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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(6x75cl) 2018Wine Advocate (97)
The fruit of a 24-hour maceration, the 2018 Rosé de Saignée Le Creux d'Enfer bursts with notions of cherries, blood orange, potpourri, licorice and spices. Full-bodied, broad and fleshy, it's layered and textural, with an enveloping core of fruit, a pillowy mousse and a long, exotically spiced finish.Inc. TAX€6,953.77 -
(6x75cl) 2008Vinous (95)
The clear highlight among these new releases, the 2008 Blanc de Noirs Côte de Béchalin is deep, powerful and beautifully layered in the glass. Resonant and generous yet with remarkable translucence, the 2008 is impeccable in its balance. There is plenty of nuance in the orchard fruit flavors, but above all else, the 2008 impresses with its total sense of harmony and proportion. The exuberant, racy finish only adds to the wine's inviting personality. Disgorged: April 2015.Inc. TAX€3,659.77 -
Vinous (93)
The 2012 Blanc de Noirs Côte de Bechalin La Parcelle is bright, precise and beautifully lifted. Orchard fruit, mint, white pepper and floral notes lend brightness. This is a decidedly taut, vibrant Blanc de Noirs, especially considering the vintage. Gracious, medium in body and supremely inviting, the Côte de Bechalin is another stellar wine in this set of new releases. No dosage. Disgorged: April, 2019.Inc. TAX€2,585.77 -
Vinous (94)
The 2014 Blanc de Noirs Côte de Bechalin La Parcelle is bright, focused and tightly wound, all of which will serve it well in the future. I especially admire the tension and energy here. Readers should plan on cellaring the 2014 for at least a few years. It"s an absolutely exquisite wine and a hidden gem in a range where the spotlight usually falls on other wines. Kirsch, plum, dried flowers, lemon peel and bright orchard fruit linger. No dosage. Disgorged: 2021.Inc. TAX€269.16 -
(6x75cl) NVInc. TAX€2,092.54 -
Vinous (92)
The NV (2018) Blanc de Noirs Val Vilaine is bright, fresh and wonderfully nuanced. Orchard fruit, citrus and floral notes give the Val Vilaine so much energy. Cédric Bouchard coaxes so much nuance from these 40 year-old vines. The Val Vilaine is always the youngest wine in the range - the current release is the 2018, which spent just 15 months on its lees - but it will give readers who aren't familiar with these wines a very good idea of the house style. Zero dosage. Disgorged: April 2020.Inc. TAX€1,205.77 -
(1x75cl) 2019Wine Advocate (94+)
Cédric Bouchard's NV Blanc de Noirs Côte de Val Vilaine (2019) is beautiful, wafting from the glass with aromas of pear, green apple, clear honey, fresh bread, almond paste, white flowers and mirabelle plum. Medium to full-bodied, layered and vinous, it's satiny and textural, with an enveloping core of fruit, superb concentration and incisive acids. Chiseled and penetrating, it concludes with a long, saline finish. If the 2018 was immediate and demonstrative, this has structure to burn with age, charming though it is out of the gates, and I'm inclined to nominate it Bouchard's finest Val Vilaine to date.Inc. TAX€237.84 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
The 2021 Blanc de Noirs Val Vilaine is pretty powerful. The Val Vilaine is a fairly open, sensual wine in most years, but the 2021 is quite intense. Low yields from these 45-year-old vines resulted in an especially serious, vibrant Val Vilaine that should age very well. Pear, white flowers, spice and apple tart linger. This is an especially fine edition and a serious wine. Bottled with no dosage. Disgorged: 2023.Inc. TAX€1,202.17 -
Inc. TAX€1,167.37 -
Inc. TAX€1,439.77 -
(6x75cl) 2019Wine Advocate (98)
Along with Les Ursules, the 2019 Blanc de Blancs La Bolorée stands out in Bouchard's portfolio this year for its purity and definition. Unwinding in the glass with notes of white currants, peach and pear mingled with notions of bread dough, dried white flowers and spices, it's medium to full-bodied, rich and layered, with a dense, concentrated and intensely vinous profile, framed by chalky extract and tangy acids.Inc. TAX€2,297.77 -
Inc. TAX€2,296.54 -
Vinous (97)
The 2020 Blanc de Blancs La Haute Lemblé, 100% Chardonnay, is magnificent. What else is there to say? A Champagne of soaring vertical intensity and drive, the 2020 is truly special. Lemon confit, sage, mint, white flowers and white pepper stain the palate. Light tropical notes appear with time, adding an exotic and distinctive flair. Seamless and yet beautifully focused, La Haute Lemblé is so captivating in the early going. Magnificent. No dosage.Inc. TAX€2,207.77 -
Vinous (94)
The 2012 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is another knockout. Here it is the freshness and energy of Pinot Noir that makes the strongest impression. White orchard fruit, flowers, white pepper and mint give the Ursules its distinctly high-toned personality. The interplay between the richness of the Pinot Noir and inherent tension that characterizes all of these wines is dazzling. Scents of orchard fruit, spice, herb and flowers infuse the creamy, voluptuous layered finish. Disgorged: April 2016. No dosage.Inc. TAX€488.35 -
(1x150cl) 2015Vinous (94)
The 2015 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is fascinating to taste next to the other Pinot Champagnes, all of which are brighter. Here, the weight and gravitas are very much front and center. Red cherry, kirsch, plum, mint and spice all blossom in the glass. The Ursules needs air to shine. A bit of time in the glass really brings out the creaminess and volume of the Pinot fruit. This is such an inviting and expressive Champagne. No dosage. Disgorged: April, 2019.Inc. TAX€948.25 -
Vinous (94)
The 2015 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is fascinating to taste next to the other Pinot Champagnes, all of which are brighter. Here, the weight and gravitas are very much front and center. Red cherry, kirsch, plum, mint and spice all blossom in the glass. The Ursules needs air to shine. A bit of time in the glass really brings out the creaminess and volume of the Pinot fruit. This is such an inviting and expressive Champagne. No dosage. Disgorged: April, 2019.Inc. TAX€1,859.77 -
(1x75cl) 2016Wine Advocate (96+)
Aromas of fresh bread, crisp orchard fruit, citrus oil, clear honey and oyster shell introduce Bouchard's 2016 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules, a medium to full-bodied, beautifully precise and tensile rendition of this emblematic cuvée. Fine-boned and elegant, it's seamless and penetrating. This an especially delicate Ursules that will reward some bottle age.Inc. TAX€378.36 -
Wine Advocate (96+)
Aromas of fresh bread, crisp orchard fruit, citrus oil, clear honey and oyster shell introduce Bouchard's 2016 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules, a medium to full-bodied, beautifully precise and tensile rendition of this emblematic cuvée. Fine-boned and elegant, it's seamless and penetrating. This an especially delicate Ursules that will reward some bottle age.Inc. TAX€2,387.77 -
Wine Advocate (97)
The 2017 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is superb, mingling aromas of pear, mandarin and stone fruit with hints of fresh bread, pastry cream and iodine in an inviting mélange. Full-bodied, layered and fleshy, it's a concentrated, chiseled Ursules that's built for the cellar, with racy acids and a long, penetrating finish. While the reputation of the 2017 vintage in Champagne isn't great, you wouldn't know that from tasting this brilliant cuvée. As readers will remember, Les Ursules was the vineyard with which Cédric Bouchard began Roses de Jeanne, and he notes that of all the wines in his range, it's always the highest in acidity, the slowest to ferment and the slowest to conclude its malolactic fermentation.Inc. TAX€789.12 -
Wine Advocate (97)
The 2017 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is superb, mingling aromas of pear, mandarin and stone fruit with hints of fresh bread, pastry cream and iodine in an inviting mélange. Full-bodied, layered and fleshy, it's a concentrated, chiseled Ursules that's built for the cellar, with racy acids and a long, penetrating finish. While the reputation of the 2017 vintage in Champagne isn't great, you wouldn't know that from tasting this brilliant cuvée. As readers will remember, Les Ursules was the vineyard with which Cédric Bouchard began Roses de Jeanne, and he notes that of all the wines in his range, it's always the highest in acidity, the slowest to ferment and the slowest to conclude its malolactic fermentation.Inc. TAX€2,027.77 -
Wine Advocate (96)
Bouchard's 2018 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is a particular success, wafting from the glass with aromas of white flowers, crisp red apple, clear honey, wet stones and crushed mint. Medium to full-bodied, pillowy and precise, it's pure, racy and concentrated, with impressive tension and finesse that transcends this frequently blowsy, open-knit vintage. Exigent agronomy and timely harvesting pays off, once again.Inc. TAX€427.56 -
Wine Advocate (96)
Bouchard's 2018 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is a particular success, wafting from the glass with aromas of white flowers, crisp red apple, clear honey, wet stones and crushed mint. Medium to full-bodied, pillowy and precise, it's pure, racy and concentrated, with impressive tension and finesse that transcends this frequently blowsy, open-knit vintage. Exigent agronomy and timely harvesting pays off, once again.Inc. TAX€2,495.77 -
Wine Advocate (97+)
One of the high points of this range of releases is the 2019 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules, a medium to full-bodied, taut and chiseled wine redolent of white flowers, crisp green orchard fruit, freshly baked bread, orange blossom and wet stones. Dense and layered, with a sweet core of fruit underpinned by brisk acids, it's one of Bouchard's cooler terroirs, so it's no surprise to see it succeed so completely in the warm 2019 vintage.Inc. TAX€2,255.77 -
Inc. TAX€2,093.77 -
(1x75cl) 2017Vinous (94)
The 2017 Blanc de Noirs Presle is very subdued in this tasting. Medium in body and soft, the 2017 Presle is decidedly hushed in its personality and voice. It will be interesting to see if the aromatics and fruit emerge a bit more fully with time. Today, Presle is soft, silky and ready to go. No dosage. Disgorged: 2021.Inc. TAX€550.75 -
(6x75cl) 2017Vinous (94)
The 2017 Blanc de Noirs Presle is very subdued in this tasting. Medium in body and soft, the 2017 Presle is decidedly hushed in its personality and voice. It will be interesting to see if the aromatics and fruit emerge a bit more fully with time. Today, Presle is soft, silky and ready to go. No dosage. Disgorged: 2021.Inc. TAX€2,649.72 -
Inc. TAX€2,645.77 -
(6x75cl) NVCharles Ellner Carte d'Or NV exemplifies the pinnacle of fine winemaking from the esteemed Burgundy region. Crafted from meticulously selected Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes grown in Ellner’s premier vineyards, this non-vintage masterpiece undergoes a traditional fermentation process in stainless steel vats to preserve its vibrant purity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle complexity and a refined texture. Charles Ellner, a venerable name in viticulture, leverages decades of expertise to ensure each bottle reflects his unwavering commitment to quality and terroir expression. The Carte d'Or NV reveals an elegant bouquet of red berries, complemented by hints of citrus and a delicate mineral undertone. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of fruitiness and acidity, culminating in a long, graceful finish. Perfect for discerning enthusiasts, Charles Ellner Carte d'Or NV is a testament to artisanal excellence and sophisticated taste.
Inc. TAX€326.23 -
(6x75cl) NVCharles Ellner Grande Reserve Brut NV exemplifies the artistry of traditional méthode champenoise. Crafted in the prestigious Champagne region of France, this exquisite sparkling wine is the hallmark of Charles Ellner’s esteemed estate, renowned for its dedication to quality and terroir expression. Meticulously selected Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes undergo a rigorous fermentation process, followed by an extended aging period on lees to enhance complexity and depth. The Grande Reserve Brut NV displays a radiant golden hue with fine, persistent bubbles that dance gracefully in the glass. Aromas of ripe orchard fruits, toasted brioche, and delicate floral notes unfold, leading to a palate of vibrant acidity balanced by rich, creamy textures and nuanced mineral undertones. The finish is long and elegant, showcasing impeccable balance and finesse. Ideal for both celebratory occasions and sophisticated pairings, Charles Ellner Grande Reserve Brut NV embodies refinement and exceptional craftsmanship, making it a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking unparalleled quality.
Inc. TAX€326.23 -
(6x75cl) NVCharles Ellner Integral Brut NV epitomises the artistry of Champagne's traditional method, meticulously crafted in the heart of Épernay's prestigious vineyards. This exquisite non-vintage blend combines select Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier grapes, handpicked to ensure exceptional quality. The meticulous vinification process involves a secondary fermentation in the bottle, followed by extended ageing on lees to develop its signature depth and complexity. The nose unveils delicate aromas of brioche, citrus zest, and subtle mineral undertones, while the palate is elegantly balanced with fine, persistent bubbles and a refined finish. Produced by Charles Ellner, a revered name in fine Champagne, Integral Brut NV reflects a commitment to excellence and a profound understanding of terroir. Ideal for celebratory occasions or as a distinguished addition to any cellaring collection, this Champagne exemplifies sophistication and timeless elegance.
Inc. TAX€337.03
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(6x75cl) 2018
Wine Advocate (97)
The fruit of a 24-hour maceration, the 2018 Rosé de Saignée Le Creux d'Enfer bursts with notions of cherries, blood orange, potpourri, licorice and spices. Full-bodied, broad and fleshy, it's layered and textural, with an enveloping core of fruit, a pillowy mousse and a long, exotically spiced finish.In Bond€5,775.00 -
(6x75cl) 2008
Vinous (95)
The clear highlight among these new releases, the 2008 Blanc de Noirs Côte de Béchalin is deep, powerful and beautifully layered in the glass. Resonant and generous yet with remarkable translucence, the 2008 is impeccable in its balance. There is plenty of nuance in the orchard fruit flavors, but above all else, the 2008 impresses with its total sense of harmony and proportion. The exuberant, racy finish only adds to the wine's inviting personality. Disgorged: April 2015.In Bond€3,030.00 -
Vinous (93)
The 2012 Blanc de Noirs Côte de Bechalin La Parcelle is bright, precise and beautifully lifted. Orchard fruit, mint, white pepper and floral notes lend brightness. This is a decidedly taut, vibrant Blanc de Noirs, especially considering the vintage. Gracious, medium in body and supremely inviting, the Côte de Bechalin is another stellar wine in this set of new releases. No dosage. Disgorged: April, 2019.In Bond€2,135.00 -
Vinous (94)
The 2014 Blanc de Noirs Côte de Bechalin La Parcelle is bright, focused and tightly wound, all of which will serve it well in the future. I especially admire the tension and energy here. Readers should plan on cellaring the 2014 for at least a few years. It"s an absolutely exquisite wine and a hidden gem in a range where the spotlight usually falls on other wines. Kirsch, plum, dried flowers, lemon peel and bright orchard fruit linger. No dosage. Disgorged: 2021.In Bond€221.00 -
(6x75cl) NVIn Bond€1,720.00
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Vinous (92)
The NV (2018) Blanc de Noirs Val Vilaine is bright, fresh and wonderfully nuanced. Orchard fruit, citrus and floral notes give the Val Vilaine so much energy. Cédric Bouchard coaxes so much nuance from these 40 year-old vines. The Val Vilaine is always the youngest wine in the range - the current release is the 2018, which spent just 15 months on its lees - but it will give readers who aren't familiar with these wines a very good idea of the house style. Zero dosage. Disgorged: April 2020.In Bond€985.00 -
(1x75cl) 2019
Wine Advocate (94+)
Cédric Bouchard's NV Blanc de Noirs Côte de Val Vilaine (2019) is beautiful, wafting from the glass with aromas of pear, green apple, clear honey, fresh bread, almond paste, white flowers and mirabelle plum. Medium to full-bodied, layered and vinous, it's satiny and textural, with an enveloping core of fruit, superb concentration and incisive acids. Chiseled and penetrating, it concludes with a long, saline finish. If the 2018 was immediate and demonstrative, this has structure to burn with age, charming though it is out of the gates, and I'm inclined to nominate it Bouchard's finest Val Vilaine to date.In Bond€195.00 -
Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)
The 2021 Blanc de Noirs Val Vilaine is pretty powerful. The Val Vilaine is a fairly open, sensual wine in most years, but the 2021 is quite intense. Low yields from these 45-year-old vines resulted in an especially serious, vibrant Val Vilaine that should age very well. Pear, white flowers, spice and apple tart linger. This is an especially fine edition and a serious wine. Bottled with no dosage. Disgorged: 2023.In Bond€982.00 -
In Bond€953.00
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In Bond€1,180.00
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(6x75cl) 2019
Wine Advocate (98)
Along with Les Ursules, the 2019 Blanc de Blancs La Bolorée stands out in Bouchard's portfolio this year for its purity and definition. Unwinding in the glass with notes of white currants, peach and pear mingled with notions of bread dough, dried white flowers and spices, it's medium to full-bodied, rich and layered, with a dense, concentrated and intensely vinous profile, framed by chalky extract and tangy acids.In Bond€1,895.00 -
In Bond€1,890.00
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Vinous (97)
The 2020 Blanc de Blancs La Haute Lemblé, 100% Chardonnay, is magnificent. What else is there to say? A Champagne of soaring vertical intensity and drive, the 2020 is truly special. Lemon confit, sage, mint, white flowers and white pepper stain the palate. Light tropical notes appear with time, adding an exotic and distinctive flair. Seamless and yet beautifully focused, La Haute Lemblé is so captivating in the early going. Magnificent. No dosage.In Bond€1,820.00 -
Vinous (94)
The 2012 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is another knockout. Here it is the freshness and energy of Pinot Noir that makes the strongest impression. White orchard fruit, flowers, white pepper and mint give the Ursules its distinctly high-toned personality. The interplay between the richness of the Pinot Noir and inherent tension that characterizes all of these wines is dazzling. Scents of orchard fruit, spice, herb and flowers infuse the creamy, voluptuous layered finish. Disgorged: April 2016. No dosage.In Bond€403.00 -
(1x150cl) 2015
Vinous (94)
The 2015 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is fascinating to taste next to the other Pinot Champagnes, all of which are brighter. Here, the weight and gravitas are very much front and center. Red cherry, kirsch, plum, mint and spice all blossom in the glass. The Ursules needs air to shine. A bit of time in the glass really brings out the creaminess and volume of the Pinot fruit. This is such an inviting and expressive Champagne. No dosage. Disgorged: April, 2019.In Bond€784.00 -
Vinous (94)
The 2015 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is fascinating to taste next to the other Pinot Champagnes, all of which are brighter. Here, the weight and gravitas are very much front and center. Red cherry, kirsch, plum, mint and spice all blossom in the glass. The Ursules needs air to shine. A bit of time in the glass really brings out the creaminess and volume of the Pinot fruit. This is such an inviting and expressive Champagne. No dosage. Disgorged: April, 2019.In Bond€1,530.00 -
(1x75cl) 2016
Wine Advocate (96+)
Aromas of fresh bread, crisp orchard fruit, citrus oil, clear honey and oyster shell introduce Bouchard's 2016 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules, a medium to full-bodied, beautifully precise and tensile rendition of this emblematic cuvée. Fine-boned and elegant, it's seamless and penetrating. This an especially delicate Ursules that will reward some bottle age.In Bond€312.00 -
Wine Advocate (96+)
Aromas of fresh bread, crisp orchard fruit, citrus oil, clear honey and oyster shell introduce Bouchard's 2016 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules, a medium to full-bodied, beautifully precise and tensile rendition of this emblematic cuvée. Fine-boned and elegant, it's seamless and penetrating. This an especially delicate Ursules that will reward some bottle age.In Bond€1,970.00 -
Wine Advocate (97)
The 2017 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is superb, mingling aromas of pear, mandarin and stone fruit with hints of fresh bread, pastry cream and iodine in an inviting mélange. Full-bodied, layered and fleshy, it's a concentrated, chiseled Ursules that's built for the cellar, with racy acids and a long, penetrating finish. While the reputation of the 2017 vintage in Champagne isn't great, you wouldn't know that from tasting this brilliant cuvée. As readers will remember, Les Ursules was the vineyard with which Cédric Bouchard began Roses de Jeanne, and he notes that of all the wines in his range, it's always the highest in acidity, the slowest to ferment and the slowest to conclude its malolactic fermentation.In Bond€651.00 -
Wine Advocate (97)
The 2017 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is superb, mingling aromas of pear, mandarin and stone fruit with hints of fresh bread, pastry cream and iodine in an inviting mélange. Full-bodied, layered and fleshy, it's a concentrated, chiseled Ursules that's built for the cellar, with racy acids and a long, penetrating finish. While the reputation of the 2017 vintage in Champagne isn't great, you wouldn't know that from tasting this brilliant cuvée. As readers will remember, Les Ursules was the vineyard with which Cédric Bouchard began Roses de Jeanne, and he notes that of all the wines in his range, it's always the highest in acidity, the slowest to ferment and the slowest to conclude its malolactic fermentation.In Bond€1,670.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
Bouchard's 2018 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is a particular success, wafting from the glass with aromas of white flowers, crisp red apple, clear honey, wet stones and crushed mint. Medium to full-bodied, pillowy and precise, it's pure, racy and concentrated, with impressive tension and finesse that transcends this frequently blowsy, open-knit vintage. Exigent agronomy and timely harvesting pays off, once again.In Bond€353.00 -
Wine Advocate (96)
Bouchard's 2018 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules is a particular success, wafting from the glass with aromas of white flowers, crisp red apple, clear honey, wet stones and crushed mint. Medium to full-bodied, pillowy and precise, it's pure, racy and concentrated, with impressive tension and finesse that transcends this frequently blowsy, open-knit vintage. Exigent agronomy and timely harvesting pays off, once again.In Bond€2,060.00 -
Wine Advocate (97+)
One of the high points of this range of releases is the 2019 Blanc de Noirs Les Ursules, a medium to full-bodied, taut and chiseled wine redolent of white flowers, crisp green orchard fruit, freshly baked bread, orange blossom and wet stones. Dense and layered, with a sweet core of fruit underpinned by brisk acids, it's one of Bouchard's cooler terroirs, so it's no surprise to see it succeed so completely in the warm 2019 vintage.In Bond€1,860.00 -
In Bond€1,725.00
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(1x75cl) 2017
Vinous (94)
The 2017 Blanc de Noirs Presle is very subdued in this tasting. Medium in body and soft, the 2017 Presle is decidedly hushed in its personality and voice. It will be interesting to see if the aromatics and fruit emerge a bit more fully with time. Today, Presle is soft, silky and ready to go. No dosage. Disgorged: 2021.In Bond€455.00 -
(6x75cl) 2017
Vinous (94)
The 2017 Blanc de Noirs Presle is very subdued in this tasting. Medium in body and soft, the 2017 Presle is decidedly hushed in its personality and voice. It will be interesting to see if the aromatics and fruit emerge a bit more fully with time. Today, Presle is soft, silky and ready to go. No dosage. Disgorged: 2021.In Bond€2,185.00 -
In Bond€2,185.00
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(6x75cl) NV
Charles Ellner Carte d'Or NV exemplifies the pinnacle of fine winemaking from the esteemed Burgundy region. Crafted from meticulously selected Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes grown in Ellner’s premier vineyards, this non-vintage masterpiece undergoes a traditional fermentation process in stainless steel vats to preserve its vibrant purity. Following fermentation, the wine is aged for 18 months in French oak barrels, imparting subtle complexity and a refined texture. Charles Ellner, a venerable name in viticulture, leverages decades of expertise to ensure each bottle reflects his unwavering commitment to quality and terroir expression. The Carte d'Or NV reveals an elegant bouquet of red berries, complemented by hints of citrus and a delicate mineral undertone. On the palate, it offers a harmonious balance of fruitiness and acidity, culminating in a long, graceful finish. Perfect for discerning enthusiasts, Charles Ellner Carte d'Or NV is a testament to artisanal excellence and sophisticated taste.
In Bond€248.00 -
(6x75cl) NV
Charles Ellner Grande Reserve Brut NV exemplifies the artistry of traditional méthode champenoise. Crafted in the prestigious Champagne region of France, this exquisite sparkling wine is the hallmark of Charles Ellner’s esteemed estate, renowned for its dedication to quality and terroir expression. Meticulously selected Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes undergo a rigorous fermentation process, followed by an extended aging period on lees to enhance complexity and depth. The Grande Reserve Brut NV displays a radiant golden hue with fine, persistent bubbles that dance gracefully in the glass. Aromas of ripe orchard fruits, toasted brioche, and delicate floral notes unfold, leading to a palate of vibrant acidity balanced by rich, creamy textures and nuanced mineral undertones. The finish is long and elegant, showcasing impeccable balance and finesse. Ideal for both celebratory occasions and sophisticated pairings, Charles Ellner Grande Reserve Brut NV embodies refinement and exceptional craftsmanship, making it a distinguished choice for connoisseurs seeking unparalleled quality.
In Bond€248.00 -
(6x75cl) NV
Charles Ellner Integral Brut NV epitomises the artistry of Champagne's traditional method, meticulously crafted in the heart of Épernay's prestigious vineyards. This exquisite non-vintage blend combines select Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier grapes, handpicked to ensure exceptional quality. The meticulous vinification process involves a secondary fermentation in the bottle, followed by extended ageing on lees to develop its signature depth and complexity. The nose unveils delicate aromas of brioche, citrus zest, and subtle mineral undertones, while the palate is elegantly balanced with fine, persistent bubbles and a refined finish. Produced by Charles Ellner, a revered name in fine Champagne, Integral Brut NV reflects a commitment to excellence and a profound understanding of terroir. Ideal for celebratory occasions or as a distinguished addition to any cellaring collection, this Champagne exemplifies sophistication and timeless elegance.
In Bond€257.00
