The cider is a blend of 18 different cider apple varieties which fall into acidic, sweet, bitter, sweet-bitter and complete apple categories. LAuthentique ciders are made only using cider apples which are exclusive to Northern France including: Arvolles, Judaine Judeline Judor and Baya Marisa which has a red flesh which provides the limpid, pink colour to this rosé cider.LAuthentique Rosé is a dry French cider with the natural aroma of ripe apples. Delicious notes of bittersweet apples upfront are followed by a balanced medium sweetness from the natural sugars of the apples and an exquisitely dry finish.

100% pinot gris grapes come from different areas located in the south of France: vineyards which are under Mediterranean influence and whose clay and limestone soils bring aromatic richness to the wine, and cooler vineyards in the Aude Valley whose grapes lend finesse and freshness. A floral and fruity nose (lychee, vineyard peach, lemon and grapefruit) that meld with a touch of white pepper and ginger. Round and refreshing on the palate.

The fruit for this refined and subtle wine was sourced from sloping vineyards located on the foothills of the cooler Pyrenees and Cevennes mountains, in the South of France where the soils are heavy in limestone - perfect for the delicate Pinot Noir. It was aged for 6 months in French oak and bottled early in order to capture the grapes primary flavors.Refreshing and subtle aromas of ripe raspberries and cranberries with hints of plum and a touch of toast are evident on the nose. The palate shows a balance of ripe fruit and freshness with an appealing spicy smokiness.

CABERNET FRANC, VIEILLES VIGNES IGP Pays D'Oc Grapes are harvested from high altitude, hillside vineyards in the Haute Vallée of Limoux, which sit on rugged limestone rich soils. It is here some our old vine Cabernet Franc is grown and crafted to display purity of fruit. Picked at their optimal ripeness, in mid September, the grapes are de-stemmed then crushed. There is a cold pre-ferment maceration for 5 days, before a classical fermentation for 8 to 10 days in stainless steel tank. Malolactic fermentation before bottling. “Luscious and mouth-watering, blackcurrant and redcurrant fruit characters. Fresh and vibrant with a twist of nutmeg and clove through to the finish." Emmanuel Cazes, Winemaker.

We have offered this exemplary wine for over two decades and the multitude of awards over the years – and the 5-Star reviews – speak volumes. It is our bestselling sparkler by a mile. Roche Lacour winemaker Viviane Gianesini works her magic beneath the cool hills of Limoux. Here, the monks of Saint Hilaire are said to have mastered sparkling wine methods in 1531, centuries ahead of Dom Pérignon. Bottles back then were fragile and didn’t travel, so their success remained a secret. The cuvée is rich in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir – like Champagne – and nearly half the wine is oak fermented – just like Krug! It’s an expensive technique (so rarely practised) yet important for depth and complexity. Enjoy on its own or with deserving canapés.