The Evidence Of Things Terroir: In Pursuit Of Place Of Origin Expression And Authenticity In Champagne. Penet-Chardonnet’s Single Grand Cru Villages & Lieux-dits.
The concept of terroir reigns supreme over the essence of what makes Champagne unique, and much of the discussion—as it is in Chablis, a hundred sixty miles to the south—amounts to chalk talk. Subdivided into seven distinct regions, (The Montagne…
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Posted on 2022.09.30 in France, Champagne | Read more...
The Champagne Society October 2022 Selection: Champagne Penet-Chardonnet
Champagne Penet-Chardonnet Grand Cru Verzy Lieu-dit ‘Les Blanches Voies’ Blanc de Blancs 2012, Extra-Brut Special Price for members of the Champagne Society is $93. The Evidence Of Things Terroir: In Pursuit Of Place Of Origin Expression And Authenticity In…
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Posted on 2022.08.30 in France, The Champagne Society, Champagne | Read more...
The Task of Blending a Non-Vintage at Champagne Jacquesson: Prizing Excellence Over Consistency, Reflecting Main Vintage Than Replicating Flavors ($99)
On the northernmost limit of vine growing regions, where the average daily temperature is only 50°F, vintage variation is more pronounced in Champagne than in most other French wine appellations and as result, the technique of blending together several vintages…
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Posted on 2022.08.01 in France, Champagne | Read more...
The Champagne Society August 2022 Selection: Champagne Jacquesson
Champagne Jacquesson Cuvée No 745, Extra Brut Disgorgement: December 2021. Dosage: 0.75 gram/liter. 205,164 bottles produced. Special Price for members of the Champagne Society is $99. The Task of Blending a Non-Vintage at Champagne Jacquesson: Prizing Excellence Over Consistency, Reflecting…
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Posted on 2022.07.13 in France, The Champagne Society | Read more...
Marguet’s Naturally Grown Champagne Channels His Biodynamic & Homeopathic Practices: “A Vitality About The Fruit That Makes It Feel Truly Alive.”
True disciples call it the future of wine, and even the naysayers are beginning to admit that after years of practicing biodynamic, the dividends are irrefutable. And nowhere in Champagne is this more evident than at Champagne Marguet, where Benoît…
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Posted on 2022.05.22 in France, Champagne | Read more...
The Champagne Society April 2022 Selection: Champagne Jean Josselin
CHAMPAGNE JEAN JOSSELIN ‘Aux Origines’ 2016 ($71) 100% Pinot Noir Rethinking Champagne Honest wine strives to be as natural as possible, and a new generation in Champagne finds itself with an unexpected gift from providence: A warming climate. In certain…
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Posted on 2022.03.13 in France, The Champagne Society, Champagne, Wine-Aid Packages | Read more...
The Champagne Society December 2021 Selection: Champagne Fleury
Champagne Fleury Ecological Pioneer with Purpose and Passion (Côte des Bar) Cépages Blancs Extra-Brut 2010 OR Sonate 2012 Extra-Brut ‘Natural’ * *Special Price for members of the Champagne Society is $88. Not available to non-members (Sold out). Six other…
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Posted on 2021.12.12 in France, The Champagne Society, Champagne | Read more...
The Champagne Society October 2021 Selection: Champagne Laherte Frères
Champagne Laherte Frères ‘Cuvées Terroir Fundamentals’ Special price for members of the Champagne Society is $79. (SOLD-OUT) ‘Progressive’ is not a word one traditionally sees affixed to Champagne producers, because, well… tradition. But shifting dynamics in consumer tastes and…
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Posted on 2021.11.14 in France, The Champagne Society, Champagne | Read more...
The Champagne Society February 2021 Selection: Champagne Francis Boulard & Fille
Champagne Francis Boulard & Fille “Rosé de Saignée” (2013, Rosé Extra Brut) Price for The Champagne Society members: $76, SOLD OUT Francis Boulard‘s career as a vigneron dates back to the early 70’s. He worked…
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Posted on 2021.01.18 in France, The Champagne Society, Champagne | Read more...
Champagne & Spanish Sparkling Wine to Bring in a Better Year
There is a little bit of magic in a good sparkling wine. Just one sip can transport you to another time and place. Enhance your New Year’s experience with a bottle or three from our large and impressive selection of…
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Posted on 2020.12.27 in France, Spain DO, Penedes, Champagne | Read more...
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