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Experience the finest from Chablis with the Louis Moreau Chablis Valmur Grand Cru 2019. Produced by the esteemed Louis Moreau, a family-owned domain with an illustrious 200-year-old wine-making legacy, this sublime tipple is nothing less than remarkable. Hailing from the premier vineyards of Valmur, an appellation highly reputed for its unique Kimmeridgian clay and limestone soils, this Grand Cru is the epitome of terroir expression. Grapes are hand-harvested and aged with precision on lees for over a year, ensuring an extraordinary depth of flavour. It's an elegant offering, delicately poised between refreshing minerality and rich, seductive fruitiness, with white peach, lemon zest and oyster shell notes. Louis Moreau Chablis Valmur Grand Cru 2019 is an exceptional bottle, perfect for the discerning palate, and a testament to the mastery of Chardonnay in Chablis. Indulge in the authentic taste of tradition, finesse, and extraordinary elegance.
Inc. VAT£333.49 -
(6x75cl) 2019The Louis Remy Fixin Entre Deux Velles 2019 is a remarkable act of winemaking, emanating from the grand terroirs of Burgundy, France. Steeped in the traditional method of macération and ageing in french oak barrels, it reflects an exemplary charm. The House of Louis Remy, esteemed for over two centuries of history, champions this wine, boasting of its intricate balance of depth and complexity.
With a viticultural process firmly rooted in respect for nature, this impeccable Pinot Noir showcases pronounced aromas of fresh red and black fruits, melded with floral notes and a hint of spice. This Louis Remy Fixin Entre Deux Velles 2019, exhibits an approachable tannin structure yet retains a remarkable intensity and length.
This vintage promises a truly hedonistic tasting experience, illustrious of its origins. On the palate, it delivers a burst of vibrant flavours, encapsulating the sheer elegance that has come to be associated with Louis Remy Fixin Entre Deux Velles 2019.
Inc. VAT£309.34 -
(12x75cl) 2015The Louis Remy Gevrey-Chambertin Les Seuvrees 2015 hails from the renowned Gevrey-Chambertin region of Burgundy, France. This exquisite product of traditional vinification blends the powerful earthiness of old vine Pinot Noir with the rich allure of French oak. Reviving ancestral methods, Louis Remy employs natural fermentation, extended maceration, and ageing in traditional French barriques to deliver a wine replete with character and lasting complexity. The nose of this wine is intensely aromatic, with notes of black cherry, wild raspberry, and subtle hints of forest floor. The firm tannins and persistent minerality lend it a robust structure, while the carefully orchestrated acidity ensures excellent ageing potential. Rare and sought-after, the Louis Remy Gevrey-Chambertin Les Seuvrees 2015 is a testament to the expertise of its eponymous winemaker and the richness of the Burgundian terroir. Indulge in the luxury of this elegant and refined wine— a signature of Louis Remy's dedication to quality.
Inc. VAT£929.20 -
(12x75cl) 2016Indulge in the exquisite Louis Remy Gevrey-Chambertin Les Seuvrees 2016, a truly remarkable Burgundy hailing from the acclaimed winemaking region of Gevrey-Chambertin in France. Conceived by esteemed vintner Louis Remy, this sumptuous Red showcases the unparalleled skill and craftsmanship of one of Burgundy's most revered producers.
Grown in the prestigious Les Seuvrees vineyard, renowned for its mineral-rich soil, this vintage offers an extraordinary balance of power and elegance. The maturation process in French oak barrels leaves an indelible imprint, culminating in richly layered flavours that transcend the typical Pinot Noir.
Brilliant ruby in hue, the Louis Remy Gevrey-Chambertin Les Seuvrees 2016 captivates with an intoxicating bouquet of ripe red fruits and delicate spices, underlain with a subtle earthiness. Impeccably structured and beautifully refined, it encompasses a wealth of complexity waiting to be unearthed. Immerse in its eloquent narrative as it unfolds sip by sublime sip.
Inc. VAT£777.84 -
Exotic and luxurious, the Louis Remy Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Clos Ormes 2020 is a quintessentially Burgundian expression of the Pinot Noir grape. Harvested from century-old vines in Morey-Saint-Denis, a highly sought-after appellation in France's Côte de Nuits region, this wine embodies the lauded artistry of its venerated producer, Louis Remy. Remy's commitment to low-yield, high-quality viticulture is epitomised in this Premier Cru single vineyard masterpiece.
The 2020 vintage offered optimal growing conditions, rendering this wine a well-constructed symphony of layered complexities. Bottled unfiltered, the Louis Remy Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Clos Ormes 2020 superbly balances intense forest fruit flavours with a velvety texture and a lingering finish imparted by 18 months aging in French oak barrels. Its seductive grace is underpinned by robust tannic structure, suggesting great longevity. A must-have addition for any discerning wine collector's cellar.
Inc. VAT£1,170.41 -
(6x75cl) 2008Wine Advocate (95)
The 2008 Blanc de Blancs offers a very subtle and substantial, multi-layered bouquet of wet chalk, hazelnuts, stewed apples, lemons, toast, jasmine. Full-bodied and vibrant, this is a highly elegant, very mineral, pure, fresh, firm, tense and persistent Champagne of great complexity. It is still very young but has a great aging potential.Inc. VAT£951.20 -
Wine Advocate (93)
From a difficult year (no Cristal, no Vintage) with a wet summer and a harvest already in August (like 2017 and most probably also 2018), Roederer's soon-to-be-released 2011 Blanc de Blancs offers a clear, bright, fresh and very delicate and floral bouquet with almond, hazelnut and nougat aromas. Sourced entirely in Avize (toward Cramant in the north and Oger in the south), where Chardonnay behaved quite well that year, as Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon put it. He noted that the 2011 Blanc de Blancs comes along like a Crémant from the Loire Valley rather than a Champagne from the Côte des Blancs due to its low pressure. Thirty percent of the cuvée was fermented in oak (in 2017, it's 32%) to give a more rich and round style of Blanc de Blancs since the characteristic salinity comes in the finish anyway. We like texture! That's why we pick very ripe grapes at 11% alcohol. We don't chaptalize, and—since 1930—we don't need malolactic fermentation here. We just reduce the pressure to ensure a fuller, richer flow of bubbles. In fact, the 2011 is deliciously rich and charming but also pure, highly delicate (if not tender) and lifted by an airy freshness. The finish is pure and salty and underlines the great elegance, finesse and supple lightness of the 2011. To tell you the truth, this is a damn good 2011! Disgorged in January 2018; tasted May 2018.Inc. VAT£478.24 -
(6x75cl) 2013Vinous (93)
Roederer’s 2013 Blanc de Blancs is fabulous. A blend taken from the extreme north and south portions of Avize, the 2013 races out of the glass with stunning Chardonnay purity and finesse. Light on its feet, brilliant and full of energy, the 2013 is off the charts gorgeous. Lemon confit, mint and white flowers are some of the nuances that caress the palate. The Blanc de Blancs is bottled with 4 atmospheres of pressure (as opposed to the more common 5-6), which gives softer contours and an extra degree of suppleness. The Blanc de Blancs is one again the under the radar jewel in the Roederer range. Dosage is 8 grams per liter.Inc. VAT£745.84 -
(6x75cl) 2016James Suckling (96)
Enveloping nose of fresh wheat and white tree fruits plus lemon zest freshness and a touch of flint. Stunning balance of creaminess from sur lie maturation with elegant and mineral acidity. Very long finish that’s simultaneously pristine, chalky and silky. From four plots in the Grand Cru village of Avize. Finished at just 4.5 atmospheres of pressure, which is deliberately below the norm of six. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or hold.Inc. VAT£560.66 -
James Suckling (95)
This is very minerally and stony, with chalk and salt and oyster-shell undertones. It’s full-bodied and layered, yet remains intense with a lively finish. Done dry. Umami. No dosage. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Field blend from a single plot in Cumieres. Better in a few years. Drink or hold.Inc. VAT£156.89 -
James Suckling (95)
This is very minerally and stony, with chalk and salt and oyster-shell undertones. It’s full-bodied and layered, yet remains intense with a lively finish. Done dry. Umami. No dosage. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Field blend from a single plot in Cumieres. Better in a few years. Drink or hold.Inc. VAT£485.06 -
James Suckling (93)
Crisp, tangy and focused, with aromas of raspberries, biscuits, watermelon, seashells, lemons and pink grapefruit. Sharp acidity with very fine bubbles. Field blend from a single plot in Cumieres. 80% field blend of chardonnay, pinot meunier, pinot noir, pinot blanc, arbanne and petit meslier, with 20% of cold-soaked pinot noir. Mineral and bone dry. Dosage 0g/L. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink or hold.Inc. VAT£397.46 -
(1x150cl) NVWine Spectator (92)
An elegant Champagne in an aperitif style, with flavors of crushed blackberry, biscuit, spring blossom and Meyer lemon zest riding the finely detailed bead, underscored by a streak of salinity that emerges on the fresh finish.Inc. VAT£241.58 -
Wine Spectator (92)
An elegant Champagne in an aperitif style, with flavors of crushed blackberry, biscuit, spring blossom and Meyer lemon zest riding the finely detailed bead, underscored by a streak of salinity that emerges on the fresh finish.Inc. VAT£337.84 -
(1x75cl) 2012Jancis Robinson (17)
62% Cumières Pinot Noir, 38% north-facing Chardonnay in Chouilly. Disgorged early 2017. They keep the Pinot Noir at 4 °C and encourage a long maceration so it’s still juice. When the colour is right they rack and add the Chardonnay juice and then ferment them together. Lécaillon says they don’t make a non-vintage rosé because the colour is not consistent.Inc. VAT£106.51 -
Vinous (93)
The 2013 Vintage shows the compelling interplay of ripeness and high acids that are so typical of the year. The Vintage is built on a core of Pinot from Verzy, with Chardonnay from Chouilly, on the Cramant border. Constantly changing in the glass, the 2013 is a fabulous Champagne will reward readers with many years of exceptional drinking. The saltiness of Chouilly Chardonnay is a wonderful foil for Pinot here. Chef de Caves Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon continues to bump up the Pinot here, as he takes the Vintage back to the blend that was used in the 1840s. Dosage is 8.5 grams per liter.Inc. VAT£162.91 -
Vinous (93)
The 2013 Vintage shows the compelling interplay of ripeness and high acids that are so typical of the year. The Vintage is built on a core of Pinot from Verzy, with Chardonnay from Chouilly, on the Cramant border. Constantly changing in the glass, the 2013 is a fabulous Champagne will reward readers with many years of exceptional drinking. The saltiness of Chouilly Chardonnay is a wonderful foil for Pinot here. Chef de Caves Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon continues to bump up the Pinot here, as he takes the Vintage back to the blend that was used in the 1840s. Dosage is 8.5 grams per liter.Inc. VAT£555.04 -
Vinous (90)
The 2016 Brut Rosé is charming. Soft and inviting, the 2016 will drink beautifully right out of the gate. Readers will find a beautifully perfumed, gracious Rosé. The 2016 is not the richest or most complex vintage Rosé Roederer has released lately, but it is impeccably balanced and very easy to enjoy for its sensual personality. If I have one critique, is that the dosage feels a bit high. Dosage is 8 grams per liter.Inc. VAT£467.06 -
Inc. VAT£397.46 -
Decanter (97)
Softly shimmering straw gold, green tints, with a delicate filigree dancing at will around the glass. The nose is gently authoritative; spring flowers garlanding stone fruit, a hint of hawthorn maybe, then lemongrass. The palate has encyclopaedic depth, the intricacies of the Perpetual Reserve weaving their early magic; almond, sloe, gingerbread and apples; the finish has a pleasing twist of bitterness, courtesy the small percentage of oak-aged reserve wine. Maybe the dosage can come down even further, such is the engaging and subtle complexity harnessed elsewhere?Inc. VAT£150.41 -
Decanter (97)
Softly shimmering straw gold, green tints, with a delicate filigree dancing at will around the glass. The nose is gently authoritative; spring flowers garlanding stone fruit, a hint of hawthorn maybe, then lemongrass. The palate has encyclopaedic depth, the intricacies of the Perpetual Reserve weaving their early magic; almond, sloe, gingerbread and apples; the finish has a pleasing twist of bitterness, courtesy the small percentage of oak-aged reserve wine. Maybe the dosage can come down even further, such is the engaging and subtle complexity harnessed elsewhere?Inc. VAT£370.24 -
(12x37.5cl) NVJames Suckling (94)
Dried-lemon, apricot, green-apple, salted-almond, walnut and light caramel notes. Vinous and layered, with small and tight bubbles. Excellent focus and intensity. Based on 2018, with reserve wines going back to 2009. Dosage 8g/L. Drink now.Inc. VAT£409.46 -
James Suckling (94)
Dried-lemon, apricot, green-apple, salted-almond, walnut and light caramel notes. Vinous and layered, with small and tight bubbles. Excellent focus and intensity. Based on 2018, with reserve wines going back to 2009. Dosage 8g/L. Drink now.Inc. VAT£161.21 -
James Suckling (94)
Dried-lemon, apricot, green-apple, salted-almond, walnut and light caramel notes. Vinous and layered, with small and tight bubbles. Excellent focus and intensity. Based on 2018, with reserve wines going back to 2009. Dosage 8g/L. Drink now.Inc. VAT£283.46 -
James Suckling (94)
The first impression is as invigorating as a sea breeze. I love the interplay of mirabelle, grapefruit and lychee fruit with minty freshness and waxiness from lees contact. And all this is welded to a beautifully proportioned palate with plenty of structure, the acidity bright and the mousse animating. Very salty finish that pulls you back for more. A cuvee of 41% chardonnay, 33% pinot noir and 26% pinot meunier. Of these, 15% fermented in oak and 85% in stainless steel. The final blend contained 36% reserve perpetual and 10% reserve wines of the 2012 - 2018 vintage from oak. The dosage is 7 g/l. Drink or hold.Inc. VAT£318.26 -
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(1x75cl) 1988Vinous (100)
The 1988 Cristal (magnum) is a wine of exquisite beauty and total refinement. Chardonnay drives the balance in a deep, vertical Champagne endowed with tremendous concentration and pure power. Lemon confit, wild flowers, mint and marzipan are some of the many notes that lift from the glass, but what stands out most about the 1988 is its extraordinary aromatic breadth and the sheer concentration of the flavors. “I really suffered with these wines," Lécaillon told me. “When I joined Roederer in 1989, these were the first vins clairs I tasted. I almost said: ‘I’m leaving. I can’t do this all my life.’ The wines were so hard to taste when they were young. So hard.” This is a late disgorgement from 2007. There is not a whole lot of doubt that nearly 20 years on the lees has transformed Cristal in magnum from a profound wine to something even more extraordinary. The 1988 is a rare Cristal in which Chardonnay drives the blend, composed of 54% Chardonnay and 46% Pinot Noir.Inc. VAT£786.79 -
(1x150cl) 1989Jancis Robinson (19)
Massive scale. Very, very ripe nose but with great tension on the palate. Much more acidity and nerve than the 1990. Chardonnay much in evidence. See comments below on the relative merits of these two vintages in Champagne.Inc. VAT£1,439.18 -
(1x75cl) 1995
James Suckling (97)
From the family collection, disgorged ten years after harvest, slightly lower than original dosage. Shows some malolactic honeyed character (rare in Cristal at 20-25%), a cool late September harvest with a poor set and high millerandage in the vineyard. This shows more dominant chardonnay on the nose with sweet honey and nougat, some dried lime citrus too, it also has an earthy side and some deep spice. The palate has almost cognac-like fruits, toasted brioche and raisin bread flavours, very assertive, concentrated, a liqueur-like Champagne that has a lot of potential and great length. -NSInc. VAT£632.11 -
Jancis Robinson (19)
Still pale straw. Really exciting interest on the nose. Hints of gingerbread and electricity(!). Such creamy texture and some baked apples but real grip and tension. This is just coming into its own – demonstrating how long one should ideally wait for Cristal… Great undertow of both fruit and structure.Inc. VAT£760.51
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Experience the finest from Chablis with the Louis Moreau Chablis Valmur Grand Cru 2019. Produced by the esteemed Louis Moreau, a family-owned domain with an illustrious 200-year-old wine-making legacy, this sublime tipple is nothing less than remarkable. Hailing from the premier vineyards of Valmur, an appellation highly reputed for its unique Kimmeridgian clay and limestone soils, this Grand Cru is the epitome of terroir expression. Grapes are hand-harvested and aged with precision on lees for over a year, ensuring an extraordinary depth of flavour. It's an elegant offering, delicately poised between refreshing minerality and rich, seductive fruitiness, with white peach, lemon zest and oyster shell notes. Louis Moreau Chablis Valmur Grand Cru 2019 is an exceptional bottle, perfect for the discerning palate, and a testament to the mastery of Chardonnay in Chablis. Indulge in the authentic taste of tradition, finesse, and extraordinary elegance.
In Bond£260.00 -
(6x75cl) 2019
The Louis Remy Fixin Entre Deux Velles 2019 is a remarkable act of winemaking, emanating from the grand terroirs of Burgundy, France. Steeped in the traditional method of macération and ageing in french oak barrels, it reflects an exemplary charm. The House of Louis Remy, esteemed for over two centuries of history, champions this wine, boasting of its intricate balance of depth and complexity.
With a viticultural process firmly rooted in respect for nature, this impeccable Pinot Noir showcases pronounced aromas of fresh red and black fruits, melded with floral notes and a hint of spice. This Louis Remy Fixin Entre Deux Velles 2019, exhibits an approachable tannin structure yet retains a remarkable intensity and length.
This vintage promises a truly hedonistic tasting experience, illustrious of its origins. On the palate, it delivers a burst of vibrant flavours, encapsulating the sheer elegance that has come to be associated with Louis Remy Fixin Entre Deux Velles 2019.
In Bond£237.11 -
(12x75cl) 2015
The Louis Remy Gevrey-Chambertin Les Seuvrees 2015 hails from the renowned Gevrey-Chambertin region of Burgundy, France. This exquisite product of traditional vinification blends the powerful earthiness of old vine Pinot Noir with the rich allure of French oak. Reviving ancestral methods, Louis Remy employs natural fermentation, extended maceration, and ageing in traditional French barriques to deliver a wine replete with character and lasting complexity. The nose of this wine is intensely aromatic, with notes of black cherry, wild raspberry, and subtle hints of forest floor. The firm tannins and persistent minerality lend it a robust structure, while the carefully orchestrated acidity ensures excellent ageing potential. Rare and sought-after, the Louis Remy Gevrey-Chambertin Les Seuvrees 2015 is a testament to the expertise of its eponymous winemaker and the richness of the Burgundian terroir. Indulge in the luxury of this elegant and refined wine— a signature of Louis Remy's dedication to quality.
In Bond£732.99 -
(12x75cl) 2016
Indulge in the exquisite Louis Remy Gevrey-Chambertin Les Seuvrees 2016, a truly remarkable Burgundy hailing from the acclaimed winemaking region of Gevrey-Chambertin in France. Conceived by esteemed vintner Louis Remy, this sumptuous Red showcases the unparalleled skill and craftsmanship of one of Burgundy's most revered producers.
Grown in the prestigious Les Seuvrees vineyard, renowned for its mineral-rich soil, this vintage offers an extraordinary balance of power and elegance. The maturation process in French oak barrels leaves an indelible imprint, culminating in richly layered flavours that transcend the typical Pinot Noir.
Brilliant ruby in hue, the Louis Remy Gevrey-Chambertin Les Seuvrees 2016 captivates with an intoxicating bouquet of ripe red fruits and delicate spices, underlain with a subtle earthiness. Impeccably structured and beautifully refined, it encompasses a wealth of complexity waiting to be unearthed. Immerse in its eloquent narrative as it unfolds sip by sublime sip.
In Bond£612.37 -
Exotic and luxurious, the Louis Remy Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Clos Ormes 2020 is a quintessentially Burgundian expression of the Pinot Noir grape. Harvested from century-old vines in Morey-Saint-Denis, a highly sought-after appellation in France's Côte de Nuits region, this wine embodies the lauded artistry of its venerated producer, Louis Remy. Remy's commitment to low-yield, high-quality viticulture is epitomised in this Premier Cru single vineyard masterpiece.
The 2020 vintage offered optimal growing conditions, rendering this wine a well-constructed symphony of layered complexities. Bottled unfiltered, the Louis Remy Morey-Saint-Denis 1er Cru Clos Ormes 2020 superbly balances intense forest fruit flavours with a velvety texture and a lingering finish imparted by 18 months aging in French oak barrels. Its seductive grace is underpinned by robust tannic structure, suggesting great longevity. A must-have addition for any discerning wine collector's cellar.
In Bond£934.00 -
(6x75cl) 2008
Wine Advocate (95)
The 2008 Blanc de Blancs offers a very subtle and substantial, multi-layered bouquet of wet chalk, hazelnuts, stewed apples, lemons, toast, jasmine. Full-bodied and vibrant, this is a highly elegant, very mineral, pure, fresh, firm, tense and persistent Champagne of great complexity. It is still very young but has a great aging potential.In Bond£772.00 -
Wine Advocate (93)
From a difficult year (no Cristal, no Vintage) with a wet summer and a harvest already in August (like 2017 and most probably also 2018), Roederer's soon-to-be-released 2011 Blanc de Blancs offers a clear, bright, fresh and very delicate and floral bouquet with almond, hazelnut and nougat aromas. Sourced entirely in Avize (toward Cramant in the north and Oger in the south), where Chardonnay behaved quite well that year, as Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon put it. He noted that the 2011 Blanc de Blancs comes along like a Crémant from the Loire Valley rather than a Champagne from the Côte des Blancs due to its low pressure. Thirty percent of the cuvée was fermented in oak (in 2017, it's 32%) to give a more rich and round style of Blanc de Blancs since the characteristic salinity comes in the finish anyway. We like texture! That's why we pick very ripe grapes at 11% alcohol. We don't chaptalize, and—since 1930—we don't need malolactic fermentation here. We just reduce the pressure to ensure a fuller, richer flow of bubbles. In fact, the 2011 is deliciously rich and charming but also pure, highly delicate (if not tender) and lifted by an airy freshness. The finish is pure and salty and underlines the great elegance, finesse and supple lightness of the 2011. To tell you the truth, this is a damn good 2011! Disgorged in January 2018; tasted May 2018.In Bond£382.00 -
(6x75cl) 2013
Vinous (93)
Roederer’s 2013 Blanc de Blancs is fabulous. A blend taken from the extreme north and south portions of Avize, the 2013 races out of the glass with stunning Chardonnay purity and finesse. Light on its feet, brilliant and full of energy, the 2013 is off the charts gorgeous. Lemon confit, mint and white flowers are some of the nuances that caress the palate. The Blanc de Blancs is bottled with 4 atmospheres of pressure (as opposed to the more common 5-6), which gives softer contours and an extra degree of suppleness. The Blanc de Blancs is one again the under the radar jewel in the Roederer range. Dosage is 8 grams per liter.In Bond£605.00 -
(6x75cl) 2016
James Suckling (96)
Enveloping nose of fresh wheat and white tree fruits plus lemon zest freshness and a touch of flint. Stunning balance of creaminess from sur lie maturation with elegant and mineral acidity. Very long finish that’s simultaneously pristine, chalky and silky. From four plots in the Grand Cru village of Avize. Finished at just 4.5 atmospheres of pressure, which is deliberately below the norm of six. From biodynamically grown grapes. Drink or hold.In Bond£450.00 -
James Suckling (95)
This is very minerally and stony, with chalk and salt and oyster-shell undertones. It’s full-bodied and layered, yet remains intense with a lively finish. Done dry. Umami. No dosage. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Field blend from a single plot in Cumieres. Better in a few years. Drink or hold.In Bond£125.00 -
James Suckling (95)
This is very minerally and stony, with chalk and salt and oyster-shell undertones. It’s full-bodied and layered, yet remains intense with a lively finish. Done dry. Umami. No dosage. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Field blend from a single plot in Cumieres. Better in a few years. Drink or hold.In Bond£387.00 -
James Suckling (93)
Crisp, tangy and focused, with aromas of raspberries, biscuits, watermelon, seashells, lemons and pink grapefruit. Sharp acidity with very fine bubbles. Field blend from a single plot in Cumieres. 80% field blend of chardonnay, pinot meunier, pinot noir, pinot blanc, arbanne and petit meslier, with 20% of cold-soaked pinot noir. Mineral and bone dry. Dosage 0g/L. From biodynamically grown grapes with Demeter certification. Drink or hold.In Bond£314.00 -
(1x150cl) NV
Wine Spectator (92)
An elegant Champagne in an aperitif style, with flavors of crushed blackberry, biscuit, spring blossom and Meyer lemon zest riding the finely detailed bead, underscored by a streak of salinity that emerges on the fresh finish.In Bond£196.00 -
Wine Spectator (92)
An elegant Champagne in an aperitif style, with flavors of crushed blackberry, biscuit, spring blossom and Meyer lemon zest riding the finely detailed bead, underscored by a streak of salinity that emerges on the fresh finish.In Bond£265.00 -
(1x75cl) 2012
Jancis Robinson (17)
62% Cumières Pinot Noir, 38% north-facing Chardonnay in Chouilly. Disgorged early 2017. They keep the Pinot Noir at 4 °C and encourage a long maceration so it’s still juice. When the colour is right they rack and add the Chardonnay juice and then ferment them together. Lécaillon says they don’t make a non-vintage rosé because the colour is not consistent.In Bond£86.00 -
Vinous (93)
The 2013 Vintage shows the compelling interplay of ripeness and high acids that are so typical of the year. The Vintage is built on a core of Pinot from Verzy, with Chardonnay from Chouilly, on the Cramant border. Constantly changing in the glass, the 2013 is a fabulous Champagne will reward readers with many years of exceptional drinking. The saltiness of Chouilly Chardonnay is a wonderful foil for Pinot here. Chef de Caves Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon continues to bump up the Pinot here, as he takes the Vintage back to the blend that was used in the 1840s. Dosage is 8.5 grams per liter.In Bond£133.00 -
Vinous (93)
The 2013 Vintage shows the compelling interplay of ripeness and high acids that are so typical of the year. The Vintage is built on a core of Pinot from Verzy, with Chardonnay from Chouilly, on the Cramant border. Constantly changing in the glass, the 2013 is a fabulous Champagne will reward readers with many years of exceptional drinking. The saltiness of Chouilly Chardonnay is a wonderful foil for Pinot here. Chef de Caves Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon continues to bump up the Pinot here, as he takes the Vintage back to the blend that was used in the 1840s. Dosage is 8.5 grams per liter.In Bond£446.00 -
Vinous (90)
The 2016 Brut Rosé is charming. Soft and inviting, the 2016 will drink beautifully right out of the gate. Readers will find a beautifully perfumed, gracious Rosé. The 2016 is not the richest or most complex vintage Rosé Roederer has released lately, but it is impeccably balanced and very easy to enjoy for its sensual personality. If I have one critique, is that the dosage feels a bit high. Dosage is 8 grams per liter.In Bond£372.00 -
In Bond£314.00
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Decanter (97)
Softly shimmering straw gold, green tints, with a delicate filigree dancing at will around the glass. The nose is gently authoritative; spring flowers garlanding stone fruit, a hint of hawthorn maybe, then lemongrass. The palate has encyclopaedic depth, the intricacies of the Perpetual Reserve weaving their early magic; almond, sloe, gingerbread and apples; the finish has a pleasing twist of bitterness, courtesy the small percentage of oak-aged reserve wine. Maybe the dosage can come down even further, such is the engaging and subtle complexity harnessed elsewhere?In Bond£120.00 -
Decanter (97)
Softly shimmering straw gold, green tints, with a delicate filigree dancing at will around the glass. The nose is gently authoritative; spring flowers garlanding stone fruit, a hint of hawthorn maybe, then lemongrass. The palate has encyclopaedic depth, the intricacies of the Perpetual Reserve weaving their early magic; almond, sloe, gingerbread and apples; the finish has a pleasing twist of bitterness, courtesy the small percentage of oak-aged reserve wine. Maybe the dosage can come down even further, such is the engaging and subtle complexity harnessed elsewhere?In Bond£292.00 -
(12x37.5cl) NV
James Suckling (94)
Dried-lemon, apricot, green-apple, salted-almond, walnut and light caramel notes. Vinous and layered, with small and tight bubbles. Excellent focus and intensity. Based on 2018, with reserve wines going back to 2009. Dosage 8g/L. Drink now.In Bond£324.00 -
James Suckling (94)
Dried-lemon, apricot, green-apple, salted-almond, walnut and light caramel notes. Vinous and layered, with small and tight bubbles. Excellent focus and intensity. Based on 2018, with reserve wines going back to 2009. Dosage 8g/L. Drink now.In Bond£129.00 -
James Suckling (94)
Dried-lemon, apricot, green-apple, salted-almond, walnut and light caramel notes. Vinous and layered, with small and tight bubbles. Excellent focus and intensity. Based on 2018, with reserve wines going back to 2009. Dosage 8g/L. Drink now.In Bond£219.00 -
James Suckling (94)
The first impression is as invigorating as a sea breeze. I love the interplay of mirabelle, grapefruit and lychee fruit with minty freshness and waxiness from lees contact. And all this is welded to a beautifully proportioned palate with plenty of structure, the acidity bright and the mousse animating. Very salty finish that pulls you back for more. A cuvee of 41% chardonnay, 33% pinot noir and 26% pinot meunier. Of these, 15% fermented in oak and 85% in stainless steel. The final blend contained 36% reserve perpetual and 10% reserve wines of the 2012 - 2018 vintage from oak. The dosage is 7 g/l. Drink or hold.In Bond£248.00 -
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(1x75cl) 1988
Vinous (100)
The 1988 Cristal (magnum) is a wine of exquisite beauty and total refinement. Chardonnay drives the balance in a deep, vertical Champagne endowed with tremendous concentration and pure power. Lemon confit, wild flowers, mint and marzipan are some of the many notes that lift from the glass, but what stands out most about the 1988 is its extraordinary aromatic breadth and the sheer concentration of the flavors. “I really suffered with these wines," Lécaillon told me. “When I joined Roederer in 1989, these were the first vins clairs I tasted. I almost said: ‘I’m leaving. I can’t do this all my life.’ The wines were so hard to taste when they were young. So hard.” This is a late disgorgement from 2007. There is not a whole lot of doubt that nearly 20 years on the lees has transformed Cristal in magnum from a profound wine to something even more extraordinary. The 1988 is a rare Cristal in which Chardonnay drives the blend, composed of 54% Chardonnay and 46% Pinot Noir.In Bond£653.00 -
(1x150cl) 1989
Jancis Robinson (19)
Massive scale. Very, very ripe nose but with great tension on the palate. Much more acidity and nerve than the 1990. Chardonnay much in evidence. See comments below on the relative merits of these two vintages in Champagne.In Bond£1,193.81 -
(1x75cl) 1995
James Suckling (97)
From the family collection, disgorged ten years after harvest, slightly lower than original dosage. Shows some malolactic honeyed character (rare in Cristal at 20-25%), a cool late September harvest with a poor set and high millerandage in the vineyard. This shows more dominant chardonnay on the nose with sweet honey and nougat, some dried lime citrus too, it also has an earthy side and some deep spice. The palate has almost cognac-like fruits, toasted brioche and raisin bread flavours, very assertive, concentrated, a liqueur-like Champagne that has a lot of potential and great length. -NSIn Bond£524.00 -
Jancis Robinson (19)
Still pale straw. Really exciting interest on the nose. Hints of gingerbread and electricity(!). Such creamy texture and some baked apples but real grip and tension. This is just coming into its own – demonstrating how long one should ideally wait for Cristal… Great undertow of both fruit and structure.In Bond£631.00
