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Always a complex assemblage: 35% 2003, and 65% of these vintages in roughly eq... Always a complex assemblage: 35% 2003, and 65% of these vintages in roughly equal proportions: ‘02, ‘01, ‘00, ‘99 and ‘96! Disgorged 1/06 and bottled with 7g.l. RS; violet and hyacinth aromas make you think of Riesling (as these wines often... more

Blend: 75% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay A blend of 80% Pinot Noir and the remain... Blend: 75% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay A blend of 80% Pinot Noir and the remainder Chardonnay, with 60% from the 2018 vintage and the rest from the 2016 vintage, the NV Champagne Mes Favorites Vieilles Vignes Brut takes on more dark fruits, but they... more

This Monthelie premier cru is situated opposite the others, between Volnay and... This Monthelie premier cru is situated opposite the others, between Volnay and the village. Les Duresses lies on the other side of the valley at the entrance to the Auxey-Duresses fault, in the continuation of Duresses in Auxey-Duresses. This parcel is... more

This Extra Brut vintage bottling is crafted from 50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Meu... This Extra Brut vintage bottling is crafted from 50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Meunier, and 10% Pinot Noir and is bottled with 3 g/L of dosage—and now with ten years of age on it, the wine’s complexity is truly soaring to next heights. more

The balance and freshness of Cremant d’Alsace come from the subtle match of ... The balance and freshness of Cremant d’Alsace come from the subtle match of the three grape varieties: Chardonnay for its vivacity & fruit, Pinot Blanc for its refined elegance and Pinot Noir for its persistence and subtle dark fruit. Clean and... more

#59 Wine Enthusiast Top 100 of 2020The Pyrenees Multi-Vintage Rosé provides a... #59 Wine Enthusiast Top 100 of 2020The Pyrenees Multi-Vintage Rosé provides a delicate salmon hue in the glass with a fine persistent bead. On the nose cherry and rosewater are complemented by red apple and sweet brioche. The palate is rich and... more

Pale gold in color with delicately toasty aromas alongside fruit and complexit... Pale gold in color with delicately toasty aromas alongside fruit and complexity. This wine is creamy and beautifully balanced with a dry, harmonious finish. Richly biscuity on the nose, with steamed rice, fresh pear and citrus blossom complexity.... more

Lallier Rosé is almost all grand cru juice. Grand Cru grapes from the areas o... Lallier Rosé is almost all grand cru juice. Grand Cru grapes from the areas of Aÿ, Bouzy and Avize are blended with Premier Cru grapes from Mareuil sur Aÿ to create this delightful, yet intense champagne. A blend of 80% current vintage wine with 20%... more

The Delamotte Brut is a fine wine that is powerful but not aggressive, with an... The Delamotte Brut is a fine wine that is powerful but not aggressive, with an agreeable freshness, supple roundness on the palate, and a clean and fruity finish. Pleasant, well-balanced, with a light golden color, this wine is mature and ready to... more

Brut Rosé Majeur is a blend of Chardonnay (51%), Pinot Noir (40%) and Pinot M... Brut Rosé Majeur is a blend of Chardonnay (51%), Pinot Noir (40%) and Pinot Meunier (9%). The very high proportion of Chardonnay and the ageing process result in a Champagne with remarkable finesse and elegance. Ayala currently owns 35 acres in... more

This has a many-hued color with strong pink tinges and fine bubbles. The nose ... This has a many-hued color with strong pink tinges and fine bubbles. The nose is fresh and direct, with aromas reminiscent of cherries, blackberries, pomegranates, and red currants. On the palate, the wine shows a deliciously full body that follows on... more

The fine and subtle bouquet reveals fruity and delicate notes of raspberries a... The fine and subtle bouquet reveals fruity and delicate notes of raspberries and wild strawberries. On the palate, it is velvety and deliciously fresh, as well as generous and well structured. The refined fruity aromas are intense and blend... more

The Signature Grand Cru reflects the true identity of the house. Its distinct ... The Signature Grand Cru reflects the true identity of the house. Its distinct aromatic structure combined with the minerality of a great terroir. The nose combines aromas of stewed pears and vine peaches, with a touch of torrefaction and aniseed. The... more

Réserve Brut is the result of a subtle marriage of three grape varieties. It ... Réserve Brut is the result of a subtle marriage of three grape varieties. It is a blend of seven distinct years, together beautifully balanced, a perfect harmony of richness, fruitiness and freshness. A genuine expression of terroir, a tribute to the... more

An expression of charm and seduction, the Thiénot Brut Rose Champagne is a su... An expression of charm and seduction, the Thiénot Brut Rose Champagne is a subtle blend of three Champagne grape varieties – Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Its beautiful pink color evokes the delicate flavor of summer raspberries. The... more

The Shaman series is Benoît’s NV line-up of wines, roughly consisting of 2/... 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

Commentary: The 2020 Chanson Pere & Fils Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru Les V... Commentary: The 2020 Chanson Pere & Fils Pernand-Vergelesses Premier Cru Les Vergelesses delivers superior staying power on the palate. Tasting Notes: This wine shines with aromas of berries, boysenberries, dried earth, and dried mushrooms. Try it with... more

This wine has a gorgeous pale salmon hue, and the nose imparts well-defined ar... This wine has a gorgeous pale salmon hue, and the nose imparts well-defined aromas of fresh Oregon strawberries, hibiscus tea, and lemon thyme. The fine mousse undulates across the palate carrying layers of texture and deliciousness. It is downright... more

Like the harmonious notes of a complex orchestral score, every stage of produc... Like the harmonious notes of a complex orchestral score, every stage of production has to be perfectly timed. Vintage Collection Dosage Zéro has no added liqueur d'expédition (the dosing syrup added in minimal amounts to the other Franciacortas... more

This Grand Cru Rosé Champagne features Chardonnay from Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger,... This Grand Cru Rosé Champagne features Chardonnay from Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger, Cramant, and Chouilly, plus 8% Pinot Noir from Bouzy. Intense freshness and minerality perfectly complement the citrus aromas, yellow cherry notes, and deep, velvety palate.... more