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
£570.29 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 5 | - |
Inc. VAT
£417.86 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£952.88 |
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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. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£100.13 |
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Philippe Pacalet Bulles 2018 exemplifies the pinnacle of traditional Champagne craftsmanship from the esteemed Domaine Philippe Pacalet in Burgundy. Meticulously produced using the méthode traditionnelle, this exquisite sparkling wine undergoes a secondary fermentation in the bottle, creating its elegant fine bubbles. Sourced from meticulously tended Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyards, the 2018 vintage showcases a harmonious balance of finesse and complexity. The pressing is gentle to preserve delicate aromatics, followed by extended aging on lees, imparting rich, toasty nuances and a creamy texture. Philippe Pacalet’s unwavering commitment to terroir expression and sustainable viticulture is evident in every sip, offering a refined palate of citrus zest, white flowers, and subtle brioche undertones. Ideal for discerning connoisseurs, Bulles 2018 marries sophistication with depth, making it a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection. Experience the artistry and dedication of Philippe Pacalet through this exceptional sparkling masterpiece. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
Inc. VAT
£713.53 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£534.64 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 4 | - |
Inc. VAT
£414.80 |
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Champagne | 4 | 95 (WE) |
Inc. VAT
£426.64 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£868.01 |
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Vinous (93)The 1993 Clos des Goisses Late-Disgorged is weighty, powerful and ample in the glass, with tremendous textural resonance and tons of character. Lemon confit, petrol, Mirabelle, spice, ginger, pineapple and cured meats give the 1993 a decidedly wild, exotic personality, and yet all the elements are impeccably balanced. Moreover, the 1993 expresses that magical ability of Clos des Goisses to show quite a bit of nuance with age and yet retains terrific freshness. The silky, creamy finish adds to the wine’s sheer appeal. The blend is 2/3rds Pinot Noir and 1/3rd Chardonnay. Dosage is 4.5 grams per liter. Disgorged: July, 2019. |
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Champagne | 1 | 95 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£6,509.89 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,426.69 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 94 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,065.49 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£885.49 |
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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? |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,147.09 |
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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? |
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Champagne | 1 | 95 (BH) |
Inc. VAT
£1,041.49 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,567.13 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£227.99 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,839.49 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£1,257.49 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 5 | 97 (WA) |
Inc. VAT
£817.13 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Philipponnat’s 2009 Clos des Goisses, disgorged in March 2022 with a dosage of 4.5 grams per liter, stands out as one of the most successful releases in recent memory. It opens with a deep bouquet of ripe pear, peach and early-blooming white flowers, mingling with nuances of red berry fruit. On the palate, it is full-bodied, profound and textural, supported by a racy spine of acidity and culminating in a long, sapid finish. While 2009 may have once seemed a warm, solar vintage, it no longer appears that extreme when considered alongside the increasingly warm years Champagne has experienced in more recent times. Reaching 12.8% alcohol, the wine exhibits a more elegant and harmonious profile compared to the drier, warmer 2015 and the riper, slightly more precocious 2012. The blend consists of 61% Pinot Noir and 39% Chardonnay, with approximately 37% of the wine vinified in oak. |
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Champagne | 1 | 100 (WE) |
Inc. VAT
£511.15 |
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Wine Enthusiast (100)This famed Champagne comes from one of the steepest vineyards in the whole region, facing across the Marne river. With a blend of 71% Pinot Noir and 29% Chardonnay, the densely textured wine shows great richness, a magnificent sense of place and structure. This is a very fine wine, a monument among Champagnes, one that will age for many more years. Drink through 2030. |
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Champagne | 6 | 93 (VN) |
Inc. VAT
£400.76 |
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Vinous (93)The 2011 Extra-Brut Clos des Goisses is bright and perfumed, with lovely Chardonnay energy driving the citrus, floral and savory notes. In 2011, Clos des Goisses is a touch lithe, but its balance is simply impeccable. Given the challenges of the year, I would not push my luck on aging. If there is one wine I would be willing to bet on, at least for the medium term, it is Clos des Goisses. Dosage is 4.5 liters per gram. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
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£456.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 5 | - |
In Bond
£331.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£761.00 |
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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. |
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Burgundy | 1 | - |
In Bond
£80.00 |
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Philippe Pacalet Bulles 2018 exemplifies the pinnacle of traditional Champagne craftsmanship from the esteemed Domaine Philippe Pacalet in Burgundy. Meticulously produced using the méthode traditionnelle, this exquisite sparkling wine undergoes a secondary fermentation in the bottle, creating its elegant fine bubbles. Sourced from meticulously tended Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vineyards, the 2018 vintage showcases a harmonious balance of finesse and complexity. The pressing is gentle to preserve delicate aromatics, followed by extended aging on lees, imparting rich, toasty nuances and a creamy texture. Philippe Pacalet’s unwavering commitment to terroir expression and sustainable viticulture is evident in every sip, offering a refined palate of citrus zest, white flowers, and subtle brioche undertones. Ideal for discerning connoisseurs, Bulles 2018 marries sophistication with depth, making it a distinguished addition to any fine wine collection. Experience the artistry and dedication of Philippe Pacalet through this exceptional sparkling masterpiece. |
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Champagne | 1 | - |
In Bond
£586.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
£429.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 4 | - |
In Bond
£325.00 |
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Champagne | 4 | 95 (WE) |
In Bond
£339.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 93 (VN) |
In Bond
£718.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 1993 Clos des Goisses Late-Disgorged is weighty, powerful and ample in the glass, with tremendous textural resonance and tons of character. Lemon confit, petrol, Mirabelle, spice, ginger, pineapple and cured meats give the 1993 a decidedly wild, exotic personality, and yet all the elements are impeccably balanced. Moreover, the 1993 expresses that magical ability of Clos des Goisses to show quite a bit of nuance with age and yet retains terrific freshness. The silky, creamy finish adds to the wine’s sheer appeal. The blend is 2/3rds Pinot Noir and 1/3rd Chardonnay. Dosage is 4.5 grams per liter. Disgorged: July, 2019. |
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Champagne | 1 | 95 (WA) |
In Bond
£5,407.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,171.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 94 (VN) |
In Bond
£870.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
£720.00 |
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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? |
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Champagne | 1 | 96 (VN) |
In Bond
£938.00 |
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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? |
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Champagne | 1 | 95 (BH) |
In Bond
£850.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (VN) |
In Bond
£1,294.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£187.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£1,515.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 1 | 98 (VN) |
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£1,030.00 |
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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. |
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Champagne | 5 | 97 (WA) |
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£669.00 |
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Wine Advocate (97)Philipponnat’s 2009 Clos des Goisses, disgorged in March 2022 with a dosage of 4.5 grams per liter, stands out as one of the most successful releases in recent memory. It opens with a deep bouquet of ripe pear, peach and early-blooming white flowers, mingling with nuances of red berry fruit. On the palate, it is full-bodied, profound and textural, supported by a racy spine of acidity and culminating in a long, sapid finish. While 2009 may have once seemed a warm, solar vintage, it no longer appears that extreme when considered alongside the increasingly warm years Champagne has experienced in more recent times. Reaching 12.8% alcohol, the wine exhibits a more elegant and harmonious profile compared to the drier, warmer 2015 and the riper, slightly more precocious 2012. The blend consists of 61% Pinot Noir and 39% Chardonnay, with approximately 37% of the wine vinified in oak. |
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Champagne | 1 | 100 (WE) |
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£417.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (100)This famed Champagne comes from one of the steepest vineyards in the whole region, facing across the Marne river. With a blend of 71% Pinot Noir and 29% Chardonnay, the densely textured wine shows great richness, a magnificent sense of place and structure. This is a very fine wine, a monument among Champagnes, one that will age for many more years. Drink through 2030. |
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Champagne | 6 | 93 (VN) |
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£328.00 |
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Vinous (93)The 2011 Extra-Brut Clos des Goisses is bright and perfumed, with lovely Chardonnay energy driving the citrus, floral and savory notes. In 2011, Clos des Goisses is a touch lithe, but its balance is simply impeccable. Given the challenges of the year, I would not push my luck on aging. If there is one wine I would be willing to bet on, at least for the medium term, it is Clos des Goisses. Dosage is 4.5 liters per gram. |
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