Our Champagne selection consists of several personal favourites, which offer a variety of styles and will grace any occasion. We are particularly proud of lovely "house" champagne Jacques Picard, a boutique producer based in the village of Berru on the south east slopes of the Montagne de Reims. We chose this champagne after tasting it blind against a substantial array of wines, most of which were far more highly priced. It excelled. A terrific champagne in a light but complex style.
Tasting notes: Dom Perignon Vintage Champagne one of the world's most famous Champagnes, this prestige cuvée Dom Perignon 2002 Vintage released in 2010 retains its founder's modern vision of true luxury.
The making of each vintage involves a delicate job of assemblage and adjustment, before the mysterious balance between Dom Pérignon's chardonnay and pinot noir can be reached.
"Extraordinarily firm, confident, intense nose. Broad and long with a hint of orange peel. Great persistence.This already delivers but has such a backbone and great acidity and light grip (only noticeable at the very end of the tasting experience) that it surely has a long life ahead of it. Really reaches every hidden cell of the palate, A very assured performance.” August 2010 www.jancisrobinson.com
Price: £130.00
Size: 75cl
Colour/style: Sparkling
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Tasting notes: The latest addition to the Celebris portfolio is the just released Blanc de Blancs. A selection of the very best chardonnay from the four vintage of 1999, 1998, 1996, and 1995. A blend of 11 Grand and Premier Crus, this is the benchmark example of the Gosset house style. No malolactic fermentation which imparts greater freshness and longevity to the wine matched with a minimal dosage of just 3.5g/l which further highlights the quality of the fruit. The extended time on lees has built wonderful complexity and interest to the cuvee and is one to watch develop further in the cellar.
Tasting notes: Gosset only uses juice from the first and best pressing of grapes, and unlike most other producers, initial fermentation is still carried out in small oak barrels. Riddling and disgorgement are performed by hand. Significantly, and in contrast to virtually all other houses, Gosset Champagnes do not undergo a malolactic fermentation, resulting in a heightened acidity, slower maturing wines and that inimitable Gosset style – powerful and full-bodied, of unrivaled richness and staying power – in other words, some of the world's most legendary Champagne.
Tasting notes: Gosset only uses juice from the first and best pressing of grapes, and unlike most other producers, initial fermentation is still carried out in small oak barrels. Riddling and disgorgement are performed by hand. Significantly, and in contrast to virtually all other houses, Gosset Champagnes do not undergo a malolactic fermentation, resulting in a heightened acidity, slower maturing wines and that inimitable Gosset style – powerful and full-bodied, of unrivaled richness and staying power – in other words, some of the world's most legendary Champagne.
Tasting notes: Gosset only uses juice from the first and best pressing of grapes, and unlike most other producers, initial fermentation is still carried out in small oak barrels. Riddling and disgorgement are performed by hand. Significantly, and in contrast to virtually all other houses, Gosset Champagnes do not undergo a malolactic fermentation, resulting in a heightened acidity, slower maturing wines and that inimitable Gosset style – powerful and full-bodied, of unrivaled richness and staying power – in other words, some of the world's most legendary Champagne.
Tasting notes: Tender yellow colour with hints of green gold, fine and abundant bubbles. Regular and intense cordon. Fresh apricots, pair and quince. Vine flower nose with a slightly honey backdrop. Rapid and persistent note of citrus fruit on aromas of apricot, mango and fresh fig. Delicate final flavour, dominated by a zest of lemon freshness.
Price: £58.95
Size: 75cl
Colour/style: Sparkling
This item is currently out of stock - please email us or telephone 01483 861164 to order.
Tasting notes: Tender yellow colour with hints of green gold, fine and abundant bubbles. Regular and intense cordon. Fresh apricots, pair and quince. Vine flower nose with a slightly honey backdrop. Rapid and persistent note of citrus fruit on aromas of apricot, mango and fresh fig. Delicate final flavour, dominated by a zest of lemon freshness.
Price: £125
Size: 150cl
Colour/style: Sparkling
This item is currently out of stock - please email us or telephone 01483 861164 to order.
Tasting notes: Light golden yellow, light bubbles. Intense and complex. Aromatic notes mixed with flowers (daffodil, linden flower) and fruits (cherry, blackberry, drying raisins) on a backdrop of roasted scents. Ample, vinous and concentrated. First aromas of dried fig and stuffed cherries and then very quickly aromas of grilled almonds and biscuit. Long and powerful flavour.
Tasting notes: Vivid pink with a lively mousse. Redcurrant and dried cherry on the nose, with subtle floral and cinnamon notes adding complexity. Juicy red fruit flavors are firmed by gentle mineral and bitter cherry skin qualities, gaining depth with air. Finishes with dusty mineral grip and excellent persistence.
Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar 91/100
Tasting notes: This is a blend of 60% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Meunier and 5% Pinot Noir. At least 30% of the blend is reserve wines and it has a minimum of 3 years bottle age before release. Great lemony, biscuity character with good length and incredible complexity for the price. Exceptionally good value champagne.
