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With a mild, wet winter followed by a very dry spring, 2014 proved to be full of surprises and variable weather. Broad and well-structured on entry, the palate is perfectly balanced and complemented by some saline and fresh raspberry notes.

HENRIOT L'inattendue Chardonnay Grand Cru, Champagne

The blend uses three to four-year old Chardonnays and Barons de Rothschild Extra Brut is a rich and aerial wine. Pinots Noirs from the best land in Champagne. This Champagne, dosed at only 3 grams and kept 9 to 12 months after disgorging, offers beautifully balanced structure on the palate that is highly appreciated when served as the aperitif or throughout the meal.

PENFOLDS X Thienot Lot 2 175 Blanc de Blanc, Champagne

Established in 1836, Madame Pommery is credited with creating the first vintage brut style of Champagne in 1874, at a time when most champagnes were excessively sweetened with sugar. This revolutionary dry style set the benchmark for the rest of Champagne and it is in this spirit that the style of Pommery endures; with each cuvée displaying sublime elegance, finesse and freshness. Pommery is one of the few Champagne Houses that produces their large formats in the actual bottle in order to allow for optimal ageing.

Chamapagne Rosé is a true delight to the senses and Billecart-Salmon rightly takes its place in the top echelon. A vibrant Salmon pink colour greets the glass, with a long, smooth, delicate, elegant and refined palate to follow. Without the price tag that others of this quality demand, this is a Champagne that all must enjoy at least once.