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 PérignonKrug, 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 SelosseUlysse 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.



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Discover the opulence of Bereche et Fils Reflet d'Antan NV, a superior sparkling wine crafted from champagnes residing in the cellars since 1985. Anchored in the fertile soils of Ludes, in the heart of Champagne, France, the Bereche family boasts five generations of artisanal winemaking expertise. This non-vintage creation, predominantly Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier, is regularly enriched with small proportions of aged wine, conferring complexity and depth.

The wine is meticulously produced through traditional methods, including manual harvesting, natural fermentation, and extended ageing. Its golden hue hints at a nose rich with brioche and ripe fruit notes, transitioning to a harmonious blend of minerality and freshness on the palate. Bereche et Fils Reflet d'Antan NV exemplifies an artful balance, revealing an undulating conversation between youthful vivacity and mature subtlety. A true jewel amongst champagnes that captures the timeless elegance and craft of the Bereche domaine.

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Imbued with a legendary ancestry steeped in Champagne’s rich history, Gaspard Brochet 333.b Brut Nature NV is a testament to fine artisanal production. Handcrafted meticulously in Villers-Franqueux, a region famed for its prestigious grape-growing land, each bottle encapsulates the harmonious character of its terroir. Gaspard Brochet's astute dedication to biodynamic farming is the genesis of its distinct taste profile, crafting an exceptional balance of freshness and depth. This Brut Nature NV is meticulously aged, using the traditional Champagne method, to embody the perfect mélange of fruit and complexity. Upon tasting, Gaspard Brochet 333.b Brut Nature NV features distinct notes of lemon tart, pear and biscuit, and lingering honeyed finish is indisputably memorable. A bottle of Gaspard Brochet 333.b Brut Nature NV is more than just a beverage: it's the embodiment of a centuries-old tradition, nourished by the land, and lovingly nurtured to give you a divine tasting experience.

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Very vibrant, a bit of a brisk wake-up call. A cold shower of a wine! But very good zestiness. Very, very clean. Lovely aperitif, lots of character. Not that long though.
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The 2009 Cristal is a beauty, with incredible richness as well as elegance, which are the hallmarks of this cuvée. Always a rough blend of 60/40 Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from estate vineyards, it has a toasty, yet pure bouquet of stone fruits, rising bread, white flowers, and toasted bread, as well as a terrific sense of chalky minerality. While it’s not built around sheer richness and power (à la Krug), it’s perfectly balanced, has a fine, fine mousse, and shines for its class and purity. Bravo! It’s going to keep for another two decades.
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