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Champagne

Champagne is synonymous with world-wide quality wine with bubbles. Champagne is the northernmost wine region of France, located around the 49th parallel, where it would normally be impossible to ripen grapes at this distance from the equator. But thanks to the influx of the sea, the climate is sufficient mild to allow the right ripening of the grapes. One of the Champagne secrets is the composition of the soils that are rough and chalky with hilly exposure to the South / South-East, which promote good vine vegetation. Most Champagne uses Pinot Noir, which gives body, structure and longevity; the Chardonnay that delivers refinement and freshness; and Pinot Menier which gives fruity aromas and mineral notes. Strictly defined in 1927, the Champagne production airline extends into five departments that are: Reims Mountains, Vallee de la Marne, Cote des Blancs, Cote de Sezanne and Aube for a total of about 30,000 hectares. The Reims Mountains are located south of Reims with the vineyards facing south on peaty land. Here the predominant grape is the Pinot Noir and Champagne are renowned for power, structure and nobility. The Vallee de la Marne hills have clayey and calcareous soils. The main grape variety is the Pinot Meunier, which gives Champagne guts with a high softness. In the Cote des Blancs, whose name is given by the fact that almost exclusively Chardonnay grapes are cultivated, the only white berry authorized to produce Champagne. The ground is plastered and guarantees high water and heat reserves to the subsoil.In the Cote des Sesanne, a rapidly developing area, 16 kilometers from the Cote des Blancs. Chardonnay also prevails here, which is more fruity than those of the Cote des Blancs. Finally in the Aube, the area most south of Champagne, closer to the Chablis than to the classic Marne vineyards. The soil is plastered, ideal for Pinot Noir, which gives round, round, complex aromatic wines. The Champagne vineyards, broken down by village, are classified according to the quality with a percentage score determined by the Echelle des Crus. The Grand Cru classified villages have a 100% share, while Premiers Cru ranges from 90 to 99%, and the grapes in these villages are paid less. Today there are 17 Grand Cru villages. Champagne is obtained from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier grapes, vinified according to the so-called champenoise method. It begins with the vintage that is done towards the middle of October because of its very north of Champagne which does not allow a degree of ripening of grapes in previous periods. The selection of grapes is manual, while the traditional selection of wicker trays called osiers is now a rarity. Stirring of grapes takes place through modern torches even though traditional vertical presses, which are close to coquard are the best. The first squeezing is called cuvèe, while the second squeezing. In a traditional coquard that has a capacity of 4000 pounds of grapes, only 2550 liters of juice can be extracted (of which 2050 cuvèe and 500 of taille). The juice thus obtained is brought to the first fermentation that gives a very acidic wine The first fermentation can take place either in steel tanks or wooden barrels. As a rule towards spring, assembly is proceeded, which is the delicate operation that allows to balance two or more varieties of grapes so as to create the final cuvée that will be bottled for the second fermentation This assembly operation requires highly experienced staff to be able to assemble a cuvèe equal year after year. The second fermentation is the essence of the champenoise method. The cuvée is bottled along with the tirage liquer, which is a mixture of Champagne, sugar, yeasts and clarifying agents. The amount of sugar that is injected depends on the degree of effervescence required, in order to produce a pressure of 6 atmospheres, 24 grams of sugar are required. After bottling the bottles come with a crown cap having a plastic cylinder to capture the sediment produced during the foaming. The second fermentation can last from ten days to three months, while rest on the yeast lasts for 15 months for a non-milled Champagne, 36 months for one millennium up to a few decades for prestigious cuvèe. In short, a Champagne rests on yeasts and improves their quality. After that period the bottles are put on the pupitres (which are wood hinged tops and equipped with 60 holes each) and begins the remuage operation that is to rotate the bottles daily by sliding them all the way further down so that the lees that formed during the second fermentation settle in the plastic cylinder. To permanently remove the plastic cylinder, use degorgement or outlet, which allows the neck of the bottle to immerse in a sediment-freezing solution. When the crown cap is removed, the sediment is ejected by the internal pressure of the bottle. Before being put on the market, Champagne is added to the expedition liquor, consisting of a mixture consisting of a secret ingredient, different for each home, and sugar that serves to achieve the degree of sweetness desired in Champagne.  Each Champagne label contains the manufacturer's classification with an identifier identifying the type of manufacturer and its code number. The abbreviations are: Rècoltants-Manipulants, abbreviated in RM, where we find producers grafting their grapes and market them with their own brands. The best producers give birth to a sparkling and unmistakable sparkling Champagne. Usually these wines are little exported and little known abroad. The Negociant-Manipulant, NM, is a wine house that, in addition to its own grapes, also produces grapes purchased by others. The financial strength and the great variety of grapes purchased makes it possible to produce very complex and balanced cuvèes. The Rècoltant-Cooperator, RC, are producers who give the grapes produced to a cooperative that produces and sells Champagne such products with their own brand. The main Champagne styles are: Blanc de Blancs, obtained from Chardoonay in purity, Blanc de Noirs, produced from pure Pinot Noir grapes, Champagne Millésimè, Champagne produced from grapes of the same vintage. But when to drink Champagne? According to Lily Bollinger's response to a British journalist: "I drink Champagne when I'm happy and when I'm sad. Sometimes I happen to drink it when I'm alone. If I'm in company, I consider it compulsory. I go towards a glass when I'm not appetite and I drink it during meals. For the rest, I never touch it, except when I'm thirsty ":

SKU: GER002
Brand: CHAVOST

Chavost's "Blanc d’Assemblage" is pleasant and powerful with a good structure, softness and perfect balance. Made from a blend of chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier. The vinification takes place in steel vats, without the addition of sulphites, and the fermentation starts spontaneously with only indigenous yeasts. A bubble with a sure personality, transmitted by the hand of Fabian, Chef de Caves who marries an atypical and non-interventionist vinification.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: 77% chardonnay, 23% pinot meunier and pinot noir.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: 42 motnhs on the lees

Contains sulfites

€53.90
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SKU: TLD001

Les Vignes de Trelou Blanc de Noirs by Tristan Hyest is a Champagne resulting from a cuvée obtained from 60% Pinot Meunier and 40% Pinot Noir. To the 2018 vintage, which constitutes approximately 70%, 30% of reserve wines from the two previous vintages are added. "Les Vignes de Trelou" has a fine and persistent perlage. Aromatic and mineral on the nose with notes of cooked white pulp fruit. The flavor is fresh and lively, pleasant and long-lasting. A very limited number of these bottles are produced, around 750 per year.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: 60% Pinot Meunier, 40% Pinot Noir.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: At least 15 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€51.90
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SKU: CDU004

For the creation of the Champagne Extra Brut "Bistrøtage B.11 Rosé Affinage prolonge", Charles collected the grapes from the vineyards owned by his mother Francoise Martinot, which is why both names are listed on the label. The "Bistrøtage B.11 Rosé Affinage prolonge" is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes. One year of aging 50% in neutral oak barrels, and 50% in steel tanks. It is rosé Champagne with a predominantly fruity and mineral aromatic profile. The sip is fresh and dynamic, but very soft. Elegant and pleasant to drink.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: Pinot Noir.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: At least 120 months on the yeasts

Contains sulfites

€127.90
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SKU: CDU003

For the creation of Champagne Extra Brut "Bistrøtage" B.17, Charles bought the grapes from his mother Francoise Martinot, which is why both names are listed on the label. The B.11 cuvée is made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes from the 2017 harvest from the Chervey cru. One year of aging 50% in neutral oak barrels, and 50% in steel tanks. It is rosé Champagne with a predominantly fruity, citrus and mineral aromatic profile. The sip is fresh and dynamic, but very soft.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: Pinot Noir.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: At least 40 months on the lees

Contains sulfites

€99.90
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SKU: BER001

The Champagne Brut Reserve of Bérêche et Fils is a wine of great character, vibrant, of great complexity. It is a cuvée made up of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. The grapes come from old vineyards located both in the Vallèe de la Marne and in the Montagne de Reims. The vinification takes place partly in wood and partly in steel and, after a few months of aging on the lees, the assembly of the bases is created to which 35% of reserve wine from previous thousandths is added. The second fermentation takes place in the bottle with rest on the lees for at least 24 months before disgorgement.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: 35% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, 30% Meunier.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: 25 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€68.90
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SKU: LLD001

"Les Vignes de Montgueux" by Jacques Lassaigne is a lively Champagne, with aromas of dried fruit and citrus, supported by a straightforward acidity and good minerality. Produced with Chardonnay grapes, the base wine is aged in wooden barrels for 12 to 24 months, followed by the second fermentation in the bottle with a long stop on the lees before disgorgement.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: Chardonnay

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: At least 24 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€60.90
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SKU: FSV001

Frédéric Savart's Extra Brut Premier Cru Overture is a Blanc de Noirs made from 100% Pinot Noir grapes. A fruity and elegant wine, suitable for any occasion, which combines an innate class with an extreme ease of drinking. Like the personality of the producer, it proves to be easy in appearance, but revealing nuances that are not exactly trivial.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: Pinot noir

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: 24 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€74.90
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SKU: BOU001

The "BD'3C Brut Nature champagne by Bourgeois-Diaz is obtained from a cuveè composed of the 3 classic champagne vines; Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay and Pinot Nero, hence the name of the Cuveè 3C champagne. The base wine is aged for about 40% in wood. Second fermentation of at least 24 months on the lees before disgorgement. It has a straw yellow color with a fine and persistent perlage. The nose is citrusy of Amalfi lemon with notes of bread crust. On the palate its its characteristic is its fineness and elegance.

Region: France, Champagne

Grapes: 40% Pinot Meunier, 40% Pinot noir, 20% Chardonnay.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: 24 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€65.90
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SKU: TLD001

Tristan Hyest's Champagne Bord De Marne is a cuvee made up of Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, from vineyards in the Vallée de la Marne and Trélou sur Marne. A rich Champagne, with a varied olfactory range, characterized by a fruity nose and a nice freshness and minerality.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: 60% Pinot Meunier, 20% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Noir.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: At least 15 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€43.90
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SKU: MLD001

Maurice Choppin's Champagne L'Age Et La Raison is born from an assembly of Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier, which come from old vines planted on a terroir with a strong presence of limestone in the village of Damery. Spontaneous fermentation, wood processing of the base wines, and 36 months of aging on the lees in the bottle. Champagne that on the nose veers on notes of flowers and herbs as well as a classic crust of bread; in the mouth it is fresh, with hints of exotic fruit, creamy and mineral. Dosage Extra-Brut.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: 80% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Meunier.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: At least 36 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€64.90
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SKU: CLD001

Michel Laval's Champagne Tradition Brut is love at first sight. Characterized by a decisive fruit, an unmistakable exuberance and excellent tension. Cuvèe of the 3 most important grapes of Champagne: Pinot Noir, Meunier and Chardonnay. The grapes come from the surroundings of the village of Boursault in the Vallée de la Marne area. Aging on the lees for over 6 years and final dosage 8 g/l. Excellent as an aperitif, with friends or simply between lovers.orging. 

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Meunier, 20%Chardonnay..

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: At least 72 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€42.90
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SKU: MAR003
Brand: Marguet

Marguet Extra Brut Grand Cru Shaman Champagne is obtained from a blend of Pinoy Noir and Chardonnay. The grapes come from vineyards grown in a biodynamic regime, located in the municipalities of Ambonnay and Bouzy. Refine for a period between 3 and 4 years. A champagne with a fine and very persistent perlage. On the nose the aromas are of great elegance and complexity, with hints of candied fruit, notes of exotic fruit and custard. On the palate it is full-bodied, creamy, with a very pleasant freshness. Long and persistent finish.

Region: France, Champagne.

Grapes: 87% Pinot Noir, 13% Chardonnay.

Alcohol content: 12.5%.

Aging: At least 24 months on the lees.

Contains sulfites

€74.90
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SKU: BOU003

Les Murgieres Brut Nature by Francis Boulard is a very expressive Champagne made from Pinot noir and Meunier grapes. Fermented in oak barrels and aged for at least 24 months on the lees. The nose expresses an attractive bouquet of dried fruit, white fruit and citrus notes. In the mouth it is full-bodied, fresh with powerful aromatic flavors.

Region: Champagne

Grapes: 84% Pinot Meunier, 10% Chardonnay and 6% Pinot noir.

Alcohol content: 12,5%.

Aging: At least 24 months on the lees

Contains sulfites

€64.90
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