":["Please Select"],"media":[{"alt":"Henriot-Brut-Souverain-Emperor-Champagne","id":1403645853805,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"width":646,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Brut-Souverain-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1569171171"},"aspect_ratio":0.646,"height":1000,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Henriot-Brut-Souverain-Emperor-Champagne.jpg?v=1569171171","width":646}],"content":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Precise and balanced, with 50% chardonnay and pinots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- 3 years of lees\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- 30% reserve wines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e** Wine featured in virtual tasting event 10 July, 2020. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.eventbrite.com.au\/e\/free-virtual-tasting-champagne-henriot-ft-alice-tetienne-tickets-109087940968\" title=\"Register for Henriot tasting\"\u003eRegister here\u003c\/a\u003e.**\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exceptionally high proportion of chardonnay (50%), balanced to perfection with pinot (45% pinot noir and 5% pinot meunier) can be thanked for the unique character of this Champagne. More than 25 cru wines from the finest Champagne terroirs in Cotes des Blancs and Montagne de Reims make up the blend, together with 30% of precious reserve wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell balanced and harmonious on the palate, summoning flavours of brioche, together with crunchy cherries and the sun-kissed blush of white peach. Clean on the finish, with all the freshness of just-picked walnuts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 87\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Henriot’s entry cuvée lands pre-charged with impressive, toasty bottle age, yet holding admirable vibrancy and energy thanks to its strong Côte des Blancs chardonnay lead. Lemon, red apple and white peach fruit are well progressed into the spectrum of toasty, nutty maturity, culminating in a lively finish of well-defined acid and integrated dosage. A faint hint of dry dustiness interrupts otherwise seamless flow.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTyson Stelzer - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout The House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\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 1957 and 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’. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThey 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\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep it simple with this stunning non vintage. Try parmesan pastry puffs which are really easy to create at home. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the perfect aperitif champagne so drink it like they do in Champagne and serve it with light hors d'oeuvres especially parmesan pastries.  \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":105171812380,"title":"Pierre Paillard 'Les Parcelles' XIV","handle":"pierre-paillard-les-parcelles-bouzy-grand-cru-xiii","description":"\u003cp\u003eComing from 22 different vineyard cru's in Bouzy, aptly named 'Les Parcelles' is a great expression of the terroir from this village. There is generous aromas of fig, spice, biscotti and almond. After a few moments in the glass yellow fruits, like nectarine introducing some balance to the toasty and rich notes of this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nose follows through on to the palate with body and richness yet liveliness from the acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFood pairing options: Oysters, sashimi, Thai beef salad, roast chicken or pan seared barramundi. Also, hard and soft cheeses (not pungent).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWelcome to the new generation of the family grower. Brothers, Quinton and Antoine Paillard add a cool factor to champagne and are doing a great job. Slick new labels are just a hint to the progressive minds of these new generation wine makers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe wines zoom in on the Bouzy terroir that their vineyards are planted in (yes this is really a Champagne village!). This is a grand cru region famed for big bold pinot noir grapes with power and drive and it presents in most wines created by the maison but the wines are not tempered by dosage. Under the careful watch of father Pierre Paillard, the champagnes from this family owned estate are direct and straight from vine to wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Paillard family owns 60%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir and 40%\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echardonnay grapes, blending\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epinot\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003enoir oriented\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003echampagnes and only utilising the ‘noble grape’ varieties.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a staunchly organic and natural approach to their wine making, these are connoisseur’s wines and are strictly on allocation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTry a brioche and cheese pastry such as gougere or a simple charcuterie and tapenade.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-19T12:05:43+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-19T12:06:55+10:00","vendor":"Pierre Paillard","type":"Extra Brut","tags":["Base vintage: 2012","Extra Brut","Family Owned","Grower","healthy champagne","Region: Bouzy","Sustainable","Sustainable Viticulture","Taste: Almond","Taste: Base Wine 2010","Taste: Biscotti","Taste: Extra Brut","Taste: Fig","Taste: Full-bodied","Taste: Grand Cru","Taste: Nectarine","Taste: Rich","Taste: Spice","Taste: Sustainable Viticulture","valentine"],"price":9500,"price_min":9500,"price_max":9500,"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":1020811837468,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"P_PAILLARD_PARCELLES_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Pierre Paillard 'Les Parcelles' XIV - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":9500,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":2,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":""}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-les-parcelles-bouzy-grand-cru-2014-empero-champagne.jpeg?v=1568606077"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-les-parcelles-bouzy-grand-cru-2014-empero-champagne.jpeg?v=1568606077","options":["Please Select"],"media":[{"alt":"pierre-paillard-les-parcelles-bouzy-grand-cru-2014-emperor-champagne","id":3301523357805,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.728,"height":640,"width":466,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-les-parcelles-bouzy-grand-cru-2014-empero-champagne.jpeg?v=1570131195"},"aspect_ratio":0.728,"height":640,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/pierre-paillard-les-parcelles-bouzy-grand-cru-2014-empero-champagne.jpeg?v=1570131195","width":466}],"content":"\u003cp\u003eComing from 22 different vineyard cru's in Bouzy, aptly named 'Les Parcelles' is a great expression of the terroir from this village. 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Producer Jerome Dehours is a member of the 'Les Artisans du Champagne', which brings together high quality, mostly single estate champagne producers for an annual tasting. Dehours is one of Champagne’s most exciting estates making stylish and expertly crafted wines with a careful approach and excellent quality. We believe there is real creativity and attention to detail in his winemaking for him to develop the complexity from the blending of solera methods with the combined drive to show what Pinot Meunier and single vineyards in the Marne Valley can produce. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is on the richer style of champagne, you could experiment with the smaller, creamy Oysters and serve as an aperitif or it could also work well with some chargrilled beef, or slow-cooked lamb (which becomes tender and sweeter in texture) with lemon preserve to pick up those citrus notes in the wine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-12-18T11:51:26+11:00","created_at":"2017-11-30T14:53:21+11:00","vendor":"Dehours \u0026 Fils","type":"Brut","tags":["Brut","Grower","New Arrival","Region: Mareuil-le-Port","Sustainable","Taste: Apricot","Taste: Barrel-maturation","Taste: Lemon Zest","Taste: Malo-lactic Fermentation","Taste: Orange Peel","Taste: Pinot Meunier","Taste: Pinot Meunier Dominant","Taste: Solera","Taste: Spice","Taste: Williams Pear","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":8295,"price_min":8295,"price_max":8295,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":6027919753244,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DEHOUR_GRAND_RES_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2586894631021,"product_id":454428229660,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-04T20:45:13+10:00","updated_at":"2020-04-24T17:24:11+10:00","alt":"dehours-et-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1587713051","variant_ids":[6027919753244]},"available":true,"name":"Dehours \u0026 Fils Grande Reserve - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":8295,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":1,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"","featured_media":{"alt":"dehours-et-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne","id":814536360045,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1569056636"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1587713051"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1587713051","options":["Size"],"media":[{"alt":"dehours-et-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne","id":814536360045,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1569056636"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/dehours-and-fils-grande-reserve-brut-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1569056636","width":540}],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Specialist Marne Valley producer using organic treatments in his vineyards \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- A great introduction to grower champagne at a reasonable price\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with smaller, creamy Oysters like Clair de Lune\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are into champagne or wines in fact that are mouth-filling, rich and speaks of it's origins then may we present to you, the 'Grande Reserve' from Jerome Dehours. 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{"id":329638969372,"title":"Pommery Brut Royal NV","handle":"pommery-brut-royal-nv","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePommery Brut Royal is the essence of the Pommery style: liveliness, fresh, finesse. From 40 selected villages in the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims and other areas in the Champagne region where the liveliness and delicacy of the chardonnay grape is enhanced by the climate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an equal blend of all 3 major varieties. The dosage sits at 10 g\/l residual sugar. As with all Pommery wine making, full malo-lactic fermentation is encouraged as is the use of stainless steel. With a medium-straw hue and flavours of red apple, bruised pear and grapefruit, this is a cuvée of firm phenolic bite and redcurrant and lemon-accented acidity, with the toasty meringue notes of lees age contrasting the candied, honeyed effect of dosage. 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Madame Louise Pommery took over the small family vineyard at a young age after the unfortunate passing of her husband left her with a young child and an even more immature business in the Pommery \u0026amp; Greno Estate. Louise was an early #GirlPower pioneer, not only because she ran a business at a time when men dominated just about everything, but because she came up with a number of groundbreaking ideas, including storing wines in temperature controlled caves and producing the first Brut (dry) Champagne. When she passed at 71 years, she was the first woman to be given a state funeral in France.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is aperitif country. Enjoy chilled around 8-10 degrees celsius. \u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":63577161756,"title":"Larmandier-Bernier 'Latitude' Extra Brut","handle":"larmandier-bernier-latitude-blanc-de-blancs-extra-brut","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Leading Biodynamic producer based in Vertus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Excellent example of grower blanc de blancs that is both expressive and delicious\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with kingfish ceviche, finger lime plus a little soy, olive oil and radish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is citrus peel on the nose, pure mineral expression with some lime leaf. On the tongue it has a 'laser-focused' acid profile accompanied by a generosity and vitality from time on its yeast lees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cleanliness of the finish is moreish and is quite simply unputdownable. If you enjoy wines that express a sense of place (aka Terroir) then please indulge yourself a little with this biodynamic beauty. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Base year 2016, disgorged March 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIf the Larmandier-Bernier family produced technical equipment instead of champagne they would make the best laser-guided tools. This best describes their level of accuracy and just getting it right.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e“These wines from Pierre and Sophie Larmandier are exceptional in every way. Larmandier practices a non-interventionalist philosophy in the vineyards with an emphasis on low yields. A similar approach is taken in the cellar, where the wines are fermented with natural yeasts and bottled with low or no dosage in order to exalt the qualities of the sites the estate works with. 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{"id":59676229660,"title":"Besserat de Bellefon Cuvée des Moines SEC","handle":"besserat-de-bellefon-cuvee-des-moines-sec","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Low bar pressure style of champagne across the house\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Sweeter style of champagne with 20 grams per litre of sugar added\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Pair with Foie gras served on mini toasts with a cranberry jelly. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking at the spectrum of dryness rating in champagne, we are sitting at 'sec' level which is between 17-32 grams per litre, BB have made this at 20 g\/l and hits the perfect balance of sweetness-acidity similar to that of apple compote, lemon curd or peach crumble.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis style is on the rise with more winemakers producing a sweeter style of champagne that can be enjoyed purely as an aperitif or with lighter fruit pastries and desserts. 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This has ripe citrus fruit with clear-cut minerality and a textural richness underpinned by older vines (around 45 years). We love wines like this because they are easy to enjoy and they truly deliver. Think along the lines of nougat, almond, lemon-curd with herbal notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base vintage is from the 2014 harvest with between 25-30% reserve wines added. Dosage sits at a reasonable 7 g\/L. This remains unfined and unfiltered so a small deposit may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled: 27 \/ 07 \/ 2016 Disgorged: 26 \/ 01 \/ 18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmperor is proud to be the import partner for this exceptional house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe De Sousa family are based in the Grand Cru village of Avize in the Côte Des Blancs. Father and Vigneron Erick De Sousa has a Portuguese background and practices Biodynamic viticulture. 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This remains unfined and unfiltered so a small deposit may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled: 27 \/ 07 \/ 2016 Disgorged: 26 \/ 01 \/ 18\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmperor is proud to be the import partner for this exceptional house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe De Sousa family are based in the Grand Cru village of Avize in the Côte Des Blancs. Father and Vigneron Erick De Sousa has a Portuguese background and practices Biodynamic viticulture. The family runs just over 9 hectares, most of which in Avize but also in the Montagne de Reims and Ambonnay, also a small vineyard in the Marne Valley - Mardeuil. 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The palate has a soft and creamy mousse, with juicy lemon, white peach, almond with pastry and biscuit. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe limestone soils start to peer through exhibiting bright minerals coming through. Thoroughly enjoyable wine with bold flavour and needs food.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cwidgetic-embed id=\"5e9793d0ecb2a19d3c8b4569\" resize=\"fill-width\" width=\"350\" height=\"60\" autoscale=\"on\" adaptive=\"414\"\u003e\u003c\/widgetic-embed\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical notes \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Chardonnay, including 5% in oak including 30% of reserve wine. Primary alcoholic fermentation in stainless steel tank with no malolactic fermentation. Transferred to oak for several months and then to bottle for secondary fermentation entirely under cork. Bottling in June 2014, with 4 years on cork. 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Salmon blinis are always a firm favourite with this style of Rosé.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow about this soft, red-fruited rosé, flowing on the palate with a creamy-mineral texture, cherry kernel deliciousness and framed by a little tannic grip on the finish. The pinot noir red wine addition accounts for just 8% and contributes notes of wild strawberry, anise and some spice. The majority of this wine is as you might have guessed, chardonnay sourced from Avize, Grauves and Cuis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll of De Sousa wines are certified \u003cstrong\u003eOrganic\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eBiodynamic\u003c\/strong\u003e with careful consideration to their soil and manual handling of grapes at harvest. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe base vintage is from the 2014 harvest. Dosage sits at a reasonable 7 g\/L. This remains unfined and unfiltered so a small deposit may occur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBottled: 08 \/ 04 \/ 2015 Disgorged: 15 \/ 06 \/ 16\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEmperor\u003c\/strong\u003e is proud to be the exclusive import partner for this exceptional house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the House\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe De Sousa family are based in the Grand Cru village of Avize in the Côte Des Blancs. Father and Vigneron Erick De Sousa has a Portuguese background and practices Biodynamic viticulture. The family runs just over 9 hectares, most of which in Avize but also in the Montagne de Reims and Ambonnay, also a small vineyard in the Marne Valley - Mardeuil. The main characteristics of De Sousa Champagne are; *'Vieilles Vignes' or old-vine viticulture. *The vineyards are ploughed traditionally by horse and some of the oldest vines go back to the early 1930's. *Full malolactic fermentation. *Extended lees ageing. *Ageing of reserve wines in barrel. Ericks' winemaking philosophy supports later ripening which allows the vines to benefit from the mineral-rich soils. This interaction enables the champagne to develop a palate profile that has abundance and purity and in our view, a remarkable length and finish compared to many other champagnes.\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e"}

{"id":1488102850669,"title":"Drappier Millésime Exception 2012","handle":"drappier-millesime-exception-2012","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- One of the oldest and most prominent houses in Champagne with little to no sulphur across the range \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Coming from the pristine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2012\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e harvest. What are you waiting for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Pair with grilled aniseed and lemon sea bass, risotto, sole à la plancha and traditional blanquette of veal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA very complex, rich nose revealing hints of fresh ginger, stone fruit and almond. In the mouth it is lightly creamy with good tightness and a suggestion of brioche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA floral touch testifies to the high proportion of Chardonnay while the depth of the Pinot Noir is expressed in the form of red fruits and appealing bitter notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMade with 60% chardonnay and 40% pinot noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical notes \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe year 2012 was memorable for a historic hailstorm which reduced yields considerably. The surviving grapes developed harmoniously and produced a low quantity vintage deemed excellent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOnly the juices from first pressing – the cuvées - are used with mechanical low-pressure presses and use of gravity to avoid pumping, which avoids oxidisation. Minimal use of sulphur; Natural settling; Alcoholic fermentation for roughly 2 weeks at low temperature; followed by total and natural malolactic fermentation; No filtering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssemblage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% of the wines are made in stainless steel vats in order to preserve as much freshness as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.6 g\/l\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\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\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\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePerfect with grilled aniseed and lemon sea bass, risotto, sole à la plancha and traditional blanquette of veal.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-11-14T22:25:21+11:00","created_at":"2018-11-14T22:02:45+11:00","vendor":"Drappier","type":"Vintage","tags":["$100-200","chardonnay-dominant","Exclusive","Kyri's Selection","New Arrival","Organic","Region: Urville","Taste: Almond","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Ginger","Taste: Malolactic Fermention","Taste: No Filtration","Taste: Organic","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Stone Fruit","Year: 2012"],"price":12499,"price_min":12499,"price_max":12499,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":13832146747501,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"DRAPPIER_2012","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":4269532217453,"product_id":1488102850669,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-11-14T22:12:27+11:00","updated_at":"2020-04-24T21:23:42+10:00","alt":"CHAMPAGNE_DRAPPIER_MILLESIME_EXCEPTION_2012_EMPEROR_CHAMPAGNE","width":800,"height":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/CHAMPAGNE_DRAPPIER_MILLESIME_EXCEPTION_2012_EMPEROR_CHAMPAGNEjpg.jpg?v=1587727422","variant_ids":[13832146747501]},"available":true,"name":"Drappier Millésime Exception 2012 - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":12499,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":17,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"deny","barcode":"","featured_media":{"alt":"CHAMPAGNE_DRAPPIER_MILLESIME_EXCEPTION_2012_EMPEROR_CHAMPAGNE","id":1264785391725,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":800,"width":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/CHAMPAGNE_DRAPPIER_MILLESIME_EXCEPTION_2012_EMPEROR_CHAMPAGNEjpg.jpg?v=1569143042"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/CHAMPAGNE_DRAPPIER_MILLESIME_EXCEPTION_2012_EMPEROR_CHAMPAGNEjpg.jpg?v=1587727422"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/CHAMPAGNE_DRAPPIER_MILLESIME_EXCEPTION_2012_EMPEROR_CHAMPAGNEjpg.jpg?v=1587727422","options":["Please select"],"media":[{"alt":"CHAMPAGNE_DRAPPIER_MILLESIME_EXCEPTION_2012_EMPEROR_CHAMPAGNE","id":1264785391725,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":800,"width":800,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/CHAMPAGNE_DRAPPIER_MILLESIME_EXCEPTION_2012_EMPEROR_CHAMPAGNEjpg.jpg?v=1569143042"},"aspect_ratio":1.0,"height":800,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/CHAMPAGNE_DRAPPIER_MILLESIME_EXCEPTION_2012_EMPEROR_CHAMPAGNEjpg.jpg?v=1569143042","width":800}],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- One of the oldest and most prominent houses in Champagne with little to no sulphur across the range \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Coming from the pristine \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e2012\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e harvest. What are you waiting for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Pair with grilled aniseed and lemon sea bass, risotto, sole à la plancha and traditional blanquette of veal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA very complex, rich nose revealing hints of fresh ginger, stone fruit and almond. In the mouth it is lightly creamy with good tightness and a suggestion of brioche.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA floral touch testifies to the high proportion of Chardonnay while the depth of the Pinot Noir is expressed in the form of red fruits and appealing bitter notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eMade with 60% chardonnay and 40% pinot noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical notes \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe year 2012 was memorable for a historic hailstorm which reduced yields considerably. The surviving grapes developed harmoniously and produced a low quantity vintage deemed excellent.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eOnly the juices from first pressing – the cuvées - are used with mechanical low-pressure presses and use of gravity to avoid pumping, which avoids oxidisation. Minimal use of sulphur; Natural settling; Alcoholic fermentation for roughly 2 weeks at low temperature; followed by total and natural malolactic fermentation; No filtering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssemblage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% of the wines are made in stainless steel vats in order to preserve as much freshness as possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.6 g\/l\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\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\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\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePerfect with grilled aniseed and lemon sea bass, risotto, sole à la plancha and traditional blanquette of veal.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":63609995292,"title":"Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut Nature","handle":"laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nv","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Ultra Brut is bright and aromatic on the nose, some citrus notes, white peach and florals are noted with a light mineral flint. The palate is refined, clean and has great length. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWhat is Ultra Brut or Brut Nature? It is a category of champagne that is noted for not adding any sugar. Essentially, the Laurent-Perrier team select the parcels of fruit which exhibit the ripest parcels and lowest acidity to find natures harmony. This wine was launched in 1981 and for the team at Emperor, this stands as a great illustration of how to achieve great expression from the vineyards without masking it with sugar. This is a blend of 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot noir. Aged for a minimum of 6 years and is a blend of over 15 Crus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 119\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"column\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"Laurent-Perrier has a very long history with zero dosage, having first launched its ‘Grand Vins Sans Sucre’ in the 1800s, relaunched by Bernard de Nonancourt in 1981. Today, this cuvée is champagne’s best-selling brut nature, in a well-balanced and highly strung apéritif style. Clean nashi pear, lemon and grapefruit are accented, with subtle flinty reductive notes and almond meal complexity beginning to build in older disgorgements. It’s razor tight in its lemon-juice acid line, finishing bracingly dry, yet upholding freshness and purity. Zero dosage gives full\u003cbr\u003e voice to pronounced salt mineral definition. This is a well-assembled zero dosage for champagne die-hards to drink with oysters.\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTyson Stelzer\u003c\/strong\u003e - The Champagne Guide 2018-2019\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eQuite often people do not realise why they like a certain champagne brand. Some houses focus on the pinot noir grape in their champagnes which provides big, round and powerful cuvées and some houses focus on Chardonnay which provides more mineral drive, citrus and elegance. If you prefer the latter, then perhaps consider a bottle of Laurent-Perrier as your 'go-to' entertaining wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis maison has a serious history but over the last 100 years has had a long line of influential women at its helm (\u003c\/span\u003eMathilde Emilie Perrier in 1812 and later in 1938 \u003cspan\u003eMarie-Louise Lanson de Nonancourt)\u003c\/span\u003e, and we cannot help but think that this has influenced the style – graceful, elegant and sophisticated. Of the larger maisons in champagne this is more subtle and understated in its profile. This may be to your preference and it is an affordable champagne label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePair this mineral driven delight with some Sushi - California rolls with crispy seaweed.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2018-03-06T17:24:56+11:00","created_at":"2017-09-08T12:44:50+10:00","vendor":"Laurent-Perrier","type":"Brut Nature","tags":["Brut nature","Club wines","Region: Tours-Sur-Marne","Taste: Aged 6 Years on Lees","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Flint","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Peach","Taste: white peach","Ultra brut","Under $100","Year: NV"],"price":10495,"price_min":10495,"price_max":10495,"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":739036299292,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"L_PERRIER_ULTRA_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":2588722331757,"product_id":63609995292,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-05-05T18:55:29+10:00","updated_at":"2018-05-05T18:55:49+10:00","alt":"Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut Nature Champagne","width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nature-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510549","variant_ids":[739036299292]},"available":true,"name":"Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut Nature - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":10495,"weight":1500,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":6,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"3258438420003","featured_media":{"alt":"Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut Nature Champagne","id":817184964717,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nature-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1569057097"}}}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nature-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510549"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nature-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1525510549","options":["Please Select"],"media":[{"alt":"Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut Nature Champagne","id":817184964717,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"width":540,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nature-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1569057097"},"aspect_ratio":0.5,"height":1080,"media_type":"image","src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/laurent-perrier-ultra-brut-nature-nv-champagne-image.jpg?v=1569057097","width":540}],"content":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Ultra Brut is bright and aromatic on the nose, some citrus notes, white peach and florals are noted with a light mineral flint. 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Some houses focus on the pinot noir grape in their champagnes which provides big, round and powerful cuvées and some houses focus on Chardonnay which provides more mineral drive, citrus and elegance. If you prefer the latter, then perhaps consider a bottle of Laurent-Perrier as your 'go-to' entertaining wine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis maison has a serious history but over the last 100 years has had a long line of influential women at its helm (\u003c\/span\u003eMathilde Emilie Perrier in 1812 and later in 1938 \u003cspan\u003eMarie-Louise Lanson de Nonancourt)\u003c\/span\u003e, and we cannot help but think that this has influenced the style – graceful, elegant and sophisticated. Of the larger maisons in champagne this is more subtle and understated in its profile. This may be to your preference and it is an affordable champagne label.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePair this mineral driven delight with some Sushi - California rolls with crispy seaweed.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

{"id":659875659804,"title":"Frerejean Frères Blanc de blancs Premier Cru","handle":"frerejean-freres-blanc-de-blancs-premier-cru","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Premier Cru chardonnay aged for 5 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Complex, rich, mineral yet juicy style of Blanc de blancs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e- Pair with Herb Roast chicken, green beans and scalloped potatoes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere is the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eB\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003elanc de Blancs from this exciting new house. All the fruit for this is sourced from Premier Cru sites along the Cote des Blancs including Grauves and highlights a moreish sense of chardonnay. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen we tasted this with co-founder of the house Rodolphe late 2017, we were quietly impressed with the expressive nature of this champagne. The nose presents aromas of acacia, apricot, hazelnut followed by warm butter on toast. We know this sounds fanciful, but there is a LOT going on here. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe taste shows richness and a creamy mousse with soft, almost pillowy texture. Flavours develop into pear, autumn apple and a smoky mineral finish. This is delicious!  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitals: \u003c\/strong\u003eAged 5 years on lees with a further year in bottle prior to release. Dosage sits at 7.5 grams per litre which makes it Brut. the base wine for this is from the 2012 harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"page\" title=\"Page 1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"section\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"layoutArea\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"column\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFounded in Avize, a village of Champagne ranked as a Grand Cru, the House of Frerejean Frères was established in 2005. Only 10 hectares in size, this boutique production aspires to preserve and respect the unique terroir, allowing the vines and the wines to express the power and the subtlety of the land. \u003c\/span\u003eThe Frerejean-Taittinger brothers grew up with love and respect for the Champagne tradition. Passionate for oenology, Guillaume, Richard and Rodolphe created their own House of Champagne. Rodolphe has a lot of flair and style and this is reflected in their champagnes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis truly is a gastronomic champagne and would pair with a wide range of dishes. The creamy nature and complex array of flavours would lend themselves well to a 'Fishermans Pie' which a mixture of different types of fish, layered with potatoes a bechamel sauce and a cheese crust. Scalloped potatoes with truffle and herbed roast chicken would also