France - All Sparkling Wines
Several regions in France are renowned for producing sparkling wine, but the most famous and prestigious are Champagne, Alsace, and the Loire Valley.
Champagne is the most well-known region for producing sparkling wine, and the name "Champagne" is protected by law to designate only the sparkling wines made in that region. The climate and soil of the Champagne region, located in northeastern France, are ideal for growing the grapes used to make sparkling wine, including Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier. Some notable Champagne houses include Moët & Chandon, Veuve Clicquot, and Dom Pérignon.
Alsace, located in northeastern France, is also known for producing high-quality sparkling wine, primarily made from Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, and Riesling grapes. The wines from Alsace are typically drier and crisper than Champagne, with a more pronounced fruitiness. Notable producers include Domaine Bruno Sorg, Domaine Mittnacht Frères, and Domaine Weinbach.
The Loire Valley, located in central France, is another region known for producing excellent sparkling wine, made primarily from Chenin Blanc grapes. The wines from the Loire Valley tend to be lighter and fresher than those from Champagne, with a more pronounced acidity and minerality. Notable producers include Bouvet Ladubay, Langlois-Château, and Domaine des Baumard.
Other regions in France that produce sparkling wine include Burgundy, which produces Crémant de Bourgogne; Limoux in Languedoc-Roussillon, which is known for its Blanquette de Limoux; and the Jura region, which produces sparkling wine made from the Savagnin grape. However, Champagne, Alsace, and the Loire Valley remain the most well-known and respected regions for producing sparkling wine in France.
France - All Sparkling Wines
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£122.72 |
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Imbibe the elegance of Gallois Prestige Brut Premier Cru Champagne 2012, a work of viniculture artistry from the classical green slopes of the Premier Cru vineyards in famed Champagne, France. Crafted meticulously by the eminent producer Gallois, this vintage showcases a triumphant harmony of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, refined through a traditional second fermentation in the bottle. The Gallois Prestige Brut Premier Cru Champagne 2012 is emblematic of its terroir, manifesting vivacious notes of ripe pears and white flowers, embellished by a crisp mineral undertone. The palate reveals a perfect balance of freshness and maturity, marked by a luxuriant texture and a long, complex finish. This meticulously polished champagne renders exceptional aging potential, a testament to Gallois' commitment to excellence. A classic example of the region's renowned winemaking heritage, Gallois Prestige Brut Premier Cru Champagne 2012 is the epitome of a superior Brut; venerated, prestigious, and beyond comparison. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£152.11 |
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An indulgent selection for the discerning palate, the Gaspard Brochet 333.c Brut Nature NV is an expertly crafted Champagne with an undeniable pedigree. Originating from the prestigious vineyards of Champagne, France, this indelible Brut Nature NV is painstakingly produced by the venerated Gaspard Brochet estate. Esteemed for their meticulous approach to winemaking, the producer employs traditional methods, and the wine is exclusively hand-harvested, expressing a profound commitment to preserving the terroir's integrity. Each grape is chosen for its optimal ripeness, ensuring a nuanced amalgamation of flavours that harmonise in every bottle. The Gaspard Brochet 333.c Brut Nature NV presents a vivacious blend of fresh citrus, biscuity undertones and a crisp minerality that is balanced by refined effervescence. Its daring complexity and vivacity make it the embodiment of excellence in Champagne production. An epitome of luxury, Gaspard Brochet 333.c Brut Nature NV is the essence of fine wine. |
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Champagne | 4 | - |
Inc. VAT
£580.82 |
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Champagne | 1 | 95+ (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£3,572.66 |
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Vinous (95+)The 2015 Brut Nature Les Chênes, 100% Chardonnay, is dense and powerful from the very first taste. Soaring aromatics literally explode from the glass. Vivid and dazzling in its beauty, the 2015 possesses extraordinary intensity in every dimension. Vincent Laval opened this bottle à la volée, but does not expect to add any dosage, so this note should be quite representative of the final commercial release. Chardonnay is rarely this deep, complex or pedigreed. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,068.89 |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£1,256.66 |
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Champagne | 8 | 91 (VN (AG)) |
Inc. VAT
£497.44 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (91)The NV (2023) Extra-Brut Garennes is a blend of vintages 2023 back to 2013. Soft and open-knit, the Garennes caresses the palate with hints of orchard fruit, chamomile, dried flowers and spice. The lifted, ethereal style is quite attractive. This is the most open-knit of Vincent Laval's new releases. I would give it a bit of aeration. This release was aged for 11 months in French oak, with some lees-stirring. Dosage is 1 gram per liter. Disgorged: November 2025. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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£1,424.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£636.91 |
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Champagne | 4 | - |
Inc. VAT
£3,220.24 |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£453.86 |
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Champagne | 2 | - |
Inc. VAT
£460.24 |
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Champagne | 5 | - |
Inc. VAT
£644.72 |
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Champagne | 2 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£553.84 |
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Vinous (94)The 2007 Extra-Brut Vintage Celebris is a great example of the house style. Powerful and rich, the 2007 possesses tremendous vinous intensity, buffered by low dosage that gives the wine ts sense if classic austerity. Orchard fruit, apricot, tangerine oil and white flowers develop with a bit of coaxing. The Celebris is a big, broad-shouldered Champagne for the dinner table. |
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Champagne | 1 | 97 (FS) |
Inc. VAT
£214.51 |
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Falstaff (97)The nose of the golden wine immediately radiates creaminess, a soft richness that is reminiscent of freshly baked apricot and almond tart and red apple flesh, laced with fine, heady notions of freshly zested Tarocco orange peel. The palate is as creamy as the nose suggests, yet has the poise and the beautiful, salty depth of 2008. A lovely phenolic edge reminds of bitter almond and apple pip, this sits well with the sinuous, toned and lightly salty richness, the ultra-fine mousse and that lovely streak of ripe lemon zest. Gorgeous. |
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Champagne | 1 | 97 (FS) |
Inc. VAT
£703.84 |
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Falstaff (97)The nose of the golden wine immediately radiates creaminess, a soft richness that is reminiscent of freshly baked apricot and almond tart and red apple flesh, laced with fine, heady notions of freshly zested Tarocco orange peel. The palate is as creamy as the nose suggests, yet has the poise and the beautiful, salty depth of 2008. A lovely phenolic edge reminds of bitter almond and apple pip, this sits well with the sinuous, toned and lightly salty richness, the ultra-fine mousse and that lovely streak of ripe lemon zest. Gorgeous. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£233.33 |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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£888.80 |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (FS) |
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£219.31 |
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Falstaff (98)The nose opens with a slightly floral but exquisitely fragrant nose of orange cake, evocative of golden crust, with air a hint of iron-oxide appears. The palate presents ripest apricot on a generous, rounded full-fruited but precise body. Supremely creamy mousse underlines soaringly brisk freshness. |
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Champagne | 20 | 91 (WA) |
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£203.44 |
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Wine Advocate (91)The citrus-yellow Gosset NV Extra-Brut (dosage: five grams per liter) is an assemblage of Chardonnay (32%), Pinot Noir (45%) and Pinot Meunier (23%) sourced in 11 villages. This is a deliciously lithe, fresh, elegant, well-structured and creamy-textured cuvée with charmingly round fruit and stimulating mineral grip in the pure, fresh, super precise and delicate finish. This is an impressive cuvée and a great effort at this price point! Tasted in August 2018; lot number unknown. |
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Champagne | 2 | 93 (WA) |
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£328.24 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Dressed in a unique color that I would describe as a salmon pink with orange (or onion) reflections, Gosset's NV Grand Rosé Brut – a blend of 58% Chardonnay and 42% Pinot Noir, 8% red wine inclusive) – opens with a highly delicate and matured, vinous bouquet of red fruits. Pure, light, highly elegant, round and intense on the fruity-mineral palate, this is a picture-book Champagne of great finesse and delicacy. The persistent finish is lovely, pure and extremely stimulating in its salty/mineral freshness; whereas the fruit is articulated in an aristocratic reticence and perfectly integrated into the noble, overall expression. No malolactic fermentation. This is the kind of sample that I don't want to give away, but drink for myself. Gorgeous! |
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Champagne | 8 | 93 (DC) |
Inc. VAT
£211.84 |
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Decanter (93)Gosset is the oldest house in Champagne, and is a favourite among wine trade insiders. This non-vintage cuvée is redolent with the aromas of mellow red apple fruit. It has beautifully subtle autolysis on the palate, with creamy apple and plum flavours, and a great precision at the same time. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£94.00 |
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Imbibe the elegance of Gallois Prestige Brut Premier Cru Champagne 2012, a work of viniculture artistry from the classical green slopes of the Premier Cru vineyards in famed Champagne, France. Crafted meticulously by the eminent producer Gallois, this vintage showcases a triumphant harmony of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier, refined through a traditional second fermentation in the bottle. The Gallois Prestige Brut Premier Cru Champagne 2012 is emblematic of its terroir, manifesting vivacious notes of ripe pears and white flowers, embellished by a crisp mineral undertone. The palate reveals a perfect balance of freshness and maturity, marked by a luxuriant texture and a long, complex finish. This meticulously polished champagne renders exceptional aging potential, a testament to Gallois' commitment to excellence. A classic example of the region's renowned winemaking heritage, Gallois Prestige Brut Premier Cru Champagne 2012 is the epitome of a superior Brut; venerated, prestigious, and beyond comparison. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£148.80 |
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An indulgent selection for the discerning palate, the Gaspard Brochet 333.c Brut Nature NV is an expertly crafted Champagne with an undeniable pedigree. Originating from the prestigious vineyards of Champagne, France, this indelible Brut Nature NV is painstakingly produced by the venerated Gaspard Brochet estate. Esteemed for their meticulous approach to winemaking, the producer employs traditional methods, and the wine is exclusively hand-harvested, expressing a profound commitment to preserving the terroir's integrity. Each grape is chosen for its optimal ripeness, ensuring a nuanced amalgamation of flavours that harmonise in every bottle. The Gaspard Brochet 333.c Brut Nature NV presents a vivacious blend of fresh citrus, biscuity undertones and a crisp minerality that is balanced by refined effervescence. Its daring complexity and vivacity make it the embodiment of excellence in Champagne production. An epitome of luxury, Gaspard Brochet 333.c Brut Nature NV is the essence of fine wine. |
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Champagne | 4 | - |
In Bond
£473.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | 95+ (VN) |
In Bond
£2,960.00 |
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Vinous (95+)The 2015 Brut Nature Les Chênes, 100% Chardonnay, is dense and powerful from the very first taste. Soaring aromatics literally explode from the glass. Vivid and dazzling in its beauty, the 2015 possesses extraordinary intensity in every dimension. Vincent Laval opened this bottle à la volée, but does not expect to add any dosage, so this note should be quite representative of the final commercial release. Chardonnay is rarely this deep, complex or pedigreed. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£885.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,030.00 |
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Champagne | 8 | 91 (VN (AG)) |
In Bond
£398.00 |
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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (91)The NV (2023) Extra-Brut Garennes is a blend of vintages 2023 back to 2013. Soft and open-knit, the Garennes caresses the palate with hints of orchard fruit, chamomile, dried flowers and spice. The lifted, ethereal style is quite attractive. This is the most open-knit of Vincent Laval's new releases. I would give it a bit of aeration. This release was aged for 11 months in French oak, with some lees-stirring. Dosage is 1 gram per liter. Disgorged: November 2025. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£1,170.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£528.00 |
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Champagne | 4 | - |
In Bond
£2,667.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£361.00 |
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Champagne | 2 | - |
In Bond
£367.00 |
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Champagne | 5 | - |
In Bond
£529.00 |
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Champagne | 2 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£445.00 |
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Vinous (94)The 2007 Extra-Brut Vintage Celebris is a great example of the house style. Powerful and rich, the 2007 possesses tremendous vinous intensity, buffered by low dosage that gives the wine ts sense if classic austerity. Orchard fruit, apricot, tangerine oil and white flowers develop with a bit of coaxing. The Celebris is a big, broad-shouldered Champagne for the dinner table. |
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Champagne | 1 | 97 (FS) |
In Bond
£176.00 |
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Falstaff (97)The nose of the golden wine immediately radiates creaminess, a soft richness that is reminiscent of freshly baked apricot and almond tart and red apple flesh, laced with fine, heady notions of freshly zested Tarocco orange peel. The palate is as creamy as the nose suggests, yet has the poise and the beautiful, salty depth of 2008. A lovely phenolic edge reminds of bitter almond and apple pip, this sits well with the sinuous, toned and lightly salty richness, the ultra-fine mousse and that lovely streak of ripe lemon zest. Gorgeous. |
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Champagne | 1 | 97 (FS) |
In Bond
£570.00 |
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Falstaff (97)The nose of the golden wine immediately radiates creaminess, a soft richness that is reminiscent of freshly baked apricot and almond tart and red apple flesh, laced with fine, heady notions of freshly zested Tarocco orange peel. The palate is as creamy as the nose suggests, yet has the poise and the beautiful, salty depth of 2008. A lovely phenolic edge reminds of bitter almond and apple pip, this sits well with the sinuous, toned and lightly salty richness, the ultra-fine mousse and that lovely streak of ripe lemon zest. Gorgeous. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£191.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£720.00 |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (FS) |
In Bond
£180.00 |
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Falstaff (98)The nose opens with a slightly floral but exquisitely fragrant nose of orange cake, evocative of golden crust, with air a hint of iron-oxide appears. The palate presents ripest apricot on a generous, rounded full-fruited but precise body. Supremely creamy mousse underlines soaringly brisk freshness. |
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Champagne | 20 | 91 (WA) |
In Bond
£153.00 |
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Wine Advocate (91)The citrus-yellow Gosset NV Extra-Brut (dosage: five grams per liter) is an assemblage of Chardonnay (32%), Pinot Noir (45%) and Pinot Meunier (23%) sourced in 11 villages. This is a deliciously lithe, fresh, elegant, well-structured and creamy-textured cuvée with charmingly round fruit and stimulating mineral grip in the pure, fresh, super precise and delicate finish. This is an impressive cuvée and a great effort at this price point! Tasted in August 2018; lot number unknown. |
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Champagne | 2 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
£257.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)Dressed in a unique color that I would describe as a salmon pink with orange (or onion) reflections, Gosset's NV Grand Rosé Brut – a blend of 58% Chardonnay and 42% Pinot Noir, 8% red wine inclusive) – opens with a highly delicate and matured, vinous bouquet of red fruits. Pure, light, highly elegant, round and intense on the fruity-mineral palate, this is a picture-book Champagne of great finesse and delicacy. The persistent finish is lovely, pure and extremely stimulating in its salty/mineral freshness; whereas the fruit is articulated in an aristocratic reticence and perfectly integrated into the noble, overall expression. No malolactic fermentation. This is the kind of sample that I don't want to give away, but drink for myself. Gorgeous! |
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Champagne | 8 | 93 (DC) |
In Bond
£160.00 |
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Decanter (93)Gosset is the oldest house in Champagne, and is a favourite among wine trade insiders. This non-vintage cuvée is redolent with the aromas of mellow red apple fruit. It has beautifully subtle autolysis on the palate, with creamy apple and plum flavours, and a great precision at the same time. |
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