Champagne
Champagne, the epitome of elegance and celebration, is widely regarded as the pinnacle of sparkling wines. As one of the most prestigious wine regions in the world, Champagne has captured the hearts of wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs with its exceptional quality, refined craftsmanship, and iconic vineyards.
Historically, Champagne has been dominated by some world-acclaimed Champagne House, which source grapes and harvest from Champagne growers. These famous Grandes Marques include Louis Roederer (Cristal), Dom Pérignon, Krug, Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, and Bollinger, all of them are revered for their notable names that display unrivalled winemaking prestige and pedigree.
In the recent decade, the emerging Grower Champagne trend in Champagne is shaking up the industry by challenging the dominance of the big Champagne houses. These small-scale producers, also known as "Récoltant-Manipulant" or RM, grow their own grapes and produce their own Champagne, showcasing the unique terroir and character of their vineyards. Jacques Selosse, Ulysse Collin, and Champagne Vilmart & Cie are among the most prominent names in this trend, producing some truly artisanal and terroir-driven Champagnes.
Champagne is primarily made from three main grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. These grapes are carefully selected and blended to create a harmonious and complex flavour profile. Chardonnay contributes elegance, freshness, and finesse, while Pinot Noir adds structure, depth, and fruitiness. Pinot Meunier brings a touch of roundness and vibrancy to the blend.
The region of Champagne is divided into several distinct sub-regions, including Montagne de Reims, Côte des Blancs, and Vallée de la Marne. Each sub-region has its unique terroir, characterized by variations in soil composition and microclimates, which influence the style and character of the wines produced.
Champagne offers various styles, from non-vintage blends to vintage cuvées and prestigious prestige cuvées. While Non-vintage Champagnes typically epitomise the house style, the vintage Champagnes are made from grapes harvested in one particular year (top vintages such as 1996, 2002, 2008 etc), in which these wines showcase the unique characteristics of the specific vintage.
The prestige cuvées, often the flagship wines of the renowned Champagne houses, are the pinnacle of excellence. These exceptional Champagnes are created using the finest grapes, the most meticulous winemaking techniques and often benefit from extended ageing to achieve unparalleled complexity and finesse.
Champagne is synonymous with celebration, elegance, and luxury. Its effervescent charm and timeless appeal have made it the drink of choice for countless special occasions and memorable moments. With its rich history, iconic vineyards, and unrivalled quality, Champagne continues to captivate wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike.
Champagne
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A family-run Champagne house with a history dating back to 1878, many of the grapes grown by Maison Bénard Pitois are bought by Bollinger but they keep selected parcels from their 1er Cru vines in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ to create this excellent value Brut Réserve and their other releases.
Made from a blend of 60% Pinot and 40% Chardonnay, it was aged for 30 months on lees, double the usual Non-Vintage ageing period of 15 months, and elegant brioche and almond complexity really shines through. It was also partly aged in wooden barrels, which has given it the richness..
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Vinous (95)
The 2014 Extra-Brut Le Cran (50% Pinot Noir, 50% Chardonnay) is fabulous. It marries the energy of the vintage with terrific mid-palate presence and overall depth. Dried pear, spice, menthol chamomile and lightly floral honey all meld together in a Chardonnay of real depth and textural resonance. Dosage is 4 grams per liter. Disgorged: July, 2021.保税价格￥ 3,645.00 -
Discover the unparalleled elegance of Bereche Cran Ludes 2015, a pristine collector's item meticulously aged in the heart of France's Champagne region. Fondly crafted by the expert hands at Maison Bereche et Fils, a family-owned winery with a rich heritage spanning five generations, its distinctive character embodies the spirit of precision and passion.
A blend of 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, the Bereche Cran Ludes 2015 boasts an enticing balance of vitality and grace. This stunning vintage has been raised in old oak barrels, exalting a superb depth of flavour, delicately augmented by the terroir's chalky soils.
An expression of refined complexity, Bereche Cran Ludes 2015 dances on the palate with cascading layers of crisp fruits, intermingled with subtle pastry notes. Inviting effervescence underscores a persistent finish, elevating the tasting experience to a sublime climax. Relish the prestige of this exemplary champagne, a testament to superb French viticulture.
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Vinous (91)
The 2015 Rilly La Montagne, 100% Pinot Noir, is soft, supple and forward. Exotic floral notes, passion fruit, chamomile and spice grace this pretty, open-knit Champagne. My impression is that the 2015 is going to be more rewarding over the near and medium-term rather than over a longer period of time. Dosage is 4.8 grams per liter. Disgorged: February 7, 2019.保税价格￥ 6,430.00 -
Vinous (94)
The 2016 Rilly La Montagne, 100% Pinot Noir, possesses striking inner perfume and tons of sheer allure. Medium in body and gracious, the Rilly has much to offer. It is not especially vinous, as the Bérêche wines can be, but rather a Champagne that impresses with the understated finesse and persistence that come from this relatively high altitude site. Kirsch, Mirabelle plum, mint, spice and dried rose petal are some of the many aromas and flavors that emerge. The Rilly has so much to offer. Dosage is 3 grams per liter. Disgorged: January, 2020.保税价格￥ 6,430.00 -
Hailing from the esteemed traditional Champagne house of Collet in France, the Collet Brut Art Deco 1er Cru NV is a luxuriant blend of grand and premier cru vineyards. Aged in a vat and small oak casks for a minimum of four years, this quintessential Champagne produced from premier cru villages showcases a delightful combination of Pinot Noir (40%), Chardonnay (40%), and Pinot Meunier (20%) grapes. Celebrating the exquisite flavours of the Roaring Twenties, Art Deco reflects a harmony of brioche, fruit, and subtle oak aroma, bringing forth a rich, yet refreshing, character.
Connoisseurs will savour the Collet Brut Art Deco 1er Cru NV's skillful and well-balanced approach with each sip, characterised by its beautiful richness, and depth of flavour. An exquisite representation of the Maison's art of assembling, this Champagne truly stands as a testament to Collet's commitment to excellence.
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L'Aphrodisiaque 2016 is a marriage of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir vinified entirely in older oak barrels of at least 15 vintages.保税价格￥ 11,090.00 -
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L'Apotre Blanc de Blancs 2014 which is certainly the star of his cellar, is a single-vineyard Blanc de Blancs (100% Chardonnay) from old vines planted by his grandfather in 1946. The wine is vinified in oak barrel which lend this Champagne a powerful vinous character.保税价格￥ 11,450.00 -
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Exquisite and expressive, the Dhondt-Grellet Blanc de Blancs Les Nogers 1er Cru Extra Brut 2012 is an eye-catching Champagne, epitomising the height of the Champagne region's terroir. Hailing from the esteemed vineyards of Les Nogers in the Côte des Blancs, it is the fruit of the meticulous workmanship of Adrien Dhondt, a representative of the young generation of meticulous vignerons. Infused in the rich soils of Chardonnay-dominant vineyards, the wine is meticulously vinified using a method of perpetual blending, ageing on lees for seven years before its release. The Champagne reveals an unmatched depth and complexity, packed with notes of yellow stone fruit, fresh brioche and mineral zest, balanced by a riveting acidity that assures a splendid finish. A sublime manifestation of the Dhondt-Grellet`s dedication to purity and precision, the Blanc de Blancs Les Nogers 1er Cru Extra Brut 2012 is an outstanding choice for the discerning wine aficionado.
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Discover the Dhondt-Grellet Blanc de Blancs Les Nogers 1er Cru Extra Brut 2017, a stunning vintage of Artisan champagne handcrafted by the revered Dhondt-Grellet family. This dazzling extra brut, crafted entirely from Chardonnay fruit, hails from the esteemed 1er Cru vineyards of Les Nogers in the heart of the Côte des Blancs. 2017 yielded a singularly expressive wine marked by its precise balance, startling depth and palpable minerality.
Champagnes from Dhondt-Grellet are celebrated for their pure, terroir-driven character and this offering is no exception. Pulled from only the first press of the grapes, the wine's crisp, luscious notes of citrus blossom, honeyed pear, and brioche beautifully encapsulate the richness of the family's traditional winemaking methods. The prestigious yet humble house of Dhondt-Grellet chips away at crafting their own unique brand of excellence with league as an emerging quality producer in the region.
Sublime as an aperitif, the Dhondt-Grellet Blanc de Blancs Les Nogers 1er Cru Extra Brut 2017 is equally comfortable anchoring a sophisticated dinner party.
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Exuding timeless elegance, Dhondt-Grellet Blanc de Blancs Les Nogers 1er Cru Extra Brut 2018 is a truly exquisite example of the profound depth and complexity of fine French champagne. This extraordinary vintage was meticulously crafted in the picturesque grand cru village of Cramant, a respected champagne stronghold in the heart of Côte des Blancs.
Produced by the esteemed Dhondt-Grellet family, who boast five generations of unrivalled viticulture heritage, this radiant blanc de blancs exhibits the fullest expression of the region's noble Chardonnay grape. Handpicked and fermented using only indigenous yeasts, this fine wine is beautifully balanced, exhibiting notes of lemon zest, white flowers, and green apple, with a graceful effervescence and a minerally undercurrent.
The Dhondt-Grellet Blanc de Blancs Les Nogers 1er Cru Extra Brut 2018 was aged to perfection on lees for 36 months, achieving an unparalleled texture and depth, securing its place as a cherished crown jewel of the Côte des Blancs.
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Wine Advocate (96+)
Disgorged in January 2021 with two grams per liter dosage, the 2015 Extra-Brut Premier Cru Clos de l'Abbaye has turned out brilliantly. Wafting from the glass with aromas of citrus oil, warm bread and honeycomb that are still a little reserved after its recent disgorgement, this is a full-bodied, layered and concentrated Champagne that's vinous and textural, displaying notable depth and mid-palate amplitude that's framed by lively acids and an enlivening pinpoint mousse, concluding with a long resonant finish. As I've written before, this cuvée derives from a walled 0.4-hectare plot of 60-year-old cordon-pruned vines just behind the winery in Vertus, and only the first and second "serres" of the press are used.保税价格￥ 6,825.00 -
Vinous (94)
The NV Vieilles Vignes de Vrigny (Meunier) is one of the best vintages of this cuvée I can remember tasting. Bright and finely cut, the Vieilles Vignes sizzles with tension from start to finish. Dried pear, spice, crushed rocks, mint and white pepper all race out of the glass. Meunier has rarely been so refined, so nuanced. Give this a year or two to unwind. Dosage is 2 grams per liter. Disgorged: September, 2022.保税价格￥ 3,350.00 -
Wine Advocate (92)
From vins clairs vinified in 500-liter barrels, the 2018 Extra Brut Premier Cru Le Mont des Chrétiens offers up youthfully reductive aromas of pear, spices, white flowers and praline. Full-bodied, rich and fleshy, with lively acids and saline finish, it largely conceals its 13.6% alcohol, but it remains something of a heavyweight.保税价格￥ 6,015.00 -
Wine Advocate (94)
The 2018 Extra Brut Premier Cru Le Mont Benoit unwinds in the glass with scents of orange oil, nectarine and peach mingled with hints of white flowers, buttery pastry and frangipane. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and precise, with a racy spine of acidity and a fine-boned, elegant profile, it concludes with a bright, chalky finish.保税价格￥ 6,135.00 -
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Vinous (95+)
The 2015 Brut Nature Les Chênes, 100% Chardonnay, is dense and powerful from the very first taste. Soaring aromatics literally explode from the glass. Vivid and dazzling in its beauty, the 2015 possesses extraordinary intensity in every dimension. Vincent Laval opened this bottle à la volée, but does not expect to add any dosage, so this note should be quite representative of the final commercial release. Chardonnay is rarely this deep, complex or pedigreed.保税价格￥ 17,455.00 -
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Vinous (96)
Kirsch, blood orange, dried autumn leaves, mint and Mirabelle plum give the NV Extra-Brut Mareuil-sur-Aÿ Sous Le Mont (2013) a wild, exotic bouquet that is immensely alluring. The Mareuil is always a bit unruly, but over the last few releases it has gained just a bit more finesse than in the past. This is such a great expression of Pinot Noir. Disgorged: February 25, 2020.保税价格￥ 7,550.00 -
Vinous (96)
Kirsch, blood orange, dried autumn leaves, mint and Mirabelle plum give the NV Extra-Brut Mareuil-sur-Aÿ Sous Le Mont (2013) a wild, exotic bouquet that is immensely alluring. The Mareuil is always a bit unruly, but over the last few releases it has gained just a bit more finesse than in the past. This is such a great expression of Pinot Noir. Disgorged: February 25, 2020.保税价格￥ 19,280.00 -
Vinous (96)
Kirsch, blood orange, dried autumn leaves, mint and Mirabelle plum give the NV Extra-Brut Mareuil-sur-Aÿ Sous Le Mont (2013) a wild, exotic bouquet that is immensely alluring. The Mareuil is always a bit unruly, but over the last few releases it has gained just a bit more finesse than in the past. This is such a great expression of Pinot Noir. Disgorged: February 25, 2020.保税价格￥ 31,420.00
