Top Vintages
Top Vintages
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Vinous (91)
The 2004 Brut Rosé Cuvée Belle Epoque is a deceptively light-colored wine. It shows off striking inner perfume and richness as the fruit flows across the palate. Sweet red berries, crushed flowers and spices are some of the notes that wrap around the finish. Though medium in body and feminine in style, there is an element of depth that is compelling.Inc. VAT£1,794.80 -
Inc. VAT£2,184.80 -
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Wine Spectator (91)
Shows finesse, along with depth to its honey, candied citrus and mineral flavors. Lovely balance and harmony render it seamless and graceful.Inc. VAT£246.26 -
The Philippe Gonet Grand Cru Belemnita 2008 stands as a pinnacle of Loire Valley excellence. Crafted by esteemed vintner Philippe Gonet, this grand cru originates from meticulously tended vineyards in Anjou, renowned for their exceptional terroir. The 2008 vintage benefits from optimal growing conditions, allowing the grapes to achieve perfect ripeness. Employing traditional vinification techniques, the wine undergoes careful hand harvesting, precise fermentation, and extended aging in French oak barrels, imparting profound complexity and finesse. Philippe Gonet’s dedication to biodynamic farming practices ensures each bottle encapsulates the pure essence of the terroir, offering a harmonious balance of rich red fruit flavours, subtle earthy undertones, and elegant spice notes. With its velvety tannins and a lingering, sophisticated finish, the Philippe Gonet Grand Cru Belemnita 2008 is a testament to unparalleled craftsmanship and a must-have for discerning collectors seeking timeless quality.
Inc. VAT£184.13 -
Immerse yourself in the luxurious experience of the Philippe Lancelot Chouilly Grand Cru Extra Brut Fine Fleur 2016. A truly distinguished wine, it embodies the credentials of Champagne’s reputable Chouilly region, where its grandeur shines through the small yet highly distinguished domaine of Philippe Lancelot. Cultivated with deep respect for the calcareous Chardonnay terroir, its biodynamic practices echo through each sip. Producing less than 3,000 cases annually, this excellent creation demonstrates the exquisite finesse achieved through the 2016 vintage. Hand-selected and rigorously sorted, the grape clusters are carefully pressed to extract the desired purity and elegance that defines it. Its beautiful gleaming gold colour, accompanied by the invigorating freshness of citrus fruit, intricate minerality layered with a finish of brioche hints, makes the Philippe Lancelot Chouilly Grand Cru Extra Brut Fine Fleur 2016 a truly exceptional companion for your distinguished gatherings or serene evenings. Relish the vivacious embodiment of Champagne's finest offerings.
Inc. VAT£500.00 -
The radiant Philippe Lancelot Chouilly Grand Cru Le Fond du Bateau 2018 is a distinguished offering from a Champagne vintner that confers respect for excellent wines. Emerging from Grand Cru vineyards of Chouilly, in northern Champagne, this exquisite wine is produced by the Lancelot family, artisans of vine growing and winemaking since generations. Master of biodynamic viticulture, Philippe Lancelot, harnesses his grapes from a single plot, 'Le Fond du Bateau', to craft this unique cuvée.
Expertly vinified in enamel vats, this 2018 vintage amazes with its intricate intensity and mineral expression. No dosage is added, allowing the wine to articulate its terroir impeccably. The result is a symphony of fine, crisp acidity alongside ripe fruits, adorned with a profound chalky minerality. Notably, its delicate bubbles and persistent finish don the Philippe Lancelot Chouilly Grand Cru Le Fond du Bateau 2018 with an remarkable elegance, making it a collectors' triumph.
Inc. VAT£488.66 -
Experience the brilliance of Champagne with the exquisite Philippe Lancelot Cramant 2017, a standout amongst fine wines. This remarkable blend from the prestigious Côtes des Blancs region of France is meticulously produced by multigenerational vine-grower, Philippe Lancelot. The winery follows biodynamic principles, reflecting unique terroir with every sip.
Philippe Lancelot Cramant 2017 is made using champagne method, boasting 100% Chardonnay grapes hand-harvested from 45-year-old vines. Resting for 36 months on lees, it exudes finesse and complexity. On the palate, expect an extraordinary balance of acidity and minerality, underlined by brioche and citrus notes.
Esteemed for its low dosage and use of indigenous yeasts, this exceptional vintage will please the palate of true connoisseurs. Indulge in the fine mousse and persistent finish of Philippe Lancelot Cramant 2017, the epitome of luxurious effervescence.
Inc. VAT£570.29 -
Delighting discerning palates, Philippe Lancelot Les Hauts d'Epernay 2017 is a superb expression of fine winemaking. Crafted by the hands of Philippe Lancelot, a revered artisan within the biodynamic viticulture world, this wine hails from the prestigious Côte des Blancs, amidst the chalky terroir of Champagne, France.
Each bottle of Philippe Lancelot Les Hauts d'Epernay 2017 conveys the pedigree of 100% Chardonnay grapes, nurtured with painstaking precision in certified biodynamic vineyards. Employing traditional winemaking methods inclusive of manual harvesting, native yeast fermentation, and long-lees aging further enhances the elegance and complexity. The vintage boasts an intriguing composition of mineral vibrancy, subtle citrus palate, and exuberant effervescence, enriched by the indulgent depth of honey toast on the nose.
An exquisite reflection of Lancelot's commitment to authenticity and quality, Philippe Lancelot Les Hauts d'Epernay 2017 is sure to enhance your collection with a demonstration of pure terroir expression.
Inc. VAT£417.86 -
The Philippe Lancelot Rose des Lys Extra Brut Grand Cru 2008 is a quintessential expression of the terroir of Cramant, a celebrated village in France's Champagne region, renowned for its esteemed Chardonnays. This vintage is a result of Lancelot’s meticulous viticulture, enshrined by organic and biodynamic principles. With spontaneous fermentation undertaken in enameled vats followed by extended ageing on lees, the wine exudes a complexity and nuance that captivates the palate.
Immaculately structured, the Philippe Lancelot Rose des Lys Extra Brut Grand Cru 2008 offers a tantalising balance between brioche-like depth and sublime mineral freshness, encapsulated by its lean, elegant texture. Its extraordinarily fine mousse gives way to a sophisticated, layered array of white fruits, subtly intertwined with delicate floral undertones. This wine is incredibly exclusive, available in very limited quantities, owing to Lancelot's small-scale production and single-vineyard sourcing.
Inc. VAT£952.88 -
To celebrate the unbelievable milestone of half a millennium crafting some of the world’s most exceptional sparkling wines, the legendary Maison have released a highly exclusive collectors’ case of which a mere 500 were made.
Containing two different vintages of the Cuvée 1522, itself commemorating the foundation of Philipponnat, this wine is always composed of strictly Grand Cru fruit with the majority fermented in oak casks with no malolactic fermentation to provide rounded richness with total weightlessness.
The village of Aÿ, home to the Philipponnat family for 16 generations, is clearly visible in the stunning label of Cuvée 1522. A testament to both terroir and vintage, the particular examples in this collection are the even rarer L.V. or Long Vieillissement (Long Aging) expressions kept back at the winery for added time on lees and extra maturity in perfect conditions.
A bottle each of the 2000 and 2002, both exceptional vintages, are included in this beautiful case and are sure to be incredible wines neither of which are available to purchase individually on the market.
Inc. VAT£713.53 -
Wine Advocate (93)
Disgorged in September 2018 with 4.5 grams per liter dosage, the 2008 Extra Brut Grand Blanc is composed of vins clairs matured in barrel with blocked malolactic and vins clairs matured in tank that were allowed to complete malolactic. Exhibiting aromas of lemon oil, warm bread, hazelnut cream, wet stones and smoke, it's medium to full-bodied, ample and nicely concentrated, with a racy spine of acidity, a fine mousse and delicately chalky structure, concluding with a long and pure finish.Inc. VAT£534.64 -
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Wine Enthusiast (95)
This producer’s location and vineyards on the Montagne de Reims mean it is very much a Pinot Noir house. Full and concentrated, this Champagne sums up the richness possible from the grape. It is dry, textured and ready to age further. Drink from 2023.Inc. VAT£426.64 -
(1x75cl) 1980Vinous (94)
A wonderfully complete wine, the 1980 Clos des Goisses has it all. Here the Pinot is quite expressive in both the wine's flavor profile and weight. Rich, powerful and vinous, the 1980 is also a great example of how Goisses ages. I have always been partial to this vintage, as 1980 was the first Clos des Goisses I tasted. Today, many years later, it's great to see the wine is still in great shape. Although the 1980 won't hold on forever, it drinks beautifully today and should continue to deliver considerable pleasure over the next decade or so. Disgorged February 2007.Inc. VAT£892.10 -
(1x75cl) 1982Inc. VAT£1,257.05
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(6x150cl) 1998Vinous (95)
(disgorged April, 2008) Bright yellow-gold with a slow stream of tiny bubbles. Expressive aromas of orange rind, pear, marzipan, lemon thyme and toasted bread, plus a hint of brown butter. Very rich and palate-coating, offering sweet orchard and pit fruit flavors and complicating notes of bitter citrus pith and smoky minerals. Quite open, with sexy floral and spice qualities on the long, sweet, nutty finish. I've little doubt that this Champagne will continue to age for years to come but there's plenty going on right now to warrant broaching a bottle if you have more than one.Inc. VAT£3,269.80 -
Wine Advocate (95)
The 1999 Clos des Goisses flows from the glass with the essence of minerals, chalk, smoke, ash, white peaches, pears, flowers and sweet oak. This is a muscular, powerful wine that needs serious bottle age to come around, yet it possesses striking clarity and detail in its aromatics and flavors. Clos des Goisses is one of the most rewarding wines to drink when mature, and I have no doubt this will be another splendid version. This refined, sumptuous wine is not to be missed. Clos des Goisses is 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, and 30% of the wine was fermented in oak. This bottle was disgorged in March 2007. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2024.Inc. VAT£6,509.89 -
Vinous (96)
The 2002 Clos des Goisses dazzles from start to finish. A huge, tropical Goisses, the 2002 pulses with exotic, tropical fruit wedded to a real sense of textural vinosity. Honey, almonds and yellow stone fruits are some of the many notes that blossom in the glass. The 2002 is just entering the very early part of its plateau of maturity, but it will continue to develop further nuance over the next 20-30 years. The level of complexity and overall sumptuousness make the 2002 nearly impossible to resist today. Disgorged November 2011.Inc. VAT£1,426.69 -
(3x150cl) 2004Vinous (97)
The 2004 Clos des Goisses is dense and powerful in the glass, with all of the pure, unbridled energy that has always been such a signature here. Hints of lemon peel, mint, spice and crushed rocks emerge with time in the glass, but, despite its considerable beauty and unquestioned pedigree, the 2004 is frankly years away from delivering the full Clos des Goisses experience. Disgorged February 2013.Inc. VAT£1,505.89 -
(6x75cl) 2004
Vinous (97)
The 2004 Clos des Goisses is dense and powerful in the glass, with all of the pure, unbridled energy that has always been such a signature here. Hints of lemon peel, mint, spice and crushed rocks emerge with time in the glass, but, despite its considerable beauty and unquestioned pedigree, the 2004 is frankly years away from delivering the full Clos des Goisses experience. Disgorged February 2013.Inc. VAT£1,391.89 -
Vinous (94)
The 2005 Clos des Goisses is easily one of the wines of what turned out to be a complicated vintage. Just beginning to show the early signs of aromatic complexity, the 2005 graces the palate with the essence of candied lemon, almonds, chamomile, apricot and wild herbs. The 2005 is not the most complex or pedigreed Goisses, but it drinks beautifully today and should continue to deliver pleasure for another 15-20 years, perhaps more.Inc. VAT£1,065.49 -
(1x300cl) 2006
Vinous (96)
The 2006 Clos des Goisses is stellar, but it is also going to need quite a bit of time to come into its own. Powerful and ample in the best of the Goisses style, the 2006 hits the palate with serious intensity. Orchard fruits, lemon oil, white flowers and almonds are some of the many notes that open up in the glass, but, as is often the case with young Goisses, it is the wine's gravitas that is front and center. Even with all of its overtness, though, the 2006 retains striking, crystalline purity. I imagine the 2006 will reward Champagne lovers with many decades of truly exceptional drinking. The only thing the 2006 needs is time. The question is: How much?Inc. VAT£804.83 -
Vinous (96)
The 2006 Clos des Goisses is stellar, but it is also going to need quite a bit of time to come into its own. Powerful and ample in the best of the Goisses style, the 2006 hits the palate with serious intensity. Orchard fruits, lemon oil, white flowers and almonds are some of the many notes that open up in the glass, but, as is often the case with young Goisses, it is the wine's gravitas that is front and center. Even with all of its overtness, though, the 2006 retains striking, crystalline purity. I imagine the 2006 will reward Champagne lovers with many decades of truly exceptional drinking. The only thing the 2006 needs is time. The question is: How much?Inc. VAT£889.09 -
Vinous (96)
The 2006 Clos des Goisses is stellar, but it is also going to need quite a bit of time to come into its own. Powerful and ample in the best of the Goisses style, the 2006 hits the palate with serious intensity. Orchard fruits, lemon oil, white flowers and almonds are some of the many notes that open up in the glass, but, as is often the case with young Goisses, it is the wine's gravitas that is front and center. Even with all of its overtness, though, the 2006 retains striking, crystalline purity. I imagine the 2006 will reward Champagne lovers with many decades of truly exceptional drinking. The only thing the 2006 needs is time. The question is: How much?Inc. VAT£1,147.09 -
Burghound (95)
This is a wine that I have followed since its release and like a number of 2007s, it took its sweet time to add depth and flesh out as it was exceptionally tightly wound, austere and seemingly just effervescence and citrus-tinged wine. Time however has worked its magic and this is much, indeed much, much more interesting than it was with elegant, airy and pure aromas of green apple, soft yeast, plenty of citrus and a Chablis-like shellfish and iodine hint. The racy and still almost painfully intense middle weight flavors are crisp, bone-dry and palate etching as the mousse is firm but fine, all wrapped in a mildly austere and wonderfully long finish. This exceptionally stylish effort could be enjoyed now or held for another 3 to 5 years first. Excellent and a classic vintage for Clos des Goisses. I would add that the 2007 doesn’t quite match the 1996 for sheer quality but it’s every bit as good as the 1998 and 2000 version.Inc. VAT£1,041.49 -
Vinous (98)
The 2008 Clos des Goisses is just as impressive today as it has always been. Rich, dense and explosive, the 2008 exists in three dimensions, with remarkable textural depth and vertical intensity to burn. Clos des Goisses is notoriously slow to develop. Readers who can be patient will be treated to a spectacular Champagne. The blend is 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, which makes the 2008 a rare Clos des Goisses that favors Chardonnay. About 75% of the lots were fermented in oak. Disgorged April 2017. Dosage is 4.25 grams per liter.Inc. VAT£1,567.13 -
Vinous (98)
The 2008 Clos des Goisses is just as impressive today as it has always been. Rich, dense and explosive, the 2008 exists in three dimensions, with remarkable textural depth and vertical intensity to burn. Clos des Goisses is notoriously slow to develop. Readers who can be patient will be treated to a spectacular Champagne. The blend is 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, which makes the 2008 a rare Clos des Goisses that favors Chardonnay. About 75% of the lots were fermented in oak. Disgorged April 2017. Dosage is 4.25 grams per liter.Inc. VAT£227.99 -
Vinous (98)
The 2008 Clos des Goisses is just as impressive today as it has always been. Rich, dense and explosive, the 2008 exists in three dimensions, with remarkable textural depth and vertical intensity to burn. Clos des Goisses is notoriously slow to develop. Readers who can be patient will be treated to a spectacular Champagne. The blend is 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, which makes the 2008 a rare Clos des Goisses that favors Chardonnay. About 75% of the lots were fermented in oak. Disgorged April 2017. Dosage is 4.25 grams per liter.Inc. VAT£1,839.49 -
Vinous (98)
The 2008 Clos des Goisses is just as impressive today as it has always been. Rich, dense and explosive, the 2008 exists in three dimensions, with remarkable textural depth and vertical intensity to burn. Clos des Goisses is notoriously slow to develop. Readers who can be patient will be treated to a spectacular Champagne. The blend is 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, which makes the 2008 a rare Clos des Goisses that favors Chardonnay. About 75% of the lots were fermented in oak. Disgorged April 2017. Dosage is 4.25 grams per liter.Inc. VAT£1,257.49
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Vinous (91)
The 2004 Brut Rosé Cuvée Belle Epoque is a deceptively light-colored wine. It shows off striking inner perfume and richness as the fruit flows across the palate. Sweet red berries, crushed flowers and spices are some of the notes that wrap around the finish. Though medium in body and feminine in style, there is an element of depth that is compelling.In Bond£1,475.00 -
In Bond£1,800.00
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In Bond£345.00
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Wine Spectator (91)
Shows finesse, along with depth to its honey, candied citrus and mineral flavors. Lovely balance and harmony render it seamless and graceful.In Bond£188.00 -
The Philippe Gonet Grand Cru Belemnita 2008 stands as a pinnacle of Loire Valley excellence. Crafted by esteemed vintner Philippe Gonet, this grand cru originates from meticulously tended vineyards in Anjou, renowned for their exceptional terroir. The 2008 vintage benefits from optimal growing conditions, allowing the grapes to achieve perfect ripeness. Employing traditional vinification techniques, the wine undergoes careful hand harvesting, precise fermentation, and extended aging in French oak barrels, imparting profound complexity and finesse. Philippe Gonet’s dedication to biodynamic farming practices ensures each bottle encapsulates the pure essence of the terroir, offering a harmonious balance of rich red fruit flavours, subtle earthy undertones, and elegant spice notes. With its velvety tannins and a lingering, sophisticated finish, the Philippe Gonet Grand Cru Belemnita 2008 is a testament to unparalleled craftsmanship and a must-have for discerning collectors seeking timeless quality.
In Bond£150.00 -
Immerse yourself in the luxurious experience of the Philippe Lancelot Chouilly Grand Cru Extra Brut Fine Fleur 2016. A truly distinguished wine, it embodies the credentials of Champagne’s reputable Chouilly region, where its grandeur shines through the small yet highly distinguished domaine of Philippe Lancelot. Cultivated with deep respect for the calcareous Chardonnay terroir, its biodynamic practices echo through each sip. Producing less than 3,000 cases annually, this excellent creation demonstrates the exquisite finesse achieved through the 2016 vintage. Hand-selected and rigorously sorted, the grape clusters are carefully pressed to extract the desired purity and elegance that defines it. Its beautiful gleaming gold colour, accompanied by the invigorating freshness of citrus fruit, intricate minerality layered with a finish of brioche hints, makes the Philippe Lancelot Chouilly Grand Cru Extra Brut Fine Fleur 2016 a truly exceptional companion for your distinguished gatherings or serene evenings. Relish the vivacious embodiment of Champagne's finest offerings.
In Bond£396.00 -
The radiant Philippe Lancelot Chouilly Grand Cru Le Fond du Bateau 2018 is a distinguished offering from a Champagne vintner that confers respect for excellent wines. Emerging from Grand Cru vineyards of Chouilly, in northern Champagne, this exquisite wine is produced by the Lancelot family, artisans of vine growing and winemaking since generations. Master of biodynamic viticulture, Philippe Lancelot, harnesses his grapes from a single plot, 'Le Fond du Bateau', to craft this unique cuvée.
Expertly vinified in enamel vats, this 2018 vintage amazes with its intricate intensity and mineral expression. No dosage is added, allowing the wine to articulate its terroir impeccably. The result is a symphony of fine, crisp acidity alongside ripe fruits, adorned with a profound chalky minerality. Notably, its delicate bubbles and persistent finish don the Philippe Lancelot Chouilly Grand Cru Le Fond du Bateau 2018 with an remarkable elegance, making it a collectors' triumph.
In Bond£390.00 -
Experience the brilliance of Champagne with the exquisite Philippe Lancelot Cramant 2017, a standout amongst fine wines. This remarkable blend from the prestigious Côtes des Blancs region of France is meticulously produced by multigenerational vine-grower, Philippe Lancelot. The winery follows biodynamic principles, reflecting unique terroir with every sip.
Philippe Lancelot Cramant 2017 is made using champagne method, boasting 100% Chardonnay grapes hand-harvested from 45-year-old vines. Resting for 36 months on lees, it exudes finesse and complexity. On the palate, expect an extraordinary balance of acidity and minerality, underlined by brioche and citrus notes.
Esteemed for its low dosage and use of indigenous yeasts, this exceptional vintage will please the palate of true connoisseurs. Indulge in the fine mousse and persistent finish of Philippe Lancelot Cramant 2017, the epitome of luxurious effervescence.
In Bond£456.00 -
Delighting discerning palates, Philippe Lancelot Les Hauts d'Epernay 2017 is a superb expression of fine winemaking. Crafted by the hands of Philippe Lancelot, a revered artisan within the biodynamic viticulture world, this wine hails from the prestigious Côte des Blancs, amidst the chalky terroir of Champagne, France.
Each bottle of Philippe Lancelot Les Hauts d'Epernay 2017 conveys the pedigree of 100% Chardonnay grapes, nurtured with painstaking precision in certified biodynamic vineyards. Employing traditional winemaking methods inclusive of manual harvesting, native yeast fermentation, and long-lees aging further enhances the elegance and complexity. The vintage boasts an intriguing composition of mineral vibrancy, subtle citrus palate, and exuberant effervescence, enriched by the indulgent depth of honey toast on the nose.
An exquisite reflection of Lancelot's commitment to authenticity and quality, Philippe Lancelot Les Hauts d'Epernay 2017 is sure to enhance your collection with a demonstration of pure terroir expression.
In Bond£331.00 -
The Philippe Lancelot Rose des Lys Extra Brut Grand Cru 2008 is a quintessential expression of the terroir of Cramant, a celebrated village in France's Champagne region, renowned for its esteemed Chardonnays. This vintage is a result of Lancelot’s meticulous viticulture, enshrined by organic and biodynamic principles. With spontaneous fermentation undertaken in enameled vats followed by extended ageing on lees, the wine exudes a complexity and nuance that captivates the palate.
Immaculately structured, the Philippe Lancelot Rose des Lys Extra Brut Grand Cru 2008 offers a tantalising balance between brioche-like depth and sublime mineral freshness, encapsulated by its lean, elegant texture. Its extraordinarily fine mousse gives way to a sophisticated, layered array of white fruits, subtly intertwined with delicate floral undertones. This wine is incredibly exclusive, available in very limited quantities, owing to Lancelot's small-scale production and single-vineyard sourcing.
In Bond£761.00 -
To celebrate the unbelievable milestone of half a millennium crafting some of the world’s most exceptional sparkling wines, the legendary Maison have released a highly exclusive collectors’ case of which a mere 500 were made.
Containing two different vintages of the Cuvée 1522, itself commemorating the foundation of Philipponnat, this wine is always composed of strictly Grand Cru fruit with the majority fermented in oak casks with no malolactic fermentation to provide rounded richness with total weightlessness.
The village of Aÿ, home to the Philipponnat family for 16 generations, is clearly visible in the stunning label of Cuvée 1522. A testament to both terroir and vintage, the particular examples in this collection are the even rarer L.V. or Long Vieillissement (Long Aging) expressions kept back at the winery for added time on lees and extra maturity in perfect conditions.
A bottle each of the 2000 and 2002, both exceptional vintages, are included in this beautiful case and are sure to be incredible wines neither of which are available to purchase individually on the market.
In Bond£586.00 -
Wine Advocate (93)
Disgorged in September 2018 with 4.5 grams per liter dosage, the 2008 Extra Brut Grand Blanc is composed of vins clairs matured in barrel with blocked malolactic and vins clairs matured in tank that were allowed to complete malolactic. Exhibiting aromas of lemon oil, warm bread, hazelnut cream, wet stones and smoke, it's medium to full-bodied, ample and nicely concentrated, with a racy spine of acidity, a fine mousse and delicately chalky structure, concluding with a long and pure finish.In Bond£429.00 -
In Bond£325.00
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Wine Enthusiast (95)
This producer’s location and vineyards on the Montagne de Reims mean it is very much a Pinot Noir house. Full and concentrated, this Champagne sums up the richness possible from the grape. It is dry, textured and ready to age further. Drink from 2023.In Bond£339.00 -
(1x75cl) 1980
Vinous (94)
A wonderfully complete wine, the 1980 Clos des Goisses has it all. Here the Pinot is quite expressive in both the wine's flavor profile and weight. Rich, powerful and vinous, the 1980 is also a great example of how Goisses ages. I have always been partial to this vintage, as 1980 was the first Clos des Goisses I tasted. Today, many years later, it's great to see the wine is still in great shape. Although the 1980 won't hold on forever, it drinks beautifully today and should continue to deliver considerable pleasure over the next decade or so. Disgorged February 2007.In Bond£740.21 -
(1x75cl) 1982In Bond£1,044.33
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(6x150cl) 1998
Vinous (95)
(disgorged April, 2008) Bright yellow-gold with a slow stream of tiny bubbles. Expressive aromas of orange rind, pear, marzipan, lemon thyme and toasted bread, plus a hint of brown butter. Very rich and palate-coating, offering sweet orchard and pit fruit flavors and complicating notes of bitter citrus pith and smoky minerals. Quite open, with sexy floral and spice qualities on the long, sweet, nutty finish. I've little doubt that this Champagne will continue to age for years to come but there's plenty going on right now to warrant broaching a bottle if you have more than one.In Bond£2,689.00 -
Wine Advocate (95)
The 1999 Clos des Goisses flows from the glass with the essence of minerals, chalk, smoke, ash, white peaches, pears, flowers and sweet oak. This is a muscular, powerful wine that needs serious bottle age to come around, yet it possesses striking clarity and detail in its aromatics and flavors. Clos des Goisses is one of the most rewarding wines to drink when mature, and I have no doubt this will be another splendid version. This refined, sumptuous wine is not to be missed. Clos des Goisses is 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, and 30% of the wine was fermented in oak. This bottle was disgorged in March 2007. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2024.In Bond£5,407.00 -
Vinous (96)
The 2002 Clos des Goisses dazzles from start to finish. A huge, tropical Goisses, the 2002 pulses with exotic, tropical fruit wedded to a real sense of textural vinosity. Honey, almonds and yellow stone fruits are some of the many notes that blossom in the glass. The 2002 is just entering the very early part of its plateau of maturity, but it will continue to develop further nuance over the next 20-30 years. The level of complexity and overall sumptuousness make the 2002 nearly impossible to resist today. Disgorged November 2011.In Bond£1,171.00 -
(3x150cl) 2004
Vinous (97)
The 2004 Clos des Goisses is dense and powerful in the glass, with all of the pure, unbridled energy that has always been such a signature here. Hints of lemon peel, mint, spice and crushed rocks emerge with time in the glass, but, despite its considerable beauty and unquestioned pedigree, the 2004 is frankly years away from delivering the full Clos des Goisses experience. Disgorged February 2013.In Bond£1,237.00 -
(6x75cl) 2004
Vinous (97)
The 2004 Clos des Goisses is dense and powerful in the glass, with all of the pure, unbridled energy that has always been such a signature here. Hints of lemon peel, mint, spice and crushed rocks emerge with time in the glass, but, despite its considerable beauty and unquestioned pedigree, the 2004 is frankly years away from delivering the full Clos des Goisses experience. Disgorged February 2013.In Bond£1,142.00 -
Vinous (94)
The 2005 Clos des Goisses is easily one of the wines of what turned out to be a complicated vintage. Just beginning to show the early signs of aromatic complexity, the 2005 graces the palate with the essence of candied lemon, almonds, chamomile, apricot and wild herbs. The 2005 is not the most complex or pedigreed Goisses, but it drinks beautifully today and should continue to deliver pleasure for another 15-20 years, perhaps more.In Bond£870.00 -
(1x300cl) 2006
Vinous (96)
The 2006 Clos des Goisses is stellar, but it is also going to need quite a bit of time to come into its own. Powerful and ample in the best of the Goisses style, the 2006 hits the palate with serious intensity. Orchard fruits, lemon oil, white flowers and almonds are some of the many notes that open up in the glass, but, as is often the case with young Goisses, it is the wine's gravitas that is front and center. Even with all of its overtness, though, the 2006 retains striking, crystalline purity. I imagine the 2006 will reward Champagne lovers with many decades of truly exceptional drinking. The only thing the 2006 needs is time. The question is: How much?In Bond£660.00 -
Vinous (96)
The 2006 Clos des Goisses is stellar, but it is also going to need quite a bit of time to come into its own. Powerful and ample in the best of the Goisses style, the 2006 hits the palate with serious intensity. Orchard fruits, lemon oil, white flowers and almonds are some of the many notes that open up in the glass, but, as is often the case with young Goisses, it is the wine's gravitas that is front and center. Even with all of its overtness, though, the 2006 retains striking, crystalline purity. I imagine the 2006 will reward Champagne lovers with many decades of truly exceptional drinking. The only thing the 2006 needs is time. The question is: How much?In Bond£723.00 -
Vinous (96)
The 2006 Clos des Goisses is stellar, but it is also going to need quite a bit of time to come into its own. Powerful and ample in the best of the Goisses style, the 2006 hits the palate with serious intensity. Orchard fruits, lemon oil, white flowers and almonds are some of the many notes that open up in the glass, but, as is often the case with young Goisses, it is the wine's gravitas that is front and center. Even with all of its overtness, though, the 2006 retains striking, crystalline purity. I imagine the 2006 will reward Champagne lovers with many decades of truly exceptional drinking. The only thing the 2006 needs is time. The question is: How much?In Bond£938.00 -
Burghound (95)
This is a wine that I have followed since its release and like a number of 2007s, it took its sweet time to add depth and flesh out as it was exceptionally tightly wound, austere and seemingly just effervescence and citrus-tinged wine. Time however has worked its magic and this is much, indeed much, much more interesting than it was with elegant, airy and pure aromas of green apple, soft yeast, plenty of citrus and a Chablis-like shellfish and iodine hint. The racy and still almost painfully intense middle weight flavors are crisp, bone-dry and palate etching as the mousse is firm but fine, all wrapped in a mildly austere and wonderfully long finish. This exceptionally stylish effort could be enjoyed now or held for another 3 to 5 years first. Excellent and a classic vintage for Clos des Goisses. I would add that the 2007 doesn’t quite match the 1996 for sheer quality but it’s every bit as good as the 1998 and 2000 version.In Bond£850.00 -
Vinous (98)
The 2008 Clos des Goisses is just as impressive today as it has always been. Rich, dense and explosive, the 2008 exists in three dimensions, with remarkable textural depth and vertical intensity to burn. Clos des Goisses is notoriously slow to develop. Readers who can be patient will be treated to a spectacular Champagne. The blend is 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, which makes the 2008 a rare Clos des Goisses that favors Chardonnay. About 75% of the lots were fermented in oak. Disgorged April 2017. Dosage is 4.25 grams per liter.In Bond£1,294.00 -
Vinous (98)
The 2008 Clos des Goisses is just as impressive today as it has always been. Rich, dense and explosive, the 2008 exists in three dimensions, with remarkable textural depth and vertical intensity to burn. Clos des Goisses is notoriously slow to develop. Readers who can be patient will be treated to a spectacular Champagne. The blend is 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, which makes the 2008 a rare Clos des Goisses that favors Chardonnay. About 75% of the lots were fermented in oak. Disgorged April 2017. Dosage is 4.25 grams per liter.In Bond£187.00 -
Vinous (98)
The 2008 Clos des Goisses is just as impressive today as it has always been. Rich, dense and explosive, the 2008 exists in three dimensions, with remarkable textural depth and vertical intensity to burn. Clos des Goisses is notoriously slow to develop. Readers who can be patient will be treated to a spectacular Champagne. The blend is 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, which makes the 2008 a rare Clos des Goisses that favors Chardonnay. About 75% of the lots were fermented in oak. Disgorged April 2017. Dosage is 4.25 grams per liter.In Bond£1,515.00 -
Vinous (98)
The 2008 Clos des Goisses is just as impressive today as it has always been. Rich, dense and explosive, the 2008 exists in three dimensions, with remarkable textural depth and vertical intensity to burn. Clos des Goisses is notoriously slow to develop. Readers who can be patient will be treated to a spectacular Champagne. The blend is 55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir, which makes the 2008 a rare Clos des Goisses that favors Chardonnay. About 75% of the lots were fermented in oak. Disgorged April 2017. Dosage is 4.25 grams per liter.In Bond£1,030.00
