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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Champagne | 13 | - |
Inc. TAX
€1,829.77 |
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Michel Fallon, Brigitte Fallon Avysia Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, Avize NV is a regal apex of bubbling perfection. Expertly crafted in the esteemed Grand Cru village of Avize, France, this noble wine demonstrates the prowess of grower-producers Michel and Brigitte Fallon. Crafted purely from Chardonnay, it defines the essence of its terroir with vibrant minerality, structure, and elegance. Employing traditional methods combined with careful viticultural practices, the Fallons succeed in encapsulating the very soul of the Chardonnay grape. On the palate, it reveals precise, intense flavours of ripe fruits, brioche, and vanilla, underpinned by a thrilling acidity that whispers of its maritime origins. A triumph of Old World craftsmanship, 'Michel Fallon, Brigitte Fallon Avysia Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, Avize NV' is a toast to the timeless tradition of exquisite French Champagne. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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€1,970.26 |
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The Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Dark Jewel Brut Rose 2002 exemplifies the grandeur of the legendary Champagne house, Moet & Chandon. Crafted in the eponymous region of Champagne, France, this vintage rose bubbly is the product of rigorous selection process and the unique expression of the 2002 harvest. Utilising predominantly Pinot Noir grapes, its vibrant hue is a testament of meticulous assemblage and extended ageing in chalk cellars, embodying the audacious spirit of Dom Perignon. Ebullient and rich, it reveals itself in waves with radiant bouquet of strawberry, fig and spices, intriguing the palate. Its immense depth, complexity and silky persistence make this stunning offering the true Dark Jewel. A culmination of careful winemaking expertise and exceptional terroirs, Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Dark Jewel Brut Rose 2002 is an epitome of the house's enduring winemaking finesse and unassailable quality. |
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Champagne | 2 | - |
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€1,337.89 |
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Renowned for its impeccable elegance, Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Michael Riedel Rose 2004 is a marvel in the world of fine wines. Born from the opulent vineyards of Champagne, France, this effervescent rosé exhibits the distinct signatures of Dom Perignon's lineage. A remarkable collaboration between Dom Perignon and renowned artist Michael Riedel, this vintage is a testament to the mastery of assemblage. Crafted from meticulously selected Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, it spent a minimum of seven years in Dom Perignon's cellars, intensifying its complexities and depth. The result is a vibrant salmon-hued rosé, bursting with notes of wild strawberries, orange zest, and smoky minerality. This Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Michael Riedel Rose 2004 is encased in a Michael Riedel designed bottle, a perfect interplay of art and indulgence. This wine commands celebration and prestige, perfect for those who appreciate a delectable balance of artistry, sophistication, and unparalleled quality. |
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Champagne | 3 | - |
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€1,273.92 |
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Champagne | 5 | - |
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€1,697.89 |
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Tantalise your taste buds with the Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Tokujin Yoshioka Rose 2005, a resplendent expression of craftsmanship and refinement. Hailing from the fertile soils of Épernay, the heart of Champagne, France, it is a masterful amalgamation of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The year 2005 was characterised by contrasted weather, bestowing complexity and intensity to the grapes. Resting in the Moet & Chandon cellars for no less than twelve years, this Rose has attained a perfect maturity, brimming with distinctive ripe berry and cocoa notes. An exquisite collaboration with Japanese artist Tokujin Yoshioka, the aesthetic also evokes an enchanting element. The luminosity of the bottle, crisscrossed with vibrations, awakened by the bright rose colour of the wine, reflects the sensorial experience enclosed within. With each sip of Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Tokujin Yoshioka Rose 2005, evoke the essence of sophistication, a must for discerning palates. |
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Champagne | 1 | 89 (WS) |
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€512.81 |
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Wine Spectator (89)Complex and interesting aroma, very firm, crisp, almost austere in flavor, but showing a restrained fruitiness that's attractive. Toasty, smoky, spicy aromas and lemon and grapefruit flavors are its hallmarks. |
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Champagne | 3 | 95 (WE) |
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€560.17 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)Just beginning to mature, this balanced, ripe wine is complex, with bright acidity, toast and pear and green-plum fruits. It is rich, with a tight mouse that shows intensity as well as a stylish character. This is a fine wine just coming into its own but well worth aging further until 2020. |
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Champagne | 10 | - |
Inc. TAX
€381.62 |
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Champagne | 2 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€348.02 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Disgorged in November 2024 without dosage yet retaining over six grams per liter of residual sugar, Moussé’s NV Blanc de Noirs Eugène is a perpetual cuvée, composed of 50% wine from the 2022 vintage, with its origins tracing back to 2003. Comprising 80% Pinot Meunier and 20% Pinot Noir—whose ripe skins impart a delicate pink hue—it unveils an expressive bouquet of candied orange peel, pear, peach, plum and pastry. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, rich and multidimensional, with a concentrated core of fruit, succulent yet racy acidity and phenolics that lend a gently bitter edge to the long, resonant finish. While the residual sugar lends it a touch more giving style, it represents a considerable step up in complexity from L’Esquisse and comes highly recommended. |
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Champagne | 1 | 93 (WA) |
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€1,172.14 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Disgorged in November 2024 without dosage, the latest release of Moussé’s NV Blanc de Noirs Les Vignes de Mon Village—despite its zero-dosage style—presents a more demonstrative profile, owing to its four grams of residual sugar. Comprising a perpetual cuvée that blends vintages from 2014 to 2022—with 50% from 2022—it opens with expressive aromas of pear, peach and tangerine zest. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, ample and giving, with ripe yet racy acidity and a long, elegantly phenolic finish. As always, it is crafted entirely from Pinot Meunier sourced from Cuisles. |
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Champagne | 4 | 93 (WA) |
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€426.94 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Disgorged in November 2024 without dosage, the latest release of Moussé’s NV Blanc de Noirs Les Vignes de Mon Village—despite its zero-dosage style—presents a more demonstrative profile, owing to its four grams of residual sugar. Comprising a perpetual cuvée that blends vintages from 2014 to 2022—with 50% from 2022—it opens with expressive aromas of pear, peach and tangerine zest. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, ample and giving, with ripe yet racy acidity and a long, elegantly phenolic finish. As always, it is crafted entirely from Pinot Meunier sourced from Cuisles. |
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Champagne | 71 | - |
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€237.34 |
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Famed for its exquisite selection of wines, Moutard Pere et Fils presents the luxurious Champ Persin Cote des Bar NV, a divine embodiment of expert winemaking heritage. This stellar Non-Vintage (NV), crafted in the heartland of the historic Cote des Bar vineyards in the south of Champagne, is rich with distinctive taste and quality. Blended with 100% Chardonnay, Moutard Pere et Fils Champ Persin Cote des Bar NV stands out with its harmonious fusion of freshness and complexity. It is aged in oak barrels lending it rich undertones and a mature profile. The nose greets with an elegant hint of citrus and white fruit, concluding with a crisp finish that exudes a blend of minerality. For centuries, Moutard Pere et Fils, a revered family-owned winery, has been synonymous with unmatched craftsmanship and passion, producing wines of exquisite depth and character. Light up your special moments with this marvellous selection! |
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Champagne | 13 | - |
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€1,505.00 |
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Michel Fallon, Brigitte Fallon Avysia Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, Avize NV is a regal apex of bubbling perfection. Expertly crafted in the esteemed Grand Cru village of Avize, France, this noble wine demonstrates the prowess of grower-producers Michel and Brigitte Fallon. Crafted purely from Chardonnay, it defines the essence of its terroir with vibrant minerality, structure, and elegance. Employing traditional methods combined with careful viticultural practices, the Fallons succeed in encapsulating the very soul of the Chardonnay grape. On the palate, it reveals precise, intense flavours of ripe fruits, brioche, and vanilla, underpinned by a thrilling acidity that whispers of its maritime origins. A triumph of Old World craftsmanship, 'Michel Fallon, Brigitte Fallon Avysia Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru, Avize NV' is a toast to the timeless tradition of exquisite French Champagne. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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€1,630.00 |
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The Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Dark Jewel Brut Rose 2002 exemplifies the grandeur of the legendary Champagne house, Moet & Chandon. Crafted in the eponymous region of Champagne, France, this vintage rose bubbly is the product of rigorous selection process and the unique expression of the 2002 harvest. Utilising predominantly Pinot Noir grapes, its vibrant hue is a testament of meticulous assemblage and extended ageing in chalk cellars, embodying the audacious spirit of Dom Perignon. Ebullient and rich, it reveals itself in waves with radiant bouquet of strawberry, fig and spices, intriguing the palate. Its immense depth, complexity and silky persistence make this stunning offering the true Dark Jewel. A culmination of careful winemaking expertise and exceptional terroirs, Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Dark Jewel Brut Rose 2002 is an epitome of the house's enduring winemaking finesse and unassailable quality. |
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Champagne | 2 | - |
In Bond
€1,105.00 |
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Renowned for its impeccable elegance, Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Michael Riedel Rose 2004 is a marvel in the world of fine wines. Born from the opulent vineyards of Champagne, France, this effervescent rosé exhibits the distinct signatures of Dom Perignon's lineage. A remarkable collaboration between Dom Perignon and renowned artist Michael Riedel, this vintage is a testament to the mastery of assemblage. Crafted from meticulously selected Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, it spent a minimum of seven years in Dom Perignon's cellars, intensifying its complexities and depth. The result is a vibrant salmon-hued rosé, bursting with notes of wild strawberries, orange zest, and smoky minerality. This Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Michael Riedel Rose 2004 is encased in a Michael Riedel designed bottle, a perfect interplay of art and indulgence. This wine commands celebration and prestige, perfect for those who appreciate a delectable balance of artistry, sophistication, and unparalleled quality. |
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Champagne | 3 | - |
In Bond
€1,055.00 |
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Champagne | 5 | - |
In Bond
€1,405.00 |
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Tantalise your taste buds with the Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Tokujin Yoshioka Rose 2005, a resplendent expression of craftsmanship and refinement. Hailing from the fertile soils of Épernay, the heart of Champagne, France, it is a masterful amalgamation of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The year 2005 was characterised by contrasted weather, bestowing complexity and intensity to the grapes. Resting in the Moet & Chandon cellars for no less than twelve years, this Rose has attained a perfect maturity, brimming with distinctive ripe berry and cocoa notes. An exquisite collaboration with Japanese artist Tokujin Yoshioka, the aesthetic also evokes an enchanting element. The luminosity of the bottle, crisscrossed with vibrations, awakened by the bright rose colour of the wine, reflects the sensorial experience enclosed within. With each sip of Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon Tokujin Yoshioka Rose 2005, evoke the essence of sophistication, a must for discerning palates. |
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Champagne | 1 | 89 (WS) |
In Bond
€421.00 |
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Wine Spectator (89)Complex and interesting aroma, very firm, crisp, almost austere in flavor, but showing a restrained fruitiness that's attractive. Toasty, smoky, spicy aromas and lemon and grapefruit flavors are its hallmarks. |
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Champagne | 3 | 95 (WE) |
In Bond
€447.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (95)Just beginning to mature, this balanced, ripe wine is complex, with bright acidity, toast and pear and green-plum fruits. It is rich, with a tight mouse that shows intensity as well as a stylish character. This is a fine wine just coming into its own but well worth aging further until 2020. |
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Champagne | 10 | - |
In Bond
€299.00 |
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Champagne | 2 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
€271.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Disgorged in November 2024 without dosage yet retaining over six grams per liter of residual sugar, Moussé’s NV Blanc de Noirs Eugène is a perpetual cuvée, composed of 50% wine from the 2022 vintage, with its origins tracing back to 2003. Comprising 80% Pinot Meunier and 20% Pinot Noir—whose ripe skins impart a delicate pink hue—it unveils an expressive bouquet of candied orange peel, pear, peach, plum and pastry. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, rich and multidimensional, with a concentrated core of fruit, succulent yet racy acidity and phenolics that lend a gently bitter edge to the long, resonant finish. While the residual sugar lends it a touch more giving style, it represents a considerable step up in complexity from L’Esquisse and comes highly recommended. |
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Champagne | 1 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
€953.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Disgorged in November 2024 without dosage, the latest release of Moussé’s NV Blanc de Noirs Les Vignes de Mon Village—despite its zero-dosage style—presents a more demonstrative profile, owing to its four grams of residual sugar. Comprising a perpetual cuvée that blends vintages from 2014 to 2022—with 50% from 2022—it opens with expressive aromas of pear, peach and tangerine zest. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, ample and giving, with ripe yet racy acidity and a long, elegantly phenolic finish. As always, it is crafted entirely from Pinot Meunier sourced from Cuisles. |
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Champagne | 4 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
€332.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Disgorged in November 2024 without dosage, the latest release of Moussé’s NV Blanc de Noirs Les Vignes de Mon Village—despite its zero-dosage style—presents a more demonstrative profile, owing to its four grams of residual sugar. Comprising a perpetual cuvée that blends vintages from 2014 to 2022—with 50% from 2022—it opens with expressive aromas of pear, peach and tangerine zest. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, ample and giving, with ripe yet racy acidity and a long, elegantly phenolic finish. As always, it is crafted entirely from Pinot Meunier sourced from Cuisles. |
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Champagne | 71 | - |
In Bond
€174.00 |
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Famed for its exquisite selection of wines, Moutard Pere et Fils presents the luxurious Champ Persin Cote des Bar NV, a divine embodiment of expert winemaking heritage. This stellar Non-Vintage (NV), crafted in the heartland of the historic Cote des Bar vineyards in the south of Champagne, is rich with distinctive taste and quality. Blended with 100% Chardonnay, Moutard Pere et Fils Champ Persin Cote des Bar NV stands out with its harmonious fusion of freshness and complexity. It is aged in oak barrels lending it rich undertones and a mature profile. The nose greets with an elegant hint of citrus and white fruit, concluding with a crisp finish that exudes a blend of minerality. For centuries, Moutard Pere et Fils, a revered family-owned winery, has been synonymous with unmatched craftsmanship and passion, producing wines of exquisite depth and character. Light up your special moments with this marvellous selection! |
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