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Les Vignobles de France | Vins de Champagne By: Remy Hetreau Date of Original:... Les Vignobles de France | Vins de Champagne By: Remy Hetreau Date of Original: 1954 - Fine Print Reproduction of a Mid-Century Vintage Wine Map of the Champagne Region of France. more

"This Champagne is a blend of some 30 Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyards, res... "This Champagne is a blend of some 30 Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyards, respectively 40% and 60% of the total, from several harvests of perfectly ripened grapes. Bright and lively, this is one of my favorite non vintage Bruts. Crisp and balanced,... more

"A pretty pale golden yellow in color rippling with fine, persistent bubbles. ... "A pretty pale golden yellow in color rippling with fine, persistent bubbles. Bright, luminous and limpid. The nose evokes happiness - a lively alliance of delicious floral and fruity notes, of acacia, hawthorn, peach, pear and apricot. The taste is... more

"The vibration of the fruit on a crystalline purity. An impression of freshnes... "The vibration of the fruit on a crystalline purity. An impression of freshness that is almost tactile. Silky tannins enriched by the slow rotation of the lees. The robe is a beautiful, brilliant rosé. On the nose, red fruit aromas: Burlat,... more

"Blend: 70% Meunier, 30% Pinot Noir The NV Champagne Blanc de Blancs L'Esquiss... "Blend: 70% Meunier, 30% Pinot Noir The NV Champagne Blanc de Blancs L'Esquisse Extra Brut is remarkably fragrant on the nose, fresh and free from oxidation, offering notes of pineapple, lemon curd, flowers, wet stones, and spearmint. Medium to... more

"To the Eye A sophisticated powdery pink robe with luminous glints of wild ros... "To the Eye A sophisticated powdery pink robe with luminous glints of wild rose. Delicate, vivacious bubbles are the result of an ageing period or 36 months. To the Nose A base of 20% of reserve wines, white and red, give this rose blend a subtle,... more

"A beautiful, golden yellow colour. Complex, aromatic nose revealing hints of ... "A beautiful, golden yellow colour. Complex, aromatic nose revealing hints of white flower, with hints of honey, green apple and toast. Crisp, elegant structure on the palate, where the fine texture of the bubbles complements the wine naturally.... more

"The Côte des Blancs lies south of Epernay and is the source for many top cuvé... "The Côte des Blancs lies south of Epernay and is the source for many top cuvée & vintage Champagnes for houses of all sizes. The vineyards are mostly situated on east facing slopes and 95% of the vines are the Chardonnay varietal (hence, the Côte... more

"A bountiful, seductive semi-dry Champagne that exhibits a sweet nose of cherr... "A bountiful, seductive semi-dry Champagne that exhibits a sweet nose of cherry pie and jasmine. Delightfully fruity and full, with sweet, lacy layers of red fruits and candied ginger on the palate. This \"delicacy cuvée\" is in every way pleasing,... more

"Radiant hues of pale gold burst from the fine effervescent bubbles. Crisp not... "Radiant hues of pale gold burst from the fine effervescent bubbles. Crisp notes of lychee and pear dissolve into the sweet aroma of custard as the champagne unfolds. A true sensory journey, Blanc de Blanc unveils the brightness of white fruits then... more

"Initially showing a very fresh bouquet of high toned fruits with hints of haz... "Initially showing a very fresh bouquet of high toned fruits with hints of hazelnuts and yeasty aromas, the Grande Réserve cuvée displays highly structured red fruit notes on the palate for which the area is so famous. Long lees aging, low dosage... more

"The Shaman series is Benoît’s NV line-up of wines, roughly consisting of 2/3’... "The Shaman series is Benoît’s NV line-up of wines, roughly consisting of 2/3’s Pinot Noir and 1/3rd Chardonnay, depending on the year, and is entirely from Grand Cru parcels. These cuvée’s were originally labeled Elements, but due to some... more

"Delicate, effervescent pale pink color. On the first nose licorice flavors ap... "Delicate, effervescent pale pink color. On the first nose licorice flavors appear which characterize Pinot Noir with a good maturity. Then red fruit fragrances of strawberry and cherry appear in a subtly sweet and sensual way. On the palate a very... more

"Grapes from organically farmed, hand-harvested estate vines across 63 parcels... "Grapes from organically farmed, hand-harvested estate vines across 63 parcels in 4 villages near Oeuilly in the Vallée de la Marne. The main focus of Benoît Tarlant's approach the rosé is making the perfect Pinot Noir, which makes up nearly half of... more

"The finest imaginable mousse, continues with a classic toasty nose and ends w... "The finest imaginable mousse, continues with a classic toasty nose and ends with a palate that is taut, creamy and saline. Borne of 50 year-old vines densely planted, it needs no dosage. Disgorged this very morning a la volée, this Crémant d’Alsace... more

"This is a fresh and vivacious style, showing powerful aromas of red fruit (ra... "This is a fresh and vivacious style, showing powerful aromas of red fruit (raspberry, redcurrant) and showing fine bubbles and pale rosé color. Ideally for an aperitif but it will also match perfectly desserts made with red fruit and chocolate.*The... more

"The Sainte Anne cuvée expresses the character of wines from the various soils... "The Sainte Anne cuvée expresses the character of wines from the various soils of Merfy, with each plot contributing its identity to the blend, revealing opulent textures on the palate that evolve into a salivating bitterness from the sandy soils... more

"The Carte d'Or cuvée is the very expression of the Drappier style. With its v... "The Carte d'Or cuvée is the very expression of the Drappier style. With its very high proportion of Pinot Noir, one is almost tasting a Blanc de Noirs. Champagne with a fine aromatic richness, it opens with aromas of stoned fruits such as white... more

"A selection of Chardonnay fruit from Grand Cru-rated vineyards in Avize, Oger... "A selection of Chardonnay fruit from Grand Cru-rated vineyards in Avize, Oger and Cramant. Pinot Noir from Verzenay added as a dry red wine. Lacy and refined, with wonderful notes of summer berry and stone fruit, blood orange rind and light spice.... more

"A blend of Pinot Noir and Meunier, this is a ripe, lightly textured Champagne... "A blend of Pinot Noir and Meunier, this is a ripe, lightly textured Champagne. Its acidity marries with the dosage in a wine that is open and ready to drink." more