Name: Drappier Millésime Exception 2012
Brand: Drappier
SKU: DRAPPIER_2012
Price: 124.99 AUD
Availability: InStock

Palmer & Co.

Palmer & Co. Brut Réserve

Brut

NV

Club Price $84.55 (?)

$89.99

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Bollinger

Bollinger La Grande Annee '08

Vintage

2008

Club Price $227.05 (?)

$239.99

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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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Philippe Fourrier

Philippe Fourrier Prestige Cuvée

Blanc de Blancs

NV

Club Price $84.55 (?)

$89.99

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Mathilde is familiar with the Australian market and landscape after spending a considerable period of time here in 2016 learning about her market. Young and extremely passionate Julien Fourrier has taken over the wine making reins and is producing some quality cuvees. This is truly a family affair and a great example of a grower champagne from the south who is marking their mark globally. These wines are exceptional good quality and great value. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing a richer champagne, this would play nicely with a fishermans pie, complete with blue eye cod, smoked haddock and the like. 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Instead it has elegant nose showing white fleshy pear and some toasted almond.  The mouthfeel is full and rich with a long lasting finish, leaving some warm brioche character coming through. Dosage sits at 10 g\/L which does suit this richer style. Aged for a minimum of 4 years on lees which adds to its complexity and body.\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 Cote de Bar. Mathilde is familiar with the Australian market and landscape after spending a considerable period of time here in 2016 learning about her market. Young and extremely passionate Julien Fourrier has taken over the wine making reins and is producing some quality cuvees. 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Billecart-Salmon

Billecart-Salmon Grand Cru Brut

Blanc de Blancs

NV

Club Price $121.60 (?)

$128.99

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The nose exhibits lifted citrus combined with white peach, warm croissant, whipped cream, almond nougat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn to the palate is a swathe of soft, creamy mousse with a fine bead indicating its' time in the cellar. After some time in the glass the fruits develop into fresh apple and pear and the finish is long with the hallmark minerality associated with the Côtes des Blancs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOne of the leading families of Champagne, this medium sized, high quality domain is one to be admired. Billecart-Salmon (Pronounced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ebeel-kahr sahl-moh) have a fresh, clean and elegant style. They champion the use of the meunier grape which is often added to other cuvees without fanfare in other houses. The absolutely pristine wine making facilities located in Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ are overseen by multiple generations of the family as well as chef winemaker Francois Domi. The house purposely ferments at a lower temperature elongating the ferment to weeks and not days as can be standard in champagne, which helps capture the pristine nature of the fruit. Every step of the wine making process at the house is artful, right down to the precision of the dosage which is unique for every disgorgement conducted in batches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient vineyards from 4 villages of Cotes des Blancs (Avize, Cramant, Chouilly, Mesnil sur Oger). One-third fermentation in Burgundy oak barrels of 228 litres (barrels aged around 10 years old), the other part in a stainless steel vat. The dosage sits at 6 g\/l residual sugar. Aged for a total of 5 years which is well beyond the 15 month minimum for non-vintage hence the hefty price tag of this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2017-09-06T12:35:19+10:00","created_at":"2017-09-06T12:37:29+10:00","vendor":"Billecart-Salmon","type":"Blanc de Blancs","tags":["$100-200","Avize","Blanc de blancs","Brut","Burgundy oak","chardonnay-dominant","Chouilly","Cool fermentation","Cramant","Edited For You","Family Owned","Grand Cru","Kyri's Selection","Mesnil-Sur-Oger","Negociant-Manipulant","Partial barrel Fermentation","Region: Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ","Taste: Chardonnay Dominant","Taste: Citrus","Taste: Creamy","Taste: Fresh","Taste: Mineral","Taste: Reserve wines","Taste: Stainless Steel Fermentation","Taste: Texture","Taste: White Peach","Year: NV"],"price":12899,"price_min":12899,"price_max":12899,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":13799,"compare_at_price_min":13799,"compare_at_price_max":13799,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":652371689500,"title":"Single","option1":"Single","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"BILLE_GC_BRUT_SGL","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":{"id":3753625583725,"product_id":59743961116,"position":1,"created_at":"2018-07-26T08:25:14+10:00","updated_at":"2018-07-26T08:25:14+10:00","alt":null,"width":540,"height":1080,"src":"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Blanc-de-Blanc-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532557514","variant_ids":[652371689500]},"available":true,"name":"Billecart-Salmon Grand Cru Brut - Single","public_title":"Single","options":["Single"],"price":12899,"weight":1670,"compare_at_price":13799,"inventory_quantity":8,"inventory_management":"shopify","inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"3113945740508"}],"images":["\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Blanc-de-Blanc-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532557514"],"featured_image":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1922\/1617\/products\/Billecart-Blanc-de-Blanc-Champagne-Emperor.jpg?v=1532557514","options":["Please select"],"content":"\u003cp\u003e- 100% Blanc de blancs from Grand Cru vineyards\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Aged partly in oak and stainless steel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Would suit pan-fried fish fillets with lemon butter sauce and a creamy mash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the mid-nineties, Antoine Roland-Billecart had a vision which was to make a blanc de blancs and proposed that they make one to his Father, Francois.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs Antoine recalled the story, his father looked at him in disbelief and essentially said, \"if you want to make it, go and source the fruit yourself, there's barely enough for our own production!\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeing up for the challenge, Antoine spent the next several years finding excellent parcels along the prestigious grand crus of the Côtes des Blancs and in 1997 he produced his vision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a masterpiece of chardonnay tapestry weaving in the different characteristics of each cru. The nose exhibits lifted citrus combined with white peach, warm croissant, whipped cream, almond nougat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn to the palate is a swathe of soft, creamy mousse with a fine bead indicating its' time in the cellar. After some time in the glass the fruits develop into fresh apple and pear and the finish is long with the hallmark minerality associated with the Côtes des Blancs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOne of the leading families of Champagne, this medium sized, high quality domain is one to be admired. Billecart-Salmon (Pronounced \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ebeel-kahr sahl-moh) have a fresh, clean and elegant style. They champion the use of the meunier grape which is often added to other cuvees without fanfare in other houses. The absolutely pristine wine making facilities located in Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ are overseen by multiple generations of the family as well as chef winemaker Francois Domi. The house purposely ferments at a lower temperature elongating the ferment to weeks and not days as can be standard in champagne, which helps capture the pristine nature of the fruit. Every step of the wine making process at the house is artful, right down to the precision of the dosage which is unique for every disgorgement conducted in batches. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Suggestion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAncient vineyards from 4 villages of Cotes des Blancs (Avize, Cramant, Chouilly, Mesnil sur Oger). One-third fermentation in Burgundy oak barrels of 228 litres (barrels aged around 10 years old), the other part in a stainless steel vat. The dosage sits at 6 g\/l residual sugar. Aged for a total of 5 years which is well beyond the 15 month minimum for non-vintage hence the hefty price tag of this wine.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

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Devaux

Devaux Cuvée D Brut Rosé

Rosé

NV

Club Price $84.55 (?)

$89.99

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There, we said it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinot noir 55% from Côte des Bar (with 10 % red addition) and Chardonnay 45% coming from the Côte des Blancs. First pressing juices only from selected vineyards including a majority of «Coeur de cuvée» pressing juices. It is also a low dosage at 6 g\/l.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e---------------------------------------------------------------------------------\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\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"This marries strawberry and cherry fruits with subtly complex pastry and grilled nuts to fine effect. The palate has a toast thread that feeds through a long, fleshy and elegant finish.\u003cbr\u003e A really polished, great Champagne.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\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\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 the far south of Champagne in an area known as the Cotes des Bar, 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\/span\u003e\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. It is a really well produced range of wines which will totally satisfy your guests at a soiree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp field=\"recipename\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWe're thinking of a good ol' fashioned Prawn Cocktail but perhaps a bit fancier, a là Heston Blumenthal. Schmancy sauce, King or Tiger prawns and crisp iceberg lettuce. 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We could swear from the light salmon-orange colour and that savoury yet fragrant raspberry, redcurrant and faint white pepper that we were drinking a Provençal style Rosé with bubbles. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a subtle and elegant style with lots of soft red fruit charm and graceful acidity. Great sensation on the tongue with the extended aging providing plenty of mouthfeel, texture and freshness at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you enjoy juicy, savoury styles of Rosé then dive into this with some friends. This is on par with any Grande Marque Rosé and in some instances better. There, we said it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePinot noir 55% from Côte des Bar (with 10 % red addition) and Chardonnay 45% coming from the Côte des Blancs. First pressing juices only from selected vineyards including a majority of «Coeur de cuvée» pressing juices. 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The palate has a toast thread that feeds through a long, fleshy and elegant finish.\u003cbr\u003e A really polished, great Champagne.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\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\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 the far south of Champagne in an area known as the Cotes des Bar, where big luscious pinot noir fruit is the hero. 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Devaux

Devaux Cuvée D Aged 5 years

Brut

NV

Club Price $72.20 (?)

$76.99

{"id":61907533852,"title":"Devaux Cuvée D Aged 5 years","handle":"devaux-cuvee-d-brut-nv","description":"\u003cp\u003eCuvee D is a cut above the rest of the Devaux range. All the pinot noir is proudly sourced from the Cotes des Bar comprising 60% of the blend, with the balance being chardonnay and no meunier. It has spent 5 years in the cellar in addition to the very rich addition of solera aged reserve wines at 40% spanning 2002-2011. Expect soft, round and plush pinot flavours with less acidity than say a blanc de blancs, but more body and depth. Fruits here are red fig, stewed apple and caramel notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\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 the far south of Champagne in an area known as the Cotes des Bar, 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\/span\u003e\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. It is a really well produced range of wines which will totally satisfy your guests at a soiree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp field=\"recipename\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eThere is real power in the pinot coming from the Cotes des Bar, which can handle some richer and more exotic flavours. 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All the pinot noir is proudly sourced from the Cotes des Bar comprising 60% of the blend, with the balance being chardonnay and no meunier. It has spent 5 years in the cellar in addition to the very rich addition of solera aged reserve wines at 40% spanning 2002-2011. Expect soft, round and plush pinot flavours with less acidity than say a blanc de blancs, but more body and depth. Fruits here are red fig, stewed apple and caramel notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the house\u003c\/h2\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 the far south of Champagne in an area known as the Cotes des Bar, 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\/span\u003e\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. It is a really well produced range of wines which will totally satisfy your guests at a soiree.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood suggestion\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp field=\"recipename\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eThere is real power in the pinot coming from the Cotes des Bar, which can handle some richer and more exotic flavours. Try Middle Eastern spiced duck liver paté with pomegranate and fresh fig.\u003c\/p\u003e"}

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Drappier

Drappier Signature Blanc de Blancs

Blanc de Blancs

NV

Club Price $83.60 (?)

$88.99

{"id":1488094068845,"title":"Drappier Signature Blanc de Blancs","handle":"drappier-blanc-de-blancs-brut-nv","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHere's something to freshen up your day. Lively chardonnay comprises 95% of this wine with the rest being one of the original and almost forgotten grape varieties, known as 'Blanc Vrai' or Pinot Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe nose suggests juicy white peach and fresh pear with some added floral notes such as jasmine thanks to the Pinot Blanc. The sensation is very mineral-driven, with pleasant biscuit and cream showing a supple and seductive finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe are thrilled to have such a wine in our midst and you should show this off to your friends at your next dinner party. The forgotten grape is always a great conversation starter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical notes \u003c\/strong\u003e\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\"\u003eAssemblage – 100% of the wines are made in stainless steel vats in order to preserve as much freshness as possible. 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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. 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Lively chardonnay comprises 95% of this wine with the rest being one of the original and almost forgotten grape varieties, known as 'Blanc Vrai' or Pinot Blanc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe nose suggests juicy white peach and fresh pear with some added floral notes such as jasmine thanks to the Pinot Blanc. The sensation is very mineral-driven, with pleasant biscuit and cream showing a supple and seductive finish. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWe are thrilled to have such a wine in our midst and you should show this off to your friends at your next dinner party. The forgotten grape is always a great conversation starter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical notes \u003c\/strong\u003e\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. 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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 cuvées, they have a range including a ‘Sulphur 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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp field=\"recipename\" itemprop=\"name\"\u003eWe are still pondering this. Please check back later...\u003c\/p\u003e"}

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