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Louis Roederer Brut Champagne (Vintage)
Dom Pérignon Brut Vintage (Gift Boxed)
The Dom Pérignon Brut Vintage 2015 is a wine that encapsulates the essence of a year marked by extreme contrasts, making it a memorable release in the prestigious legacy of Dom Pérignon. The vintage is a beautiful manifestation of the unique conditions of the 2015 growing season, with its dramatic shifts in climate leading to a wine of exceptional richness, balance, and character. Initially restrained, the 2015 vintage opens up over time, revealing a broad palate that evolves into a harmonious blend of complex aromas and vibrant fruit flavours. With its unique combination of floral notes, roasted nuances, and delicate freshness, the wine is a true expression of the exceptional terroirs that define Dom Pérignon. Presented in a beautifully designed gift box, it makes for a perfect collector’s item or a sophisticated gift for any wine connoisseur. The Dom Pérignon Brut Vintage 2015 is an exceptional wine for pairing with luxurious, high-end dishes. Its complexity and balance make it an ideal companion to seafood, particularly caviar, king crab, and langoustine. The wine’s delicate profile also complements meats with tangy notes, such as roasted pork, lamb, or duck. For a truly unique experience, try pairing this vintage with exotic fruits like kiwi and guava, or dishes with green curry spices, to accentuate its stimulating complexity. Maker: In 1668, Dom Pierre Pérignon was appointed procurator at the Abbey of Hautvillers. For 47 years, he worked to make the “best wine in the world”. Three centuries later, the Maison Dom Pérignon perpetuates this creative ambition through the constantly renewed quest for harmony as a source of emotion. All creative processes have their constraints. Dom Pérignon’s constraint is the vintage: an ambition to bear witness to the harvest of a single year, whatever the challenges may be, even if it means choosing not to declare the vintage. Dom Pérignon is always an assemblage, forming the foundation of the Dom Pérignon style. It is guided by timeless principles that have always taken precedence over winemaking techniques and their evolution. Time is also part of the equation for Dom Pérignon. During the time of active maturation on the lees, in the darkness of the cellars, the aesthetic and sensory values of each vintage are played out: precision, intensity, touch, minerality, and complexity. Dom Pierre Pérignon's legacy has often been misconceived, overshadowed by myths of inventing Champagne, and even unfounded rumours of blindness. However, what remains true beyond doubt is his extraordinary hard work and dedication to crafting the finest wine in the world. His innovations were groundbreaking. He developed the gentle 'coquard' press, which enabled him to produce clear, still white wine from black grapes. Pérignon also understood the unique challenges of Champagne's marginal climate, pioneering the art of blending grapes from different vineyards to create a more complete and balanced wine. His use of stronger verre anglais ('English glass') bottles, designed to withstand pressure, and the reintroduction of cork as a reliable closure were crucial advancements in winemaking. Through his tireless efforts, Pérignon laid the groundwork for the Champagne and the modern wine world. Philosophy: The philosophy behind Dom Pérignon is one of unwavering commitment to creating Champagne that transcends time, showcasing both the current expression and the potential for future development. Dom Pérignon believes that great Champagne is not simply made—it is born out of nature’s elements and transformed through time, patience, and a deep passion for excellence. With a focus on vintage production, Dom Pérignon captures the essence of each harvest, allowing each bottle to express the unique conditions of the year and the terroir it comes from. The House’s philosophy is reflected in its approach to both blending and aging. Each vintage is crafted to express the duality of fruit and structure, with a delicate balance between power and elegance. The wines are carefully aged to allow them to evolve, with each bottle revealing new dimensions of flavour and complexity as it matures. Dom Pérignon’s philosophy extends beyond just winemaking—it is about creating something that will stand the test of time, an expression of both the present and the future. Tasting Notes Nose Roasted, Floral, Spicy Deep, roasted notes of cacao powder and toasted aromas, gradually unfolding to reveal floral fragrances of lime blossom, jasmine, and peony. A spicy dimension of anise and cardamom adds depth, while a touch of green papaya and orange peel invigorate the overall profile. Palate Broad, Tactile, Generous The wine is broad and tactile, spreading across the tongue with a delicate yet generous texture. Fresh peach, nectarine, and citrus are complemented by sculpted bitter notes of citrus and gentian, creating a harmonious and balanced tasting experience. Finish Fresh, Balanced, Long The finish is long and smooth, with a lingering sweetness that ties together the bright, fresh fruit and the subtle bitterness. The wine’s vibrant acidity and finely textured tannins leave a lasting, memorable impression. The 2015 Dom Pérignon is terrific. Bright and poised, the 2015 shows terrific energy. Citrus peel, white flowers, mint, white pepper and slate all race across the palate. There's gorgeous tension and backbone here, with bright saline notes that extend the mid-palate and finish. This is a fine showing in a vintage that has proven to be tricky. I am intrigued to see how the 2015 develops in the coming years. 2025-2045. - Antonio Galloni (03/2024), Vinous, 96 Points. Disgorged in January 2023, the 2015 Dom Pérignon shows a singular, ethereal profile with aromas of white pepper, iodine, ripe orchard fruits, toast, smoke, herbs and spices. Medium to full-bodied, layered, and structured, it’s enveloping and round with a delicate phenolic mid-palate that underlines chalky dry extracts, concluding with a sapid, penetrating finish with gastronomic bitterness. This iteration of Dom Pérignon, though replete with the customary charm and vinous generosity that typify the label, distinguishes itself by its structural delicate austerity and a notably phenolic profile, giving rise to a remarkably linear and well-defined style that diverges markedly from the more familiar expressions of Dom Pérignon. - Yohan Castaing (05/2024), Wine Advocate, 95 Points. Remarkably pale at this early stage in the glass, the nose hits Dom Pérignon's classic gunsmoke and flint notes together with sweet and bright citrus. Packed with silky ripe fruits on both nose and palate, this is approachable now. Notes of fresh mint and fresh bread dough add to the layers on the palate, which has a creamy mousse but well-defined and vibrant acidity. Chalky in texture on the finish, this is ready to drink but will doubtless evolve well in bottle for over a decade. - Thomas Parker MW (07/2024), 94 Points.
Bollinger Rosé
The House of Bollinger has been producing fine wines of Champagne since 1829. In the last 180 or so years they have built a reputation of the highest standard. Rich and subtle with a pleasant nose and flavours that come back begging you for more, this is one of the finest non vintage Rosé Champagnes.
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Jacquesson Cuvée No. 742 Extra Brut Non-Vintage
Product Description: Jacquesson’s Cuvée No. 742 Extra Brut NV is a true testament to the art of blending, combining wines from multiple years to create a champagne that is both complex and balanced. The 742 blend is primarily based on the 2014 harvest (59% of the blend) from top Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards in Aÿ, Dizy, and Hautvillers, with additional reserve wines added to enhance depth and ensure consistency year after year. The grapes used are a blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Meunier, with a dosage of just 1.5 g/l, offering a precise and pure champagne experience. The result is a wine that offers depth, freshness, and a rich complexity—showcasing a beautifully delicate balance of fruit, spice, and minerality. The subtle aromas of orchard fruits, citrus, and almond are enhanced by a touch of brioche and a slight floral hint, which gives way to a finely textured palate with crisp acidity and a long, harmonious finish. The wine is aged on its lees for an extended period, which adds layers of complexity and richness. Whether enjoyed now or cellared for further aging, Cuvée No. 742 will continue to evolve beautifully. Maker Jacquesson is one of Champagne’s finest and most respected houses, known for its pioneering approach to winemaking and its dedication to creating exceptional wines that reflect the unique terroirs of Champagne. Founded in 1798, Jacquesson is a family-owned house that combines tradition with modernity, producing wines of incredible precision, elegance, and depth. The house is known for its meticulous attention to detail, from vineyard management to winemaking, and for producing Champagnes that reflect the singular expression of each vintage. Philosophy At Jacquesson, the philosophy is simple: produce the best possible Champagne every year, respecting the unique character of each vintage while highlighting the extraordinary potential of the terroir. The house’s commitment to single-vineyard wines, minimal intervention, and sustainability allows the true expression of each vineyard to shine through. Jacquesson also emphasises the importance of time, allowing their wines to evolve naturally in the bottle, resulting in Champagne that is complex, balanced, and always reflective of the land from which it comes. Their commitment to excellence is evident in every bottle, making Jacquesson a standout name in Champagne. Tasting Notes Nose Subtle Complexity The nose offers a delicate blend of treacle tart, soaked raisins, and a hint of candied citrus peel, with a touch of spice adding depth. Palate Rich and Balanced Layers of dark fruit emerge on the palate, balanced by crisp acidity, with subtle oak and a smooth, refined texture providing complexity. Finish Lingering Freshness A long, refreshing finish with delicate salinity, showcasing its beautiful balance and depth.
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Bollinger Special Cuvee Brut Non-Vintage Champagne
Bollinger Special Cuvee is the result of the delicate blending between harvest grapes and a majority of reserve wines, including some, ages in magnums for more than 15 years in Bollingers cellars. To the eye: A golden colour, distinctive of black grape varieties. Very fine bubbles. To the nose: A beautiful aromatic complexity. Ripe fruit and spice aromas. Hints of roasted apples, apple compote and peaches. To the palate: A subtle combinations of structure, length and vivacity. Bubbles like velvet. Pear, brioche and spicy aromas, notes of fresh walnut.