Champagne
Champagne, the epitome of elegance and celebration, is widely regarded as the pinnacle of sparkling wines. As one of the most prestigious wine regions in the world, Champagne has captured the hearts of wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs with its exceptional quality, refined craftsmanship, and iconic vineyards.
Historically, Champagne has been dominated by some world-acclaimed Champagne House, which source grapes and harvest from Champagne growers. These famous Grandes Marques include Louis Roederer (Cristal), Dom Pérignon, Krug, Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, and Bollinger, all of them are revered for their notable names that display unrivalled winemaking prestige and pedigree.
In the recent decade, the emerging Grower Champagne trend in Champagne is shaking up the industry by challenging the dominance of the big Champagne houses. These small-scale producers, also known as "Récoltant-Manipulant" or RM, grow their own grapes and produce their own Champagne, showcasing the unique terroir and character of their vineyards. Jacques Selosse, Ulysse Collin, and Champagne Vilmart & Cie are among the most prominent names in this trend, producing some truly artisanal and terroir-driven Champagnes.
Champagne is primarily made from three main grape varieties: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. These grapes are carefully selected and blended to create a harmonious and complex flavour profile. Chardonnay contributes elegance, freshness, and finesse, while Pinot Noir adds structure, depth, and fruitiness. Pinot Meunier brings a touch of roundness and vibrancy to the blend.
The region of Champagne is divided into several distinct sub-regions, including Montagne de Reims, Côte des Blancs, and Vallée de la Marne. Each sub-region has its unique terroir, characterized by variations in soil composition and microclimates, which influence the style and character of the wines produced.
Champagne offers various styles, from non-vintage blends to vintage cuvées and prestigious prestige cuvées. While Non-vintage Champagnes typically epitomise the house style, the vintage Champagnes are made from grapes harvested in one particular year (top vintages such as 1996, 2002, 2008 etc), in which these wines showcase the unique characteristics of the specific vintage.
The prestige cuvées, often the flagship wines of the renowned Champagne houses, are the pinnacle of excellence. These exceptional Champagnes are created using the finest grapes, the most meticulous winemaking techniques and often benefit from extended ageing to achieve unparalleled complexity and finesse.
Champagne is synonymous with celebration, elegance, and luxury. Its effervescent charm and timeless appeal have made it the drink of choice for countless special occasions and memorable moments. With its rich history, iconic vineyards, and unrivalled quality, Champagne continues to captivate wine enthusiasts and connoisseurs alike.
Champagne
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Champagne | 2 | 100 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£1,678.82 |
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James Suckling (100)This shows amazing freshness and depth of fruit while remaining agile and very clean. Full body, dense and layered on the palate. Goes on for minutes with each sip. Lots of mineral and chalk character too. A fabulous Champagne. A blend of half Pinot Noir and half Chardonnay. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£3,063.62 |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£2,602.82 |
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Vinous (96)The 1995 Dom Pérignon P2 is an under the radar gem from Dom Pérignon. Wonderfully open-knit, deep and expressive, the 1995 captivates all the senses with its heady, arrestingly beautiful personality. Chamomile, dried pear, orchard fruit and dried flowers all open up, but it is the wine’s total balance and harmony that stand out most. The 1995 has enough energy and vibrancy to drink well for many years to come. Simply put, the 1995 is a fabulous wine. I absolutely loved it. |
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Champagne | 2 | 98 (WS) |
Inc. VAT
£1,551.62 |
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Wine Spectator (98)Offers precision and finely detailed form, powered by an expansive palate of flavor. The layers of ripe crushed blackberry and glazed apricot fruit complement the saline-tinged minerality and oyster shell notes, graced by hints of pastry, honeycomb and exotic spice. Mouthwatering and persistent on the zesty finish. |
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Champagne | 3 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,755.62 |
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Vinous (94)The 1999 Dom Pérignon P2 is one of the most intriguing Champagnes I have tasted from Dom Pérignon in recent years. In fact, it was not included in a small vertical I tasted at the estate in March, but rather this is a bottle I tasted with friends in London. According to Chef de Caves Richard Geoffroy, the 1999 was a very small release and was only shipped to a few countries. What I admire most about the 1999 is its laser-like focus and intensity. In that sense, the 1999 is a bit atypical from other recent P2 releases, as it emphasizes a range of citrus and floral-driven bright notes more than the toasty quality these Champagnes tend to show after extended time on the lees. Regardless, I loved it. |
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Champagne | 1 | 97 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£1,269.62 |
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James Suckling (97)A Champagne that has turned to a very fine texture with dried pineapple and lemon character. Medium to full body, complex and flavorful palate. Shows length and beauty. Pie crust, cooked apple and lemon rind continue on the finish. A truly great 2000 with a combination of finesse and strength. It’s very, very minerally to a point of sea salt. It was disgorged in first half of 2016. Drink or hold. |
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Champagne | 13 | 99 (DC) |
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£1,401.62 |
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Decanter (99)And so from P1 methuselah to P2, which for Geoffroy ‘goes beyond Champagne’. P2, he continues, must be ‘deeper, richer, longer…better than P1' - otherwise why release it? Well, they haven't yet, although it's pencilled in for later in 2019. Here we have drive, vinosity and incredible length. The sweet and savoury balance indulges with a seductive embrace. Gustav Klimt in a glass maybe. Outstanding. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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£2,115.62 |
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From the revered Champagne region of France, Dom Perignon P2 Triology 1998,1999,2000 NV serves as a testament to the venerated winemaking skills of the eponymous Benedictine monk. Crafted in the esteemed cellars of Moët & Chandon, it endows a sublime exploration of three vintages, elegantly curated in a single trilogy production. Each bottle undergoes a precise méthode traditionelle, enriched by an extended lees-aging period, thereby intensifying its the wine's depth and complexity. Delicate effervescence unveils waves of elegant minerality, intertwined with notes of almond and ripe yellow fruits. Endowed with a vibrant yet graceful persona, the Dom Perignon P2 Triology 1998,1999,2000 seamlessly marries youthful vivacity with the unmistakable hints of a prolonged evolution. A rare piece of artistry in a trilogy format, preserving the luminosity inherent within each unique vintage, thus fulfilling the brand's acclaimed commitment to delivering vintage-only champagne. |
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Champagne | 1 | 97+ (JD) |
Inc. VAT
£1,161.62 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97+)The 2004 Champagne Plentitudes 2 is a stark contrast to the 2003 vintage and offers a more compact and linear expression, with energetic tension and persistence. Composed of 38% Chardonnay and the rest Pinot Noir, the nose is flush with wet stone reminiscent of great Chablis, along with white nectarine and white flowers. The palate runs seamless with a super-fine mousse, vibrant peach orchard fruit, and a silky mineral texture. This may well prove to be the longer-lived of the two wines. Drink 2024-2044. |
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Champagne | 1 | 97 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£3,435.14 |
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Vinous (97)Pale orange. Extraordinarily complex aromas of raspberry, strawberry, smoke, truffle, clove, Burgundian underbrush, brown butter, mint and game. Huge, rich and mouthfilling; glyceral and seamless, yet this dances on the palate. Intriguing minerally hint of gunsmoke. As complex as a great grand cru red Burgundy. Finish builds and builds. This has gained substantially in richness in the past year. |
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Champagne | 1 | 20 (JR) |
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£1,408.82 |
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Jancis Robinson (20)Magnum. Pungent and composed with massive energy. Lovely edge of freshness. Long and nuanced. So clean and pure. Long and lovely! |
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Champagne | 1 | 99 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£1,297.66 |
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James Suckling (99)A mind-blowing wine. This is super subtle and intense with aromas of peaches, light strawberry and cream. Also shows rose petal and cooked peaches. Medium to full body, with ultra-fine tannins that feel like fine silk. The finish goes on for mintutes. It floats across the palate. The winemaker says the closet vintage to this is the 1990, but I think this is better. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (DC) |
Inc. VAT
£993.62 |
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Decanter (98)The Dom Perignon Rosé 2006 is simply amazing. Notes of raspberry, spices and mint jump from the glass in a seductive combination. The texture in the mouth is of precise, crystalline, laser-like tannins in an opulent style. A very great success in a vintage that was not always easy in Champagne. |
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Champagne | 2 | 99 (JS) |
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£945.62 |
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James Suckling (99)This shows incredible depth of fruit with strawberry, cherry and phenolics. Full-bodied and layered with an incredible, three-dimensional element to the wine. This is so transparent and dynamic with dark fruit, yet it remains vivid and bright. Refined and precise, it goes on and on. Really savory, fresh and incredibly pinot-noir-like. What a wine. 13 years of maturation in the bottle. So drinkable now, but it will age for many years ahead. |
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Champagne | 2 | 98 (VN) |
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£1,006.82 |
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Vinous (98)The 2009 Dom Pérignon Rosé marks a return to a richer style of Rosé following the more ethereal 2008 Rosé. Sweet red cherry, blood orange, spice and pomegranate all build in a creamy, sensual DP Rosé that hits all the right spots. Over the last few years, Chef de Caves Vincent Chaperon and his team have lowered the still Pinot portion of the Rosé down to about 10% from a high of 28% or so, reached around 2004 and 2005. In 2009, the Rosé gains considerable textural presence from the generosity of the year. It is a superb Champagne. I preferred it to the 2008, which was also part of this tasting. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,622.42 |
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Champagne | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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£1,489.22 |
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James Suckling (99)A mind-blowing wine. This is super subtle and intense with aromas of peaches, light strawberry and cream. Also shows rose petal and cooked peaches. Medium to full body, with ultra-fine tannins that feel like fine silk. The finish goes on for mintutes. It floats across the palate. The winemaker says the closet vintage to this is the 1990, but I think this is better. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,687.22 |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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£1,497.62 |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (JS) |
Inc. VAT
£999.62 |
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James Suckling (98)This is a very thick, dense DP with layers of ripe fruit. Dried apple, pineapple and pie crust with some nougat undertones. Dense and layered with chewy tannins and a juicy finish. Umami undertone. This has the highest percentage of pinot noir ever. 15 years on the lees in bottle. 62% pinot noir and 38% chardonnay. Drink or hold. |
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Champagne | 20 | 97+ (VN) |
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£1,405.22 |
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Vinous (97+)The 2006 Dom Pérignon Rosé is every bit as captivating as it was last year, maybe even more so. At times powerful, but in other moments finessed, the 2006 constantly changes in the glass, revealing a different shade of its personality with every taste. Perhaps most importantly, the 2006 seems to have gained a level of precision and pure sophistication it did not show last year, when it was quite a bit less put together. Back then, the 2006 was a wine of tremendous potential; today that potential is starting to be realized. Quite simply, the 2006 Dom Pérignon Rosé is a magical Champagne. Don’t miss it. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£875.54 |
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The Duval Leroy Femme de Champagne Grand Cru 2002 is an exceptional indulgence for the discerning wine connoisseur. Originating from the renowned French champagne house of Duval Leroy, this prestige cuvée is meticulously crafted from the finest Grand Cru vineyards. Developing over a decade, its assembly encompasses 95% Chardonnay and 5% Pinot Noir grapes, infusing exquisite complexity. This vintage Champagne is revered for its impressive finesse and delicate effervescence. The palate vaunts ripe, sun-drenched fruits, subtle brioche nuances, and a refined minerality that exudes elegance. Aging in chalk cellars imparts an unrivalled depth of flavour and creamy, persistent finish. As a testament to its superior quality, Duval Leroy Femme de Champagne Grand Cru 2002 has clinched prestigious global accolades, firmly establishing its place among the finest champagnes. Toast your special occasions with this hallmark of luxury, promising a taste of ultimate sophistication. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98+ (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£957.62 |
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Wine Advocate (98+)A blend of the 2015 and 2014 vintages, Egly's emblematic NV Brut Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Les Crayères was disgorged this year with only one gram per liter dosage. Bursting with aromas of mirabelle plum, Anjou pear and green apple mingled with notions of freshly baked bread, honeycomb and praline, it's full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, its satiny attack segueing into a deep, layered mid-palate of striking texture and concentration. Concluding with a long, intensely saline finish, it's another brilliant wine from a great producer at the top of his form. |
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Champagne | 4 | - |
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£1,123.94 |
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Champagne | 2 | 95 (ALR) |
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Andreas Larsson (95)I must say that I was quite excited to taste the Champagne that everybody talked about, but no one tasted yet. A great reunion with my old friend, Rodolphe Péters whose champagne making skills are nothing less than exceptional. A ground-breaking style that blends Chardonnay from Côte de Blancs of which one part is the actual vintage, one part reserve wines and one part mature wines from bottle. The rosé part being Pinot Noir from Vertus made as a rosé de saignée blended just before bottling to keep the notion of youthful red fruity freshness. It shows a very gentle bright rosé colour and a vivid mousse with fine bubbles. The nose starts out elegantly – layered and nuanced with chalky notes, fresh hazelnut, marzipan, fresh butter, pink citrus and lemongrass. After some time in the glass the Pinot enters with aromas of crushed raspberry, cherry and pain d´épice. The palate is nicely built, showing great flavour intensity and an invigorating freshness. It´s classically bone dry (4,5 grams of dosage) with a chalky presence, balanced by a mellow creaminess. Flavours of marzipan, confit de citron and peach with layers of mature nuttiness and pastry. Elegantly built with great persistency and precision. Drinks truly well today but should certainly improve from further cellaring. |
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Champagne | 1 | 92 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£778.82 |
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Wine Advocate (92)From vins clairs vinified in 500-liter barrels, the 2018 Extra Brut Premier Cru Le Mont des Chrétiens offers up youthfully reductive aromas of pear, spices, white flowers and praline. Full-bodied, rich and fleshy, with lively acids and saline finish, it largely conceals its 13.6% alcohol, but it remains something of a heavyweight. |
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Champagne | 1 | 94 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£794.42 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2018 Extra Brut Premier Cru Le Mont Benoit unwinds in the glass with scents of orange oil, nectarine and peach mingled with hints of white flowers, buttery pastry and frangipane. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and precise, with a racy spine of acidity and a fine-boned, elegant profile, it concludes with a bright, chalky finish. |
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Champagne | 5 | - |
Inc. VAT
£825.62 |
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Champagne | 1 | 93.0 |
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£1,881.62 |
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Experience a unique symphony of flavour with the remarkable Guillaume Selosse Largillier NV. This astonishing creation originates from the prestigious region of Champagne, France, where Selosse family, a name synonymous with excellence in the wine world, has been crafting wines for generations. Guillaume, son of celebrated oenologist Anselme Selosse, employs thoughtful and traditional methodologies to create this award-winning spirit. Made predominantly from Chenin, with a mix of Chardonnay, this natural vinous champagne is aged and fermented in old barrels, bestowing complex and refined flavours upon each sip. The Guillaume Selosse Largillier NV refreshes the palate with a mélange of ripe fruits, honey, and toasted nuts notes, balanced opulently with a signature saline minerality. A visually striking golden-hued, it captivates the senses from the first glance to the lingering finish. Savour this extraordinary testament to Guillaume Selosse’s wine-making prowess, sure to delight the most discerning connoisseurs. |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£2,547.62 |
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Vinous (96)Kirsch, blood orange, dried autumn leaves, mint and Mirabelle plum give the NV Extra-Brut Mareuil-sur-Aÿ Sous Le Mont (2013) a wild, exotic bouquet that is immensely alluring. The Mareuil is always a bit unruly, but over the last few releases it has gained just a bit more finesse than in the past. This is such a great expression of Pinot Noir. Disgorged: February 25, 2020. |
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Champagne | 2 | 100 (JS) |
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£1,391.00 |
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James Suckling (100)This shows amazing freshness and depth of fruit while remaining agile and very clean. Full body, dense and layered on the palate. Goes on for minutes with each sip. Lots of mineral and chalk character too. A fabulous Champagne. A blend of half Pinot Noir and half Chardonnay. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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£2,545.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
£2,161.00 |
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Vinous (96)The 1995 Dom Pérignon P2 is an under the radar gem from Dom Pérignon. Wonderfully open-knit, deep and expressive, the 1995 captivates all the senses with its heady, arrestingly beautiful personality. Chamomile, dried pear, orchard fruit and dried flowers all open up, but it is the wine’s total balance and harmony that stand out most. The 1995 has enough energy and vibrancy to drink well for many years to come. Simply put, the 1995 is a fabulous wine. I absolutely loved it. |
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Champagne | 2 | 98 (WS) |
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£1,285.00 |
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Wine Spectator (98)Offers precision and finely detailed form, powered by an expansive palate of flavor. The layers of ripe crushed blackberry and glazed apricot fruit complement the saline-tinged minerality and oyster shell notes, graced by hints of pastry, honeycomb and exotic spice. Mouthwatering and persistent on the zesty finish. |
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Champagne | 3 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,455.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 1999 Dom Pérignon P2 is one of the most intriguing Champagnes I have tasted from Dom Pérignon in recent years. In fact, it was not included in a small vertical I tasted at the estate in March, but rather this is a bottle I tasted with friends in London. According to Chef de Caves Richard Geoffroy, the 1999 was a very small release and was only shipped to a few countries. What I admire most about the 1999 is its laser-like focus and intensity. In that sense, the 1999 is a bit atypical from other recent P2 releases, as it emphasizes a range of citrus and floral-driven bright notes more than the toasty quality these Champagnes tend to show after extended time on the lees. Regardless, I loved it. |
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Champagne | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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£1,050.00 |
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James Suckling (97)A Champagne that has turned to a very fine texture with dried pineapple and lemon character. Medium to full body, complex and flavorful palate. Shows length and beauty. Pie crust, cooked apple and lemon rind continue on the finish. A truly great 2000 with a combination of finesse and strength. It’s very, very minerally to a point of sea salt. It was disgorged in first half of 2016. Drink or hold. |
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Champagne | 13 | 99 (DC) |
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£1,160.00 |
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Decanter (99)And so from P1 methuselah to P2, which for Geoffroy ‘goes beyond Champagne’. P2, he continues, must be ‘deeper, richer, longer…better than P1' - otherwise why release it? Well, they haven't yet, although it's pencilled in for later in 2019. Here we have drive, vinosity and incredible length. The sweet and savoury balance indulges with a seductive embrace. Gustav Klimt in a glass maybe. Outstanding. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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£1,755.00 |
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From the revered Champagne region of France, Dom Perignon P2 Triology 1998,1999,2000 NV serves as a testament to the venerated winemaking skills of the eponymous Benedictine monk. Crafted in the esteemed cellars of Moët & Chandon, it endows a sublime exploration of three vintages, elegantly curated in a single trilogy production. Each bottle undergoes a precise méthode traditionelle, enriched by an extended lees-aging period, thereby intensifying its the wine's depth and complexity. Delicate effervescence unveils waves of elegant minerality, intertwined with notes of almond and ripe yellow fruits. Endowed with a vibrant yet graceful persona, the Dom Perignon P2 Triology 1998,1999,2000 seamlessly marries youthful vivacity with the unmistakable hints of a prolonged evolution. A rare piece of artistry in a trilogy format, preserving the luminosity inherent within each unique vintage, thus fulfilling the brand's acclaimed commitment to delivering vintage-only champagne. |
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Champagne | 1 | 97+ (JD) |
In Bond
£960.00 |
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Jeb Dunnuck (97+)The 2004 Champagne Plentitudes 2 is a stark contrast to the 2003 vintage and offers a more compact and linear expression, with energetic tension and persistence. Composed of 38% Chardonnay and the rest Pinot Noir, the nose is flush with wet stone reminiscent of great Chablis, along with white nectarine and white flowers. The palate runs seamless with a super-fine mousse, vibrant peach orchard fruit, and a silky mineral texture. This may well prove to be the longer-lived of the two wines. Drink 2024-2044. |
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Champagne | 1 | 97 (VN) |
In Bond
£2,853.00 |
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Vinous (97)Pale orange. Extraordinarily complex aromas of raspberry, strawberry, smoke, truffle, clove, Burgundian underbrush, brown butter, mint and game. Huge, rich and mouthfilling; glyceral and seamless, yet this dances on the palate. Intriguing minerally hint of gunsmoke. As complex as a great grand cru red Burgundy. Finish builds and builds. This has gained substantially in richness in the past year. |
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Champagne | 1 | 20 (JR) |
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£1,166.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (20)Magnum. Pungent and composed with massive energy. Lovely edge of freshness. Long and nuanced. So clean and pure. Long and lovely! |
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Champagne | 1 | 99 (JS) |
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£1,073.36 |
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James Suckling (99)A mind-blowing wine. This is super subtle and intense with aromas of peaches, light strawberry and cream. Also shows rose petal and cooked peaches. Medium to full body, with ultra-fine tannins that feel like fine silk. The finish goes on for mintutes. It floats across the palate. The winemaker says the closet vintage to this is the 1990, but I think this is better. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (DC) |
In Bond
£820.00 |
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Decanter (98)The Dom Perignon Rosé 2006 is simply amazing. Notes of raspberry, spices and mint jump from the glass in a seductive combination. The texture in the mouth is of precise, crystalline, laser-like tannins in an opulent style. A very great success in a vintage that was not always easy in Champagne. |
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Champagne | 2 | 99 (JS) |
In Bond
£780.00 |
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James Suckling (99)This shows incredible depth of fruit with strawberry, cherry and phenolics. Full-bodied and layered with an incredible, three-dimensional element to the wine. This is so transparent and dynamic with dark fruit, yet it remains vivid and bright. Refined and precise, it goes on and on. Really savory, fresh and incredibly pinot-noir-like. What a wine. 13 years of maturation in the bottle. So drinkable now, but it will age for many years ahead. |
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Champagne | 2 | 98 (VN) |
In Bond
£831.00 |
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Vinous (98)The 2009 Dom Pérignon Rosé marks a return to a richer style of Rosé following the more ethereal 2008 Rosé. Sweet red cherry, blood orange, spice and pomegranate all build in a creamy, sensual DP Rosé that hits all the right spots. Over the last few years, Chef de Caves Vincent Chaperon and his team have lowered the still Pinot portion of the Rosé down to about 10% from a high of 28% or so, reached around 2004 and 2005. In 2009, the Rosé gains considerable textural presence from the generosity of the year. It is a superb Champagne. I preferred it to the 2008, which was also part of this tasting. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,344.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | 99 (JS) |
In Bond
£1,233.00 |
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James Suckling (99)A mind-blowing wine. This is super subtle and intense with aromas of peaches, light strawberry and cream. Also shows rose petal and cooked peaches. Medium to full body, with ultra-fine tannins that feel like fine silk. The finish goes on for mintutes. It floats across the palate. The winemaker says the closet vintage to this is the 1990, but I think this is better. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,398.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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£1,240.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (JS) |
In Bond
£825.00 |
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James Suckling (98)This is a very thick, dense DP with layers of ripe fruit. Dried apple, pineapple and pie crust with some nougat undertones. Dense and layered with chewy tannins and a juicy finish. Umami undertone. This has the highest percentage of pinot noir ever. 15 years on the lees in bottle. 62% pinot noir and 38% chardonnay. Drink or hold. |
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Champagne | 20 | 97+ (VN) |
In Bond
£1,163.00 |
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Vinous (97+)The 2006 Dom Pérignon Rosé is every bit as captivating as it was last year, maybe even more so. At times powerful, but in other moments finessed, the 2006 constantly changes in the glass, revealing a different shade of its personality with every taste. Perhaps most importantly, the 2006 seems to have gained a level of precision and pure sophistication it did not show last year, when it was quite a bit less put together. Back then, the 2006 was a wine of tremendous potential; today that potential is starting to be realized. Quite simply, the 2006 Dom Pérignon Rosé is a magical Champagne. Don’t miss it. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£720.00 |
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The Duval Leroy Femme de Champagne Grand Cru 2002 is an exceptional indulgence for the discerning wine connoisseur. Originating from the renowned French champagne house of Duval Leroy, this prestige cuvée is meticulously crafted from the finest Grand Cru vineyards. Developing over a decade, its assembly encompasses 95% Chardonnay and 5% Pinot Noir grapes, infusing exquisite complexity. This vintage Champagne is revered for its impressive finesse and delicate effervescence. The palate vaunts ripe, sun-drenched fruits, subtle brioche nuances, and a refined minerality that exudes elegance. Aging in chalk cellars imparts an unrivalled depth of flavour and creamy, persistent finish. As a testament to its superior quality, Duval Leroy Femme de Champagne Grand Cru 2002 has clinched prestigious global accolades, firmly establishing its place among the finest champagnes. Toast your special occasions with this hallmark of luxury, promising a taste of ultimate sophistication. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98+ (WA) |
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£790.00 |
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Wine Advocate (98+)A blend of the 2015 and 2014 vintages, Egly's emblematic NV Brut Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Les Crayères was disgorged this year with only one gram per liter dosage. Bursting with aromas of mirabelle plum, Anjou pear and green apple mingled with notions of freshly baked bread, honeycomb and praline, it's full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, its satiny attack segueing into a deep, layered mid-palate of striking texture and concentration. Concluding with a long, intensely saline finish, it's another brilliant wine from a great producer at the top of his form. |
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Andreas Larsson (95)I must say that I was quite excited to taste the Champagne that everybody talked about, but no one tasted yet. A great reunion with my old friend, Rodolphe Péters whose champagne making skills are nothing less than exceptional. A ground-breaking style that blends Chardonnay from Côte de Blancs of which one part is the actual vintage, one part reserve wines and one part mature wines from bottle. The rosé part being Pinot Noir from Vertus made as a rosé de saignée blended just before bottling to keep the notion of youthful red fruity freshness. It shows a very gentle bright rosé colour and a vivid mousse with fine bubbles. The nose starts out elegantly – layered and nuanced with chalky notes, fresh hazelnut, marzipan, fresh butter, pink citrus and lemongrass. After some time in the glass the Pinot enters with aromas of crushed raspberry, cherry and pain d´épice. The palate is nicely built, showing great flavour intensity and an invigorating freshness. It´s classically bone dry (4,5 grams of dosage) with a chalky presence, balanced by a mellow creaminess. Flavours of marzipan, confit de citron and peach with layers of mature nuttiness and pastry. Elegantly built with great persistency and precision. Drinks truly well today but should certainly improve from further cellaring. |
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Champagne | 1 | 92 (WA) |
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£641.00 |
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Wine Advocate (92)From vins clairs vinified in 500-liter barrels, the 2018 Extra Brut Premier Cru Le Mont des Chrétiens offers up youthfully reductive aromas of pear, spices, white flowers and praline. Full-bodied, rich and fleshy, with lively acids and saline finish, it largely conceals its 13.6% alcohol, but it remains something of a heavyweight. |
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Champagne | 1 | 94 (WA) |
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£654.00 |
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Wine Advocate (94)The 2018 Extra Brut Premier Cru Le Mont Benoit unwinds in the glass with scents of orange oil, nectarine and peach mingled with hints of white flowers, buttery pastry and frangipane. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and precise, with a racy spine of acidity and a fine-boned, elegant profile, it concludes with a bright, chalky finish. |
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Champagne | 1 | 93.0 |
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Experience a unique symphony of flavour with the remarkable Guillaume Selosse Largillier NV. This astonishing creation originates from the prestigious region of Champagne, France, where Selosse family, a name synonymous with excellence in the wine world, has been crafting wines for generations. Guillaume, son of celebrated oenologist Anselme Selosse, employs thoughtful and traditional methodologies to create this award-winning spirit. Made predominantly from Chenin, with a mix of Chardonnay, this natural vinous champagne is aged and fermented in old barrels, bestowing complex and refined flavours upon each sip. The Guillaume Selosse Largillier NV refreshes the palate with a mélange of ripe fruits, honey, and toasted nuts notes, balanced opulently with a signature saline minerality. A visually striking golden-hued, it captivates the senses from the first glance to the lingering finish. Savour this extraordinary testament to Guillaume Selosse’s wine-making prowess, sure to delight the most discerning connoisseurs. |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (VN) |
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£2,115.00 |
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Vinous (96)Kirsch, blood orange, dried autumn leaves, mint and Mirabelle plum give the NV Extra-Brut Mareuil-sur-Aÿ Sous Le Mont (2013) a wild, exotic bouquet that is immensely alluring. The Mareuil is always a bit unruly, but over the last few releases it has gained just a bit more finesse than in the past. This is such a great expression of Pinot Noir. Disgorged: February 25, 2020. |
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