{"title":"Chardonnay","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"le-chai-duchet-macon-villages-burgundy-2023","title":"Le Chai Duchet Mâcon Villages Burgundy 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Macon, Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe delicious wines of the Macon-Villages appellation offer a great value alternative to the classic Pouilly-Fuisse appellation wines. Similar soil and climate to Pouilly and just a stone's throw from the region, Le Chai Duchet offers so much. This is a refined, yet intense wine with aromas of white peach, dried honey, and white chocolate that are beautifully entwined with the oak. The palate is rounded on the entry with fresh lime, and apricot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe family stopped using chemicals in the vineyard during the 1980’s when they saw problems with erosion and for the last ten years the land has been farmed organically, despite the fact that the cooperative offered no extra money for the grapes. Alexis is continuing in the same philosophy.  This wine is fermented in stainless steel tanks and has no oak influence; the richness and creamy texture comes from malolactic fermentation and lees contact. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eLe Chai Duchet was established in 2013 by Alexis Duchet and his parents. Alexis is the seventh generation to work his family’s land in the village of Viré which is situated in the Haut-Maconnais, 18km north of Macon. The wines are fermented with their indigenous yeast and with low total SO2 levels. The Macon Villages come from parcels of very old vines situated on the lower elevations of the Viré slopes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eIn 1928, Alexis’ great grandparents joined with other winegrowers of Viré to create a cooperative which enabled them to both vinify and commercialize their wines. Alexis’ parents were working with this same cooperative until they decided to build a small winery, “le chai duchet” and shift their focus to estate-bottled wines. Alexis traveled extensively, doing winemaking stints in unusual places such as Margaret River and Ontario Lake and closer to home in Meursault and the Savoie before returning to his family estate. He has since inherited 9.5 hectares from his parents; 7ha in Viré-Clessé and 2.5ha in Macon-Villages.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Traditions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":34939935457433,"sku":"102020","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/chai-duchet-macon-villages.png?v=1728669899"},{"product_id":"champagne-jacques-lassaigne-les-vignes-de-montgueux","title":"Champagne Jacques Lassaigne \"Les Vignes de Montgueux\" Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut NV","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay\u003cstrong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization: \u003c\/strong\u003eMontgueux, L'Aube, Champagne, France\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eOn the palate, there's the expected chalk-driven minerals that you get from soils of a limestone and chalk composition. Incredibly youthful yellow fruits and flowers. Delicious as an apéritif to whet the appetite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003eShellfish, crab, lobster\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain: \u003c\/strong\u003eOne of Champagne's most exciting producers is Emmanuel Lassaigne, an intelligent and thoughtful grower who works with the chalky south- and southeast-facing slope vineyards of Montgueux. Geologically, Montgueux represents a continuation of the strata of the Côte de Blancs—and, incidentally, recent scholarship suggests that the hillside that nurtures vines today may once have been the site of the Battle of the Catalaunian Plains, where Aetius and Theodoric defeated Attila the Hun. It was Emmanuel's father Jacques who in the 1950s and 1960s began to replant some of the village's abandoned vineyards, and in 1999, rather than risk losing the estate, Emmanuel quit a successful career in manufacturing to return home. Organic farming, cultivated soils, and harvesting at full maturity are his precepts in the vineyards. In the cellar, the wines ferment in wood and stainless steel, and they're disgorged by hand without dosage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe style is powerful and vinous but also racy and electric. This tasting surveyed Lassaigne's current releases, as well as a mini-vertical of his Clos Saint-Sophie. This site was owned by Marcel Dupont, a friend of the French botanist Charles Baltet, author of an important 19th-century treatise on grafting, and Baltet used the Clos for experiments. Rather than having any kind of ecclesiastical origin, the vineyard in fact takes its name from Dupont's wife. In 1876, Emperor Meiji of Japan sent two Japanese to Montgueux to study viticulture at the Clos Saint-Sophie, and in 1877, they imported 100 vines to Japan. Thus, the first plantings in history of vitas vinifera in Japan—on Mount Fuji—are inextricably linked with this small corner of the Aube. Today, the Clos is owned by the Valton family—better known as the proprietor of childrens' clothing brand Petit Batteau—and Lassaigne makes the wine. When most of Montgueux's vineyards were been abandoned after the War, the Clos was one of the few to remain in cultivation, so it represents a living link with the village's past.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLike several others growers profiled in this issue, Lassaigne is especially significant because he is shining a spotlight on what is possible in what I've elsewhere called Champagne's \"secret garden\" of hidden producing villages. The négociants were long content to buy grapes from Montgueux without disclosing their origins, and only Charles Heidsieck's former chef de cave, the late Daniel Thibault, ever publicly praised the sector. Yet today, Lassaigne's extraordinary Champagnes are pushing the qualitative boundaries not just of the Aube but of the entire region. I'll be devoting a more extensive essay to Lassaigne sometime soon, but for now, I warmly encourage readers to acquaint themselves with this first-rate producer. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 Points Wine Spectator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"A svelte version, offering sleek, well-knit flavors of mirabelle plum, star fruit and pickled ginger, and a delicate overtone of spring blossom and pastry dough set on the fine, lacy mousse. A spine of vibrant, citrusy acidity drives the mouthwatering finish. Drink now through 2025.\" -AN\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtra Brut Blancs de Blancs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn “aperitif” vintage made-to-measure for sitting down to table. The fresh-mineral-citrusy character epitomizes the domain style, and the aromas of the vineyard soil. This cuvée is a blend of grapes from 7 to 9 distinctive parcels and three successive vintages: a refreshing wine, a clean Champagne.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are harvested by hand—from 9 different sites—at their maximum ripeness before being destemmed \u0026amp; gently pressed. The fruit undergoes complete malolactic fermentation \u0026amp; no sulfites are added to the blend. The wine is aged in new \u0026amp; old barrels for 12 to 24 months and held in bottle for 1 to 5 years until it is disgorged, corked \u0026amp; released.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Potomac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":35160923603097,"sku":"43827","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/champ_las1.jpg?v=1595104565"},{"product_id":"patz-hall-sonoma-coast-chardonnay-2022","title":"Patz \u0026 Hall Sonoma Coast Chardonnay 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sonoma County, California, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e The wine has inviting aromas of apricot, lemon zest, brown sugar cookie, dried lavender and heavily roasted hazelnut. The palate is mouthwatering, vibrant and fresh with sleek acidity supporting flavorful pulses of spicy pear, green apple, marzipan and orange-clove.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Whole cluster pressed. 100% indigenous yeast fermentations. Sur lie aged with weekly stirring.\u003cbr\u003e100% malo-lactic fermentation in barrel, 32% new Burgundian French oak barrels. Sterile filtered at bottling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Patz and Hall Wine Company was founded in 1988 by Donald Patz, James Hall, Anne Moses and Heather Patz, and is dedicated to the production of hand-crafted wines. The four are long-time Napa Valley residents and wine industry professionals, with a wide variety of experiences. Patz and Hall produces Chardonnay and Pinot Noir wines from selected vineyard sources in Napa, Sonoma, Mendocino and Monterey counties. The Patz and Hall method is to work closely with each of their growers to achieve a unique expression of the vineyard site and deliver wines that reflect both the site and their vision for great wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Republic National","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36565759918233,"sku":"791202097249","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/search.png?v=1602012735"},{"product_id":"de-wetshof-limestone-hill-chardonnay-2025","title":"De Wetshof Limestone Hill Chardonnay 2025","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/b\u003e 13,5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s):\u003c\/b\u003e Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization:\u003c\/b\u003e South Africa\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting notes:\u003c\/b\u003e Heavy clay soils rich in limestone allow this Chardonnay to emit optimum varietal expression in a cloak of rich complexity. An un-wooded wine, Limestone Hill has notes of grapefruit and nuts, with the complexity balanced by a nuanced elegance ending with a delicate ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker\u003c\/strong\u003e describes this wine as such: “The De Wetshof Estate Limestone Hill Chardonnay never sees oak, and offers impeccably pure, refreshing apple, peach and lemon fruit, a lovely leesy richness of texture, and a nutty, chalky, fruit-filled finish of imposing length. Understated and less tropical than some of the better un-oaked Chardonnays, this wine possesses far better balance and sheer drinkability – not to mention more finesse – than 99% of the world’s Chardonnay I have experienced.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe name De Wetshof has been synonymous with the production of fine wines in South Africa since the 1970s. As the first registered wine estate in the Robertson Wine Valley, De Wetshof has become known internationally as South Africa’s eminent Chardonnay House due to the pioneering role it played in introducing this noble Burgundian grape to the country.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe De Wet family’s winemaking heritage can, however, be traced back to 1694 when the first De Wets arrived at the Cape and immediately made a mark on the South African wine industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eToday, De Wetshof is one of the few third-generation wine estates in South Africa. Here Danie de Wet, proprietor and cellarmaster, is assisted by sons Johann (viticulture and marketing) and Peter (winemaker). \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eDanie is a pioneer of noble white wines in South Africa and has also introduced superior red cultivars to the Robertson Wine Valley. A graduate of the Geisenheim Institute in Germany, one of the world’s leading centers for the study of viticulture and cellar technology, De Wet’s wines express the uniqueness of the soils of De Wetshof and meticulous attention to detail, while state-of-the-art technology ensures that the work in the cellar complements the gifts of nature’s vineyards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eWith its crisp white buildings, rose bushes and jacaranda trees, the Estate has become a well-known landmark in the Robertson wine valley. The cellar façade is based on the renowned and historic First Customs House in Cape Town, while the tasting room\/administration offices is a replica of the Koopmans\/De Wet House in Strand Street, Cape Town, dating back to 1791. Both buildings were designed by Louis Michel Thibault one of the most renowned architects of early Cape architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThousands of local and foreign tourists visit the De Wetshof winery each year for a taste of history and a glimpse into the future of South African wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36810863411353,"sku":"6004635000293","price":22.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/9f8881baa115e5aca556f2cfe59db61f648fb8b0.png?v=1766437647"},{"product_id":"domainestephanetissotcremantdujuraaocbrutnv","title":"Domaine Stéphane Tissot Crémant du Jura AOC Brut NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12,5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e 50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir, 5% Poulsard, \u003c\/span\u003e5% Trousseau\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Jura, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: This organic sparkling white is crisp, rich, and a little bit salty. An easy choice for weekday bubbles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e:  This blend of chardonnay, pinot noir, poulsard (a native, thin-skinned red grape that produces lighter wines), and trousseau (native to eastern France, makes deep wines with high alcohol and acidity) is biodynamically grown, low-intervention\/natural wine, vegan. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eVines are full of clay-limestone which makes for wine full of good acidity and structure. It is fermented in stainless steel and then goes on to age for four months on the lees. Second fermentation begins, then the bottle's age for 18 months before they’re disgorged and then released.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: The Tissot family has been producing wine in the Jura since 1962, with Stéphane and Bénédicte taking the reins from his parents, André and Mireille. They have since acquired a formidable reputation as being among the region's top winemakers, farming biodynamically since 2004 and striving to express the character of the Jura terroir above all else. Domaine Stéphane et Bénédicte Tissot is in Arbois, a commune located within Jura, about 30 miles west of Switzerland. It's an insular area that specializes in unique renditions of both classic and little-known grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eBénédicte et Stéphane Tissot are a powerhouse winemaking couple based out of Arbois in the Jura region. Their perspective plays a vital to the style of their wine. They favor natural wines as opposed to industrial ones, and wines that show off nature’s gifts versus winemaking. Their wines have been certified biodynamic by Demeter. Many of Jura’s wines go for an oxidative style; their wines are not this. They prefer a reductive style, the opposite of the local style. Their love is shown by their passion and their drive to make several different wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Potomac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36811059822745,"sku":"23078","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/cremant_du_jura_1200x_b54b5775-4419-4dce-be8b-1a9ea196eb35.png?v=1775230651"},{"product_id":"stephane-tissot-patchwork-chardonnay-2023","title":"Benedicte et Stephane Tissot Arbois Chardonnay Patchwork 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12.5\u003cb\u003e%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation\u003c\/b\u003e: Jura, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan class=\"metafield-multi_line_text_field\"\u003eThis wine has a beautiful expression of stone fruits and honey enhanced by lovely spices in the background. Crunchy, yet rich attack followed by a lovely minerality and fruits notes over a long finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: Patchwork is made from Chardonnay grown on clay-limestone soils, and whose average age varies between 20 and 50 years. After a manual harvest, fermentation is carried out with indigenous yeasts, and vinification takes place in barrels, 10% of which are new. Aging lasts 12 months in oak barrels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/b\u003e: Pairs well with shellfish, white meat, mushroom risotto or cheeses such as Comte, Gruyere and Emmentaler\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Story\u003c\/b\u003e: The Tissot family has been producing wine in the Jura since 1962, with Stéphane and Bénédicte taking the reins from their parents, André and Mireille. They have since acquired a formidable reputation as being among the region's top winemakers, farming biodynamically since 2004 and striving to express the character of the Jura terroir above all else. Domaine Stéphane et Bénédicte Tissot is in Arbois, a commune located within Jura, about 30 miles west of Switzerland. It's an insular area that specializes in unique renditions of both classic and little-known grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eBénédicte et Stéphane Tissot are a powerhouse winemaking couple based in Arbois, in the Jura region. Their perspective plays a vital role in the style of their wine. They favor natural wines over industrial ones, and wines that showcase nature’s gifts rather than winemaking. Their wines have been certified biodynamic by Demeter. Many of Jura’s wines adopt an oxidative style; theirs do not. They prefer a reductive style, the opposite of the local style. Their love is shown in their passion and drive to make a variety of wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Potomac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36811423514777,"sku":"20089","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/TissotChardPatchwork.jpg?v=1774103791"},{"product_id":"digby-fine-english-leander-pink-sparkling","title":"Digby Fine English Leander Pink Brut Sparkling","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e50% Pinot Noir, 35% Chardonnay, 15% Pinot Meunier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eSussex and Hampshire, England\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: This pink fizz is a blend that celebrates England’s most vibrant Pinot Noir fruit, with red berry aromas carried on the back of a light, creamy fruitiness. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eChalk and clay soils, 94% of the first fermentation is made in stainless steel the 6% left is made in oak. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eDigby Fine English is proud to be the official sparkling wine producer for Leander Club, the most decorated, elite rowing club in the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eOur inspiration came from the land of lights and razzamatazz – twice over.  It all started with a road trip across the American West to escape the grind of working in the corporate world in London, followed up by a field trip to Napa Valley. The lightning bolt struck on the driveway of a sparkling winery south of Seattle, Washington, U.S, surrounded by sweeping rows of vines on the way up to Trevor Clough and Jason Humphries in a vineyard a glittering winery visitor center. Co-Founders Trevor Clough and Jason Humphries had been looking for an idea for their own start-up for years. They asked themselves, if English sparkling wine was as good as the newspapers said, how come they had never encountered it in stores, on wine lists, at quintessential British events, etc.? From the very start, the vision was that the quality of English fizz deserved worldwide acclaim and their goal is to bring this inimitably English form of sippable luxury to discerning, adventurous customers in all of the world’s coolest cities.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe next question Trevor and Jason asked themselves was, how?  How could they craft a wine that would both taste uniquely English and be world-class? To answer that, they booked flights to California and spent a week’s field trip in Napa Valley, talking to sparkling winemakers there.  That trip gave them the inspiration to take a unique path in English wine, that of England’s first negociant or blending house.  Since then, the Digby gang has grown!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDigby Fine English launched its first wines for sale in 2013 in Selfridges, won its first trophy in 2014, and has gone on to great adventures around the world in the years since then. It is a bold and exuberant modern brand of luxury English sparkling wine. Digby Fine English can be found in Selfridges, Harvey Nichols, Fortnum \u0026amp; Mason, and Waitrose.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metro Cellars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37200885678233,"sku":"5060463800062","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/spark_dig3.jpg?v=1605725425"},{"product_id":"biutifulcavabrutnaturenv","title":"Biutiful Cava Brut NATURE NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 11,5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e Macabeo, Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Cava, Catalonia, Spain\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eFor Brut Nature, this has body and weight to it. The nose delivers dry apple and pear aromas, while the palate is fairly full and round for the style, with apple and lime flavors. A finish with roundness and density confirms this Cava's good quality. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eIsaac Fernández Selección is a unique collaborative venture between two individuals – Isaac Fernández Montaña one of Spain’s most acclaimed winemakers and Aurelio Cabestrero whose vision and commitment helped bring Spanish wines to the forefront in the United States. They work at rediscovering forgotten regions of superior terroir and maximizing the potential from old vines of indigenous grape varieties in a number of regions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eIn 2013 they launched Biutiful Cava, the traditionally produced sparkling wine of Spain with two expressions, a Brut Nature that is bone-dry and a Brut Rose. The wine name is pronounced \"beautiful\", just as it would be spelled en español. In 2014 they added a Brut expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eLife often is beautiful with a glass of sparkling wine in hand. These wines aim to bring that beauty to your glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elite Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":37983191007385,"sku":"8437012498020","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/8d9ca54f5613f5dc20eae1a6c7c05c7e4f563c0e.jpg?v=1775234872"},{"product_id":"domainealaingautheronchablis2024","title":"Domaine Alain Gautheron Chablis 2024","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol: \u003c\/strong\u003e12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape(s): \u003c\/strong\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization: \u003c\/strong\u003eChablis, Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eVery beautiful pale gold color with soft green reflections. The nose is delicious, pure, floral and fresh. It first favors flowers, then it gives us notes of peaches and apricots, and finally we discover minerality. The palate is delicate and balanced. It combines maturity, elegance and freshness, supported in the end by a mineral touch.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003eA great partner for oysters on the half shell, scallops or salmon tartare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain: \u003c\/strong\u003eDomaine Gautheron is situated in the village of Fleys, to the east of the town of Chablis and overlooked by the steep slopes of les Fourneaux. This estate of only 25 hectares has been in the Gautheron family for five generations. The domaine makes traditional Chablis, with fermentation and maturation avoiding wood to preserve the fresh steely flavours and unique influence of the chalky vineyard soils. The old vine cuvees exceed 65 years old and are partly matured in oak. Since 2009 a 0.4ha plot of organic vineyard has produced the cuvee Emeraude.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Chablis are located on the right bank of the Serein. The soil is clay-limestone (Kimmeridgien). In its Chablis, the Gautheron estate seeks a balance between fruit and minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Traditions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39299049521305,"sku":"3760040172002","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/362f7c50e6143d0d21c6301b57725a9c3d0ba2eb.jpg?v=1775344616"},{"product_id":"midlandconstructionshenandoahvalleychardonnay2022","title":"Midland Construction Shenandoah Valley Chardonnay 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 13.5\u003cb\u003e%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003e100% \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation\u003c\/b\u003e: Shenandoah Valley, Virginia, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eThis Chardonnay opens with vibrant primary flavors of green apple, pear, and citrus, delivering a crisp and refreshing profile. Layered beneath are intriguing secondary notes of beeswax, wild mint, and fresh baking bread, adding depth and aromatic complexity. The texture is mineral-driven, offering a dynamic interplay between richness and acidity that keeps the palate engaged. It finishes smooth and buttery, with a lingering warmth that invites another sip.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eThis wine was barrel fermented without inoculation and underwent full malolactic fermentation. It was aged for 18 months on lees in 500-liter French oak puncheons that had been used four or five times previously. Finally, it was bottled unfiltered, preserving its natural character and texture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eSeafood (especially shellfish), \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eRoast poultry, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eCreamy pasta dishes, \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eRich or decadent fare like mushroom risotto or lobster bisque. \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWinery Story\u003c\/b\u003e: Midland Construction is part of \u003cstrong\u003eMount Airy Winegrowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, located in Virginia’s Shenandoah Valley. The winery is known for its \u003cstrong\u003esustainable farming practices\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eestate-grown fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003eminimal intervention winemaking\u003c\/strong\u003e. Founded by brothers Ben, Tim, and Gray Jordan, the winery emphasizes terroir expression and depth through vine maturity and careful aging\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Williams Corner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39558816137369,"sku":"142042","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/9238fff8af2bebaac3ed646508e3c1a14482cd4d_1.png?v=1761925744"},{"product_id":"capitolinedryvermouth","title":"Capitoline DRY Vermouth","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 17.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape (Base wine)\u003c\/strong\u003e: Santa Barbara Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization\u003c\/strong\u003e: Washington DC \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Gentian, artichoke, citrus, rhubarb root, quinine, ginger\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCocktail Recipe\u003c\/strong\u003e: - Old Pal:  1oz Capitoline Dry Vermouth, 1oz Capitoline Tiber, 1oz rye, Stir, strain into a chilled coupe. Garnish with lemon peel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe story\u003c\/strong\u003e: Taking inspiration from the classic vermouths of Europe, Capitoline dry is a distinctively American expression based on carefully sourced wines, fresh herbs, and hand-peeled citrus. Balanced with selected botanicals. Fortified with grape spirit infused with 15 botanicals and spices.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith Capitoline, Hamidi and Pastan are producing a white and rosé vermouth out of New Columbia's Ivy City distillery. The rosé is a Sangiovese wine from a California vineyard co-owned by Pastan. The other is a blend of aromatic dry white varietals. Both vermouths have a similar citrusy herbal character and don't shy away from a little bitterness. We think bitter is kind of an undervalued element in a flavor profile, Hamidi says. She adds that it's very wine-centric: They didn't want to cover up the vermouth with a heavy-handed dose of botanicals and sugar since it is a wine-based product, after all.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Williams Corner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39813899255961,"sku":"851299004114","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/59f20f5b744d5a437ff7b85338ac9220f9dd5e56.jpg?v=1775243871"},{"product_id":"foxglovecentralcoastchardonnay2021","title":"Foxglove Central Coast Chardonnay 2021","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 13.6%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Central Coast, California\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e Foxglove Chardonnay always represents a great value. With this wine you have the richness of fruit from California's Central Coast giving you tropical notes. However, the wine is bottled without going through malolactic fermentation and has no oak on it so it maintains a very clean profile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#262626\" face=\"Verdana\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e97% Santa Barbara County, 3% Paso Robles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#262626\" face=\"Verdana\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eClone 4 and Dijon Clones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#262626\" face=\"Verdana\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eVines between 13 and 33 years old\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#262626\" face=\"Verdana\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e630 -1000 ft elevation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#262626\" face=\"Verdana\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eVertical Shoot Positioned Canopy, planted on rolling hills of sandy loam and loam soils\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#262626\" face=\"Verdana\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eStainless steel 62° , 3 week fermentation., lees stirred, no malolactic fermentation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003eGreat on it's own or with food it's a very versatile Chardonnay.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#262626\" face=\"Verdana\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eAt the core of Foxglove is Bob Varner, also the winemaker at Varner Wines. Beginning with their first vintage in 1991, Bob sources the wine from a variety of places, all of which are in Edna Valley. The resulting wine has Central Coast appellation pricing, and is full of complex fruit flavors that the Edna Valley appellation is known for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#262626\" face=\"Verdana\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eEdna Valley, a relatively small appellation, grows mostly Chardonnay on about 1000 acres. The entire acreage is tightly controlled by a few owners employing the most up-to-date vineyard practices that give the valley impressive evenness. Located just south of San Luis Obispo, its vineyards are some of California's closest to the Pacific Ocean. Mild winters, cool, foggy summer, and clay-loam soils produce a combination of flavors that have been described as \"textbook Central Coast.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roanoke Valley","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39928545411225,"sku":"613649020034","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/55a17e31a691c4bbad0de526099c89da1273723e.jpg?v=1772925678"},{"product_id":"lindenvillagechardonnay2021","title":"Linden Village Chardonnay 2021","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 13%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Virginia, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: It is fresh (no malolactic fermentation) and notably “primary” (fruit flavors at the fore, with no new wood utilized) but also interestingly complex, thanks to a very good growing season and the variegated aromas and flavors contributed by the three sites.  The balance of fruit and acidity is just right, making for a very versatile wine that could be sipped solo with great pleasure or paired with a wide range of dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThis is a very special Village Chardonnay. The 2017 growing season gave us ideal ripening conditions and Hardscrabble's young vines had enough size to them to begin to produce significant yields. Therefor Hardscrabble's terroir markers contribute to the overall impression of this wine. The beauty of this wine is in its harmony, complexity, and balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eChilled grapes were sorted, pressed, juice settled and then barrel fermented warm (70's F) in old, neutral French oak. No malolactic fermentation. Aged sur lie in barrel for 10 months. The 2017 Village Chardonnay is a blend of mostly declassified Hardscrabble barrels along with press juice from all three vineyard sites. 5,010 bottles produced. This wine will improve in the bottle for many years past vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/b\u003e: L\u003cspan\u003eightness and freshness that makes it an ideal pairing with simply prepared fish and seafood. Hearty, main course salads with grains, beans, and fresh cheeses also work well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eOne of Virginia’s premier wineries, Linden Vineyards is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, 60 miles west of Washington DC. The entire wine production of 4,000 cases comes exclusively from three distinct vineyard sites. Linden is best known for single vineyard bottlings of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Bordeaux variety red blends.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe land that was to become Linden Vineyards was a long-abandoned apple orchard. Jim Law and his family purchased the 76 acres in 1983 after several years of looking for vineyard land with high elevations and east facing slopes. After clearing trees, they planted the first eight acres in 1985. The original vines were mostly grafted and propagated in-house from budwood obtained from the few local vineyards in the surrounding area. The first planting consisted of Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Vidal, and Seyval. Heirloom apples and blueberries were also planted for a pick-your-own operation that was eventually phased out in the early 2000s. The winery building was finished in time for the harvest of 1987, Linden’s first commercial vintage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elite Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40037012471961,"sku":"1211","price":34.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/29a78dadfcc44a80b7e0ce564452380b0a88717d.jpg?v=1775147832"},{"product_id":"matchbook-chardonnay-2023","title":"Matchbook Old Head Chardonnay 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/b\u003e 13,9%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s):\u003c\/b\u003e Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization:\u003c\/b\u003e Yolo County, California, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting notes:\u003c\/b\u003e The Matchbook Chardonnay is notable for the rich fruit flavors that developed over the long growing season. The color is classic California golden straw. The flavors are full of the tropical notes that have become a signature of our Dunnigan Hills Chardonnay: pineapple, mango, melon, and papaya. 60% malolactic fermentation adds a creamy texture; oak aging adds a touch of vanilla and crème brûlée. This delicious Chardonnay has a satisfyingly plump mouthfeel that is balanced by the crisp, fresh fruit that lingers in the finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eFood pairing: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003ePair this easy drinking Chardonnay with buttery scallops, grilled chicken, or pasta with a cream sauce.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/b\u003e East of Napa, Left of Center: The Giguiere family embodies Dunnigan Hills winemaking. In 1981 they pioneered grape growing in this region when they planted their first vineyard. By 1993, they had succeeded in creating the Dunnigan Hills as a nationally recognized American appellation. The Matchbook flame is an homage to the Giguiere brothers’ youthful fascination with fire. Today, Matchbook Wine Company produces wines showcasing the varietals that perform best in their Northern California climate. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Virginia Imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40751242969241,"sku":"859551001000","price":17.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/7d6af4bdc9de5c8edb0fb758ce2c74ea90c2be1e.png?v=1775323074"},{"product_id":"champagne-henri-giraud-fut-de-chene-mv17","title":"Champagne Henri Giraud Aÿ Grand Cru Brut Fût de Chêne MV17","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e80% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Aÿ, Champagne, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Splendid nose with an interplay of smoke, hazelnut, and gentle spices, along with a touch that is reminiscent of the salty tang of a sea breeze, but what is especially captivating is the elegant floral scent. After resting a while in the glass, the wine develops nuanced notes of menthol. The mouthfeel is remarkably fleshy but also has an underlying chalky texture that seems almost tannic on the superb, emotionally satisfying finish. The oak influence is subtle and surprisingly elegant. Excellent potential for improving with age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: The origins of Champagne Henri Giraud go back to 1625.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary of Henri IV and his descendants, the Hémart family settled permanently in Aÿ at the beginning of the 17th century. Its history is rooted in Aÿ, the terroir of exception, and intimately mixed with the extraordinary epic of champagne from the 18th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the beginning of the 20th century, Léon Giraud, cuirassier of the Marne Battle, married a young lady Hémart. He rebuilt the magnificent vineyard of the family that had just been devastated by phylloxera and First World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaude Giraud, 12th generation of the Giraud-Hémart family, today presides over the destiny of this Champagne House.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClaude Giraud has returned since 1990 to history and rebuilt the first oak barrels from the Argonne Forest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe famous oaks of this historic forest have for more than ten centuries raised the great wines of Champagne. “Argonne” is today the name of the house’s iconic Cuvee. Each year, Sebastien Le Golvet, the Cellar Master of the house, mobilizes his merrandiers and coopers. Together, they select the most beautiful oaks of the Argonne forest, Sebastien then leads himself to the toasting. This delicate work will be the last precious touch of the grande cuvées.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its unique expertise in the vinification of great Champagne cuvées in new oak barrels, the Henri Giraud House is now working on new winemaking in small containers, either of terracotta or ovoid sandstone to optimize the exchange between the wine and its lees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe saltiness, intensity, and aromatic complexity of Champagne Henri Giraud make it one of the jewels of Excellence in this region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith only 250,000 bottles of which only a few thousand bottles for its grande cuvées, these champagnes are sought-after by collectors and lovers of great wines from around the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“The Henri Giraud Experience” is the commitment to return to the excellence of the great wines of Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e– A great terroir, Aÿ Grand Cru, the historical and qualitative cradle of Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e– A great grape variety, Pinot Noir, reference grape of Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e– A great forest, Argonne, the home-made cradle of Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Let nothing be banned and nothing be obligatory – just make good wine naturally” – Henri Giraud\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whole vineyard is worked in sustainable viticulture and under certification of high environmental value (HVE).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baron François","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41300632961177,"sku":"162397","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/giraud.png?v=1772301329"},{"product_id":"linden-vineyards-hardscrabble-chardonnay-2020","title":"Linden Vineyards Hardscrabble Chardonnay 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.6%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Virginia, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eRipe fruit notes, caramelized apple, vanilla, and butterscotch are apparent in the wine’s youth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eBarrel-fermented warm in new French 350-liter barrels and slightly used 228-liter French oak. No malolactic fermentation. Aged \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003esur lie \u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003ein barrel for 11months, and then in tank (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003esur lie\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e) for an additional 5 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eSquash or mushroom risotto, boudin blanc, polenta, roasted potatoes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur job as winegrowers is to express the forces of earth, weather, and vine in the glass. We farm three distinct vineyard sites with the goal of patiently unveiling their individual personalities. Agriculture as art. Our cellar practices are simple and traditional so as to allow the vineyard to speak. Linden’s wines are restrained, intuitive, and harmonious. This is also who we are.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Virginia’s premier wineries, Linden Vineyards is located in the Blue Ridge Mountains, 60 miles west of Washington DC. The entire wine production of 4,000 cases comes exclusively from three distinct vineyard sites. Linden is best known for single-vineyard bottlings of Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Bordeaux variety red blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe land that was to become Linden Vineyards was a long-abandoned apple orchard. Jim Law and his family purchased the 76 acres in 1983 after several years of looking for vineyard land with high elevations and east-facing slopes. After clearing trees, they planted the first eight acres in 1985. The original vines were mostly grafted and propagated in-house from budwood obtained from the few local vineyards in the surrounding area. The first planting consisted of Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Vidal, and Seyval. Heirloom apples and blueberries were also planted for a pick-your-own operation that was eventually phased out in the early 2000s. The winery building was finished in time for the harvest of 1987, Linden’s first commercial vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHardscrabble Vineyard, Fauquier Co. on top of the Blue Ridge at 1,300 to 1,400 feet with an eastern to southern slope. Deep, well-drained mineral soils give acidity and good structure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elite Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41322058547353,"sku":"12862","price":49.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/opcg_b8NQli2I140Sq_InA_pb_600x600_1.png?v=1678906051"},{"product_id":"champagne-billecart-brut-sous-bois","title":"Champagne Billecart Salmon Brut 'Le Sous Bois' NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Côte des Blancs, Champagne, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eA radiant yellow crystalline appearance with golden glints brought to life by a luminous bead of persistent fine bubbles. There is an olfactory impact due to the richness of harmonious expressions (dry fruits, fresh citrus, and white fruits) coupled with finely buttered seductive notes. A defined aromatic undertone which expresses the mature complexity linked to the vinification in oak barrels.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe caressing and refreshing texture enhance the creamy sensation, dominated by a beautiful bracing vivacity. A burst of flavours (notes of grilled brioche, toffee) thanks to the distinguished power and maturity which is a mark of the great wines of Champagne.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 points James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eA dense Champagne with a tight and linear structure. Compressed and very pretty. Hints of nuts and cream with some pie crust. Some nougat, too. Very long and flavorful. It’s one for a meal. One third of pinot meunier, pinot noir and chardonnay. Fermented and aged in barrel for about six months. Disgorged July 19, 2020. It’s aged six years on lees. Drink or hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eIts strength of character and integrity make it an ideal accompaniment to poultry dishes or Girolle mushrooms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eOldest continuously family-owned House, Billecart-Salmon was founded in 1818 by the marriage of Nicolas Francois Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon. For over two hundred years, the House has developed renowned expertise in crafting fine, elegant and balanced Champagnes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eBillecart-Salmon was first and foremost the result a union between Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon who, in 1818 and just married, founded their own Champagne House in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, a small village near Epernay. At their side was Louis Salmon, Elisabeth’s brother and a passionate oenologist who, from the very beginning, dedicated himself to the development of the wines. From then on, their heirs have never stopped aiming for excellence in winemaking. Today led by seventh-generation Mathieu Roland-Billecart, each family member has endeavored to pursue the family tradition and stay faithful to the same motto: \"give priority to quality, strive for excellence.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eBillecart-Salmon rigorously cultivates an estate of 100 hectares, sourcing grapes from an area totaling 300 hectares across 40 crus of the Champagne region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe majority of the grapes used for vinification come from a radius of 20km around Epernay, where the Grand Crus of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay co-exist, in the vineyards of the Montagne de Reims, the Vallée de la Marne and the Côte des Blancs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eAs part of the quest to increase the quality of their champagnes, in the 1950s, the House introduced the technique of cold settling combined with the use of stainless steel tanks for a longer fermentation at a lower temperature. Vinification occurs primarily on small thermoregulated tanks which allows the House to vinify parcels separately, preserving nuances of the expression of \"terroir\". Low-temperature fermentation slows down the process, encouraging aromas to delicately develop and allow the purity of the fruit to be fully expressed; absolute signature of the Billecart-Salmon style: finesse, elegance and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eOver three years of aging on lees in the chalk cellars for the non-vintage cuvees and over ten years for the prestige vintage cuvees, the family allows their wines to blossom. Giving the luxury of time to play its role is also behind the grandeur of Billecart-Salmon champagnes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elite Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42066186207489,"sku":"3113941208262","price":144.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/billecart-sous-bois.png?v=1771088229"},{"product_id":"domaine-rois-mages-rully-les-cailloux-blanc-2022","title":"Domaine Rois Mages Rully “Les Cailloux\" Blanc 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This wine, named after the stony soil on which the vines grow, has attractive white and citrus fruits that are allied to a good texture. It is still developing, with a tight texture and minerality still to the fore. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e After the juice is very gently pressed from the skins, the Rully “Les Cailloux” Blanc is put into stainless steel tanks at a low temperature to allow for a natural settling of the must. The juice is then transferred to barrels (10% new) where it ferments with indigenous yeasts. During the alcoholic and malo-lactic fermentations, the wine is stirred “battonage” every day. The wine then matures in barrels for a year without any stirring or racking. The wine is fined but not filtered before bottling. An average vintage produces 600 cases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Anne-Sophie Debavelaere, of Burgundian roots, began her domaine in 1984 with one hectare of land. Over the years, the estate has expanded and now includes 11 hectares divided among seven “climats”. The parcels are mostly in Rully but include small plots in Bouzeron and Beaune. In Rully they have vineyards in four “climats”: the 1er Cru “Les Pierres” and the three lieux dits “Les Cailloux”, “Moulin A Vent” and “Chaponnière.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2014, Anne-Sophie’s son, Felix joined her at the domain. Their vineyards are all worked with respect for the environment. No insecticides or herbicides are used, the ground is plowed but otherwise, the use of a tractor is restricted. The winery or “cave de vinification” is a vaulted cellar that was dug from the Rully hillside in 1850. It was originally built by a local negociant who wanted to have a cellar for sparkling wine similar to those in Champagne. Today, it offers Anne-Sophie and Felix a wonderful environment in which to mature their wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnne-Sophie and Felix farm 3 hectares in the “Les Cailloux” vineyard. 1.3 hectares are planted to Chardonnay and 1.6 hectares are planted to Pinot Noir. The plant density is 8,000 plants per hectare and the vines have an average age of over 50 years. Anne-Sophie and Felix further ensure quality fruit by severely limiting the yields of their plants with the Chardonnay yielding 40hl per hectare and the Pinot Noir between 30 and 35 hl\/hectare. The “Les Cailloux” vineyard descends from a plateau at one of the highest elevations in Rully and offers beautiful views of the Rully valleys below and the greater Côtes Challonnaise. As the vineyard name suggests, this “lieu dit” has a great many surface stones. They absorb the sun’s heat during the day and radiate it back to the plants after sunset. Wild herbs and grasses are encouraged to grow between the rows and in the summer, it gives their vineyard the look of an untamed garden. The grasses in combination with the rocky soils and dense planting produce an environment where the vines produce few bunches with grapes that are beautifully ripe, concentrated, and balanced. All harvesting is done by hand.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Traditions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42246468698369,"sku":"15375","price":46.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/rully-blanc.png?v=1765771001"},{"product_id":"camilucci-franciacorta-brut-nv","title":"Camilucci Franciacorta \"Ammonites\" Brut DOCG NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: 75% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot Nero, 5% Pinot Bianco\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Lombardy, Italy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e wine that truly tastes of Franciacorta, with its aromas, its calm sincerity. A wine that makes no promises, prefers to keep them in silence these are the words of Stefano Camilucci to describe his Franciacorta Brut and never more fitting words. This sip can adapt to any occasion thanks to its qualities of freshness and elegance at the same time. Harmony in aromas and on the palate. Really does not miss a beat, knowing how to adapt to an aperitif as well as to an entire dinner and always with great class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eGrapes were softly pressed within 2 hours, on \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eaverage, following harvest. Each varietal was fermented \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eseparately in temperature controlled stainless steel tank.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eIn the tiny commune of Rodengo-Saiano, Stefano \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eCamilucci farms 18ha of vines organically on ancient, morainic, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003efossil-rich soils. He is making some of the most interesting and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003edelicious Franciacorta wines we have ever tasted by doing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eexactly the opposite of what most other producers do. He never \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eemploys chaptalization or malolactic fermentation in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eproduction. His singular focus us creating laser-focused fresh, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003epure, complex wines that all their place of origin to shine and so \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003ehe enters into a very risky game of chicken with mother nature \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eevery year by harvesting every berry used in his wines late and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003ethen laying the fruit bare in the wines with no oak or malolactic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003efermentation to hide a flaw or soften a corner. It is a risky \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eendeavor, but we would not want it any other way. These wines \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eare stunners and Stefano is just awesome. He also grows hops, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003ebarley, spelt, and saffron. He makes flour, brews beers (amazing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003ebeers!!), and grows fruits and nuts as well. We were definitely not \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003elooking for a Franciacorta producer, of that you may be certain. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eYet, as we walked away from our first meeting with Stefano, we \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003ewere discussing what to include on the first order and that we \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eshould return after tasting in the Piemonte pavilion for a palate \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003ecleanser and some more beer!!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Le Storie","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42562328756481,"sku":"153310","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/camilucci--1_63717548-f1d0-41c9-ac5e-71bf66e1070c.png?v=1775230041"},{"product_id":"baron-herzog-chardonnay-2019","title":"Baron Herzog Chardonnay 2024","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 13%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: California, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#262626\" face=\"Verdana\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan color=\"#262626\" face=\"Verdana\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eFull bodied and complex with notes of baked pear, apple blossom and Meyer lemon with hints of caramel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e Kosher for Passover\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana; color: #262626;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/b\u003e It pairs perfectly with fish, chicken, or veal dishes and should be served slightly chilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cspan color=\"#262626\" face=\"Verdana\" style=\"color: #262626; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe Baron Herzog brand is known for outstanding variety and value. With a history of reliable quality dating back to 1985, Baron Herzog wines offer something for every palate. They trace their winemaking origins back nine generations, to Phillip Herzog, who made wine in Slovakia for the Austro-Hungarian court more than a century ago. Phillip’s wines were so appreciated by Emperor Franz-Josef that the emperor made Phillip a baron. Baron Herzog wines, a line of premium yet moderately priced California varietals, are named to commemorate that honor. These award-winning wines are handcrafted by winemaker Joe Hurliman for immediate consumption or short-term aging, and are widely available nationwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Virginia Imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42735816311041,"sku":"087752002568","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/herzogchard.png?v=1775256426"},{"product_id":"es-okay-white-mendocino-nv","title":"Rootdown Es Okay White Mendocino NV","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol : \u003c\/strong\u003e13.1%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e 52% Chardonnay, 27% Chenin Blanc, 17% Pinot Gris, 4% Riesling Piquete, 1 % Orange Muscat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mendocino, Northern California, United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is like aromatic target practice if that's a thing. Besides being juicy with good texture at the roof of the mouth, aromatics and flavors are all over the board. Loquat, white peach, apricot, and blood orange are a few. But wait. There's more! Lemon grass, d'anjou pear, markut lime.... Like I said, \"aromatic target practice.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStory:\u003c\/strong\u003e “ES Okay” The fun naming idea came from a casual conversation about how winemaker\/owner Mike Lucia uses “it’s okay” constantly. 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The palate is full of refined red berry fruit, pink grapefruit and lively acidity balanced with a touch of sweetness on the finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhile its flagship vintage rosé has secured Hush Heath a firm place among England’s top wine producers, the estate recently introduced a second tier of traditional method sparkling wine. This pair of non-vintage wines, a rosé and a white, appear under the '1503' label, a reference to the date when the estate’s historic manor house was built. 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Most important of all, we employed two dedicated and masterful professionals with years of experience of the winemaking process. Both Owen Elias and Victoria Ash bring richness and vibrancy to everything they create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the autumn, Hush Heath winery enjoys its busiest time of year and manages all of the apples and grapes from our land. None of our fruit has to travel long distances to the winery and we pride ourselves on producing a range of sparkling and still wines and ciders which are uniformly characterized by a clean, crisp, and lively personality with concentrated fruit. 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Very round on the palate, both full-bodied and refined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_rating\"\u003e96 points \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pipProdProReviews_name\" itemprop=\"author\"\u003eVinous: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eThe Chablis Les Preuses Grand Cru comes from 2.5-hectares split over two parcels. This has one of my favourite aromatics from Fèvre this year with superb delineation and mineralité. The palate is harmonious and poised, very focused and tensile, plenty of energy with a touch of lime and clementine towards the persistent finish. This is an outstanding Chablis that should age supremely well in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Pair with fish, shellfish and other seafood, grilled or in a cream sauce. Poultry and white meat, grilled or in a cream sauce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Founded in 1959, Domaine William Fèvre is at the heart of the Chablis vineyards. Since its founding, Domaine William Fèvre has been taken up with the desire to produce indisputable genuine and fine wines, bringing along a very personal experience in Chardonnay. All the efforts have but one goal – to finely express the subtle most variations in the greatest Chablis crus. Today, Domaine William Fèvre is one of Chablis's most established and renowned estates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine William Fèvre joined the Henriot family portfolio in 1998.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In my 20 years with William Fèvre, I have aimed at crafting wines that fully express the terroir of Chablis through the use of organic and biodynamic viticulture and meticulous care in the vineyards. 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Fresh and supple, the wine is marked by mineral notes that are typical of the appellation.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003ePairs well with fish dishes, grilled or in a light sauce; various seafood, oysters and sushi.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFounded in 1959, Domaine William Fèvre is at the very heart of the Chablis vineyards. Since its founding, Domaine William Fèvre has been taken up with the desire to produce indisputable genuine and fine wines, bringing along a very personal experience in Chardonnay. All the efforts have but one goal – to finely express the subtle most variations in the greatest Chablis crus. Today, Domaine William Fèvre is one of the most established and renowned estates in Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDomaine William Fèvre joined the Henriot family portfolio in 1998.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“In my 20 years with William Fèvre, I have aimed at crafting wines that fully express the terroir of Chablis through the use of organic and biodynamic viticulture and meticulous care in the vineyards. 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Grown in well-drained, sandy loam bojac mundane soil, with a band of clay and high minerality content with ancient shell. About 35 million years ago, a meteor slammed into the earth at a location that is now the southern tip of the Eastern Shore, displacing much of the soil and fragmenting the shell and mineralogy. Notes of honeysuckle, pineapple, and mineral elements on the nose, the palette is pristine, with ripe, sweet stone fruit tangerine acidity, and just a hint of grapefruit. This is a pure expression of the varietal and Eastern Shore terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oysters, Clams, and Seafood Dishes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan face=\"Verdana\"\u003eSince 1999, more than twenty acres of high-density (1,740 vines per acre) French vinifera varietals have been planted. They are Merlot (clone 181 and 3 on rootstock 101-14 and 3309), Chardonnay (French Dijon clones 95\/96 and 76, and California Clones 4 and 5 on 3309 rootstocks), Cabernet Franc (clone 214 on 101-14 rootstock), Cabernet Sauvignon (clone 337 on 101-14 rootstock) and Petit Verdot (clone 400 on 101-14 rootstock). The vineyards are cane pruned during the winter months to balance the vines and limit yields to less than 4 tons per acre thereby concentrating wine flavors. The grapes are hand-picked and sorted before pressing to ensure the highest quality of the juice. Grapes not vinified at the winery are sold to other wineries in Virginia.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe land at Chatham, which overlooks Church Creek, was patented in 1640. The Federal-period brick house, Chatham, was built in 1818 by Major Scarborough Pitts and named for William Pitt, the Earl of Chatham and friend of the American Revolution. The historic outbuildings, barns, and two early 1900s homes on the property have been renovated in recent years. Chatham Farm has been a working farm for four centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe winery was constructed in 2005 and currently has a production capacity of 3,000 to 5,000 cases annually. Winemaking equipment includes a computerized Europress 2200 liter, a Zickler-Rauch de-stemmer\/crusher A-12, French and Virginia oak cooperage, and stainless steel fermenters with dimpled glycol cooling jackets custom-made in Italy. The temperature in the winery is maintained at 50 degrees year-round. A retail tasting room is located in the winery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFuture plans include the relocation and restoration of an 1890s farmhouse adjoining the winery to serve as a tasting room and special events facility.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eastern Shore","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43439301558529,"sku":"67490","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/chathamChard--1_121f7956-e37a-4c14-b4d8-32fe480c53a4.png?v=1774718838"},{"product_id":"maison-les-belles-monthelie-2020","title":"Maison En Belles Lies Monthélie WHITE 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol: \u003c\/strong\u003e12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e M\u003cspan\u003eade from a 0.40ha parcel of 50-year-old vines high up a south-east facing slope of 'terre blanche' – a very stony limestone-clay soil that is difficult to plow and weathers out many fossils. Only 1% of Monthélie vineyards are planted with chardonnay, invariably at the top of hillsides. Aged for 15 months in 4yo 350ltr barrels, this wine coats the palate. It’s elegant with limestone-induced salivation, incisive freshness, and a floral touch. The finish is lengthy, clear, and precise. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/strong\u003e After a long professional life in the fashion and garment industry in Paris, Pierre decided to follow his heart and moved to Burgundy to become a winemaker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs is the way with biodynamics, the universe conspired to introduce Pierre to Rudolf Steiner through happenstance. He bought one of Steiner’s book on a whim at a Parisian flea market and thus began his journey from cloth to vine. This path included raising cows (to learn farming biodynamically) and “interning” with Trapet, Lapierre, and Emmanuel Giboulot. 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A fitting technique for a vigneron who is yielding pure, traditional translations of place\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Native Selection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43763769540865,"sku":"195028","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/maison-white.png?v=1769901442"},{"product_id":"nielson-chardonnay-2021","title":"Nielson Santa Barbara Chardonnay 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 13.7\u003cb\u003e%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e Santa Barbara, Central Coast, California, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Citrus blossom, Meyer lemon and lime zest, and baked Granny Smith apple in nose. A bright and balanced acidity complements this medium bodied wine and finishes with flavors of pear tart. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: Nielson Wines pays homage to its namesake, Uriel J. Nielson, who in 1964 planted the first commercial vineyard in Santa Barbara County, a region previously considered too cold to grow grapes. Known as a viticulture pioneer, Uriel didn’t heed warnings from neighboring farmers and didn’t flinch in his stance that Santa Barbara County could be one of the top winegrowing regions in the world. Today, five decades later, there are over 100 wineries and thousands of acres devoted to vineyards, producing wines recognized by critics worldwide for their amazing quality, uniqueness, and compelling balance of flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipWinery\" itemprop=\"brand\" itemscope=\"\" itemtype=\"http:\/\/schema.org\/brand\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipWinery_content js-has-multipleImages js-has-wineryMap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv itemprop=\"description\" class=\"pipWinery_copy viewMoreModule\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"viewMoreModule_text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNielson Wines continues in Uriel’s pioneering spirit, crafting ambitious wines that embody the freshness and vibrancy of the cool, coastal Southern California enclave. Each vintage, Winemaker Ryan Pace produces Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from some of the region’s most celebrated vineyard sites, with the original Nielson Vineyard serving as the backbone in most of the wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the cellar, Ryan prefers to utilize small-lot winemaking techniques to showcase the nuances and character of each wine, such as hand pruning, block-by-block harvesting, barrel fermentations, and lees stirring. 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The first aromas of apricot and fresh bread, with floral notes, give way to more complex notes of praline, hazelnut and shortbread. In the mouth, delicate brioche aromas, creamy and buttery, followed by a savouriness with hints of tea. Particularly well-balanced, with a soft astringency and exotic moreishness hinting of pineapple and mango. This wine is energetic and dynamic (with notes of citrus zest), generous and distinguished. It is notable for its purity, sobriety, and marked identity, and, in particular, its mastery in balancing freshness and acidity at full maturity. Serve with green asparagus, parmesan, rockfish, sea urchins or razor clams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003e« Le Chemin du Chemin »\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis a foray into the spirit of Champagne Fresne Ducret. A true philosophical treatise, this cuvée will guide you through a realm of balance, bringing together toasted notes, exotic moreishness and a gentle astringency It is a harbinger of a new world where maturity reigns high.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: Birthplace of Champagne Fresne Ducret, Ville-Dommange has witnessed the journey undertaken many years ago by the first voyagers of the family. For more than a century, successive generations ventured beyond the borders of their forefathers, discovering new frontiers and weaving together what they learned from their explorations with the traditions of their heritage. At the head of the family business since 2007, Pierre Fresne has devoted himself to continuing this family tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Fresne family can be traced back many generations in the village of Marfaux on the left bank of the Vesle River, and their life’s work was tending grapevines. Adolphe Fresne, born in 1834, was the first in his family to set off on his own. At the age of 16, he decided to leave his parents’ home and seek employment as a vineyard worker in Ville-Dommange. This move became permanent when he married Olive Nachuret, a local girl from a long line of vigerons, and together they started a family. They had four children: Marie-Joseph, Marie-Lucie, Lié-Lucien, and the youngest, Pierre-François, who was affectionately called Onésime.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOnésime, in turn, met and married Marie-Rose Laherte (called Émérentine), whose family had also long been established as winegrowers in Ville-Dommange. They raised three children, Gabrielle, Pierre and Prosper, and the family made its living with their vineyards, selling all of their grapes to the big champagne houses.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, it is Michel’s son, Pierre Fresne, who is at the helm of the family domain. Initially, he hadn’t planned to follow in the footsteps of his forefathers; his parents didn’t want him to feel obliged and thus never pushed him in that direction. Instead, he did a bachelor’s degree in English, then moved to England to pursue a career as a language teacher, including a year spent earning a teaching degree at Cambridge University. After three years abroad, though, he missed Champagne and decided to return home. He carried out further training as a winemaker in Avize, then took internships at wineries in Burgundy and New Zealand. It was during the internship in Burgundy that he met his Canadian wife, Daniella, who agreed to make a life with him in Villedommange.\u003cbr\u003eTogether, Pierre and Daniella are the embodiment of Champagne Fresne Ducret’s story: at the crossroads of cultures and history. They represent a new generation of winemakers devoted to the future of champagne.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Traditions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44190578344193,"sku":"19776","price":66.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/chemin_7ebf5fdb-b2e0-4f00-9591-1f1863754485.png?v=1775330847"},{"product_id":"dumol-sonoma-chardonnay-estate-2021","title":"DuMol Sonoma Chardonnay Estate 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 13.5\u003cb\u003e%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e Sonoma Coast, California, USA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eClassic aromas of aniseed, sage and spearmint mix with green apple and lime fruits. White flower notes appear as the wine airs. The palate is deeply intense – so typical for this wine - with flavors akin to citrus oil, apricot and lemongrass. There’s volume and viscosity that resonates throughout the wine – deep, expansive and chewy. Fine chalky mineral acidity offsets this richness lifting and extending the wine’s long snappy clean finish. Drink between late-2023 and 2032. Decant for an hour in its youth and serve no cooler than 53F. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRespect for the land \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuMOL is a “vineyard up” winery with a fully integrated approach to winegrowing and winemaking. DuMOL planted its high-density estate vineyards and has farmed many of California’s most renowned vineyards for more than two decades. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommitment to craft \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuMOL sticks to what works and is focused on the fundamentals, finding inspiration in master, visionary producers around the world as DuMOL continually hones its craft—never imitating, ever refining. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnected on a personal level \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a project that comes from who the DuMOL team is and what they love. A deep connection is paramount: to the land, the wines, and the customers. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeritage and experience \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1996, DuMOL is a latter-day pioneer in the Russian River Valley. Winemaker, Viticulturist and Partner, Andy Smith, farmed the region for nearly a decade before joining in 1999, and Associate Winemakers Julie Cooper and Jenna Davis, and Cellar Master Jaime Eufracio, have over 40 years combined experience at DuMOL. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Republic National","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44257587527937,"sku":"59698","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/products\/DuMOL-Chardonnay-Estate-Vineyard-2021-914001.png?v=1765767440"},{"product_id":"jean-vesselle-brut-reserve-champagne-nv","title":"Jean Vesselle Brut Réserve Champagne NV (750ML)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol: \u003c\/strong\u003e12%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrapes: \u003c\/strong\u003e80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization: \u003c\/strong\u003eBouzy, Champagne, France\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eHoneysuckle blossoms tickle the aromatic nose. Toasty, lovely notes of warm, crusty oatmeal biscuits drizzled with molasses and sweet, red fruits characterize the bountiful, layered mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine \u0026amp; Spirits 93 pts - \u003c\/strong\u003eThis tastes like fresh-crushed apples, complete with their red skins, the flavors enriched by notes of yellow cherries and Marcona almonds. Its rich fruit sweetness builds on the wine’s gentle texture, supple and rounded, emphasizing freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003eAs an aperitif; or with soft, creamy cheeses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain: \u003c\/strong\u003eDelphine Vesselle is a perfect example of what the next generation of winemakers in Champagne (or France, for that matter) is capable. Trained both in France as well as in South Africa and Australia, Delphine is steeped in both modern techniques and family tradition. The ancient family estate (more than 300 years old) is located in the Cote de Noirs town of Bouzy, most famous for its powerful Pinot Noir wines. Her wines have a classic Bouzy signature, but also show impressive finesse and grace.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfter the death of her father, Jean Vesselle, in 1996, Delphine has preserved his memory by continuing the family tradition of making outstanding Champagne. She told us that she \"tries hard every day to honor his confidence by working towards quality and respect for the wine, with passion and dedication.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe family wines hail from two vineyards which they own. Their vine holdings are 90% Pinot Noir (much of which grows on mineral-rich Kimmeridgian soil) and 10% Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dionysos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44776809332993,"sku":"6917451722914","price":56.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/JeanVesselleBrutReserve.jpg?v=1775326079"},{"product_id":"champagne-jerome-prevost-la-closerie-les-beguines-extra-brut-lc21","title":"Champagne Jerome Prévost La Closerie \"Les Béguines\" Extra Brut LC23","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol: \u003c\/strong\u003e12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pinot Meunier, Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization: \u003c\/strong\u003eGueux, Champagne, France\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shellfish, crab, and lobster\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes: \u003c\/b\u003eLes Béguines\" is the name of a two-hectare individual vineyard in the municipality of Gueux. The old Pinot Meunier vines, from whose grapes Jérôme Prevost produces his legendary champagne, were planted here in 1960 with a plant density of 8,333 to 10,000 vines per hectare. After the manual harvest, which is set as late as possible, the alcoholic fermentation takes place in old 228, 400, 500, and 600-liter barriques, which come from Burgundy. Of course, there is no added yeast or sugar. The wines are bottled in July and stay on the lees for 18 to 24 months. In order to preserve the authenticity of the terroir and the vintage, Jérôme only produces vintage champagnes of the highest quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two hectare vineyard of Les Béguines in Gueux, inherited from Jérômes grandmother. Planted in the 1950s with massale selection cuttings. Harvested by hand and at a high degree of ripeness. Ferments with indigenous yeasts using a mix of used barriques and 600L demi-muids. Disgorged 18 months after bottling, finished with no dosage as to preserve the sanctity and purity of wine underneath. Very low SO2 levels. Aged 18 months on the lees, zero-dosage. Only 800-850 cs per year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJerome Prévost is part of a small but growing group of tiny producers making intense, vinous-styled Champagnes. Rather than follow the traditional Champagne model of blending grapes, vintages, and vineyards to produce a \"standardized\" product, Prevost and his fellow \"Champagne Renegades\" produce single vineyard, single vintage and single-variety wines. Quantities are extremely limited and Prévost wines have reached cult status in recent years.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Potomac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44880634675457,"sku":"9004","price":369.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/Beguine.png?v=1774019849"},{"product_id":"calera-chardonnay-central-coast-2022","title":"Calera Chardonnay Central Coast 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 14,5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Central Coast, California, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eBoth energetic and enticing, this impeccably balanced Chardonnay shows its cool-climate coastal roots with aromas of Meyer lemon, white peach, and fragrant honeysuckle. On the palate, notions of tropical pineapple mingle with zesty citrus flavors, with bright underlying acidity adding poise and energy to a long, refreshing finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eIn 1975, legendary vintner and American wine pioneer Josh Jensen founded Calera (Spanish for “lime kiln”) high in the remote Gavilan Mountains of California’s windswept Central Coast. There, in Mt. Harlan’s low-yielding, limestone-rich soils and cool, arid climate, he began planting what would ultimately become six small estate vineyards. Today, these vineyards are recognized as some of the New World’s most revered Pinot Noir sites.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003eCalera is a vision, and Calera’s wines truly express the sense of place. Rather than follow the recommended path, Josh Jensen became a pioneer in American Pinot Noir. Taking his cue from the great Domaines of Burgundy, which have grown grapes in limestone soil for centuries, he set out in search of the perfect spot in California to create wines unique to the world but in the style of the greatest wines of France. Site selection was vital as he ventured off the grid to plant on the site of an old limekiln in the Gavilan Mountains of California's Central Coast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003eUnder the stewardship of Winemaker Mike Waller, each vineyard is renowned for producing singular wines of uncommon purity, elegance and aging potential. In addition to its beloved single-vineyard wines, Calera partners with some of the top vineyards on California’s majestic Central Coast to make Calera’s beautiful Central Coast wines, including a Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45120870908161,"sku":"745067961641","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/calera.jpg?v=1765764025"},{"product_id":"jax-y3-chardonnay-2022","title":"Jax Y3 Chardonnay 2024","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 13,2%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Napa Valley, California, USA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: Fermented in a concrete tank and aged in neutral oak, this steely wine is delicately layered in lemon and papaya. It shows very good substance and style on the lengthy finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eY3 Chardonnay grapes come from a single vineyard in Carneros that is influenced by the cooling effect of the Pacific Ocean allowing for a long growing season. The grapes are fermented in French concrete tanks and aged in barrels 3+ years old. Fermenting Chardonnay in concrete like in Chablis enhances the aromatics of the varietal, increases the mineral characteristics, and allows the flavor of the vineyard to be the star.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eBrother and sister team, Trent and Kimberly Jackson collaborated with their vintner “green thumb” father to found their first label in 1996. Over time the two identified their unique niche among next-generation wine enthusiasts. Outliers from the dominating shortlist of old-school Napa wineries, the two saw an opportunity to buck the “en vogue” winemaking style of their day to focus on the unique terroir of their family vineyard. After all, “change comes first at a small scale driven by the smaller more nimble producers.”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eSoon after, cult Winemaker Kirk Venge was recruited to create balanced wines reflecting the varietal character and a sense of place. Passionate about our vineyard site, integral to our clone and rootstalk selections, and now 15 years in, Kirk has reinforced their instinct that focus should always be on “sense of place” to understand the nuances that allow us to make great wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eTo differentiate from their small lot single vineyard Jax line, they launched “Y3” to scale and offer more “true to varietal” wines from various AVAs (spanning Napa and Sonoma). The “Y3” symbol was the cattle symbol used on their grandparents’ cattle ranch, Yarrayne. The “3” represents three generations of land-tilling entrepreneurs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eIn 2013, the siblings recruited a third partner, Dan Parrott, a no-nonsense individual with a laser focus on balanced wines (historically working in Italian import houses) and a true Burgundian aficionado. Dan keeps the sibling rivalry in check and runs Jax like a well-oiled machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Z Wine Guy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45410339717377,"sku":"736211892973","price":27.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/y3-chard-website-bottle-shot-1718054380516.png?v=1775145446"},{"product_id":"domaine-lafouge-auxey-duresses-blanc-les-hautes-2022","title":"Domaine Lafouge Auxey-Duresses Blanc \"Les Hautes\" 2023","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 13\u003cb\u003e%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e Auxey Duresses, Burgundy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAs easy as it is to forget the quality of Auxey-Duresses Blanc, it's just as easy to overlook the sensational quality of Domaine Lafouge. The Auxey-Duresses Blanc Les Hautés (from the lieu dit situated next to Les Vireuils in Meursault) displays a fine balance of white floral aromas (acacia and honeysuckle) with white orchard fruits on the nose. The palate is racy and mineral with pear and nectarine fruit vying for attention with a good degree of mineral cut. This is pretty and a fine value in white Burgundy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: This family Domaine has been established in Auxey-Duresses for several generations (since 1650). It specializes in the production of Auxey-Duresses whites, reds, and 1ers Crus Climat du Val, La Chapelle, Les Duresses, and Les Ecusseaux. The vines are worked with respect of \"terroir\". Grapes have always been hand-picked. Come to our cellars for a tasting and a guided tour.\u003cspan type=\"champSimple\" id=\"b2fe5c47-0723-4ba6-ab67-5f4393432513\" data-champcoderef=\" \"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Run","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45635044802817,"sku":"6377","price":56.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/Les-Hautes.png?v=1775317072"},{"product_id":"champagne-georgeton-rafflin-anecdote-premier-cru-2016","title":"Champagne Georgeton Rafflin \"Anecdote\" Premier Cru 2017","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: 50% Pinot Noir, 50% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Montagne de Reims, Champagne, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e This vintage Anecdote is made from our best vines. This cuvée is a blend of 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay. This blend gives this cuvée freshness and voluptuousness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Georgeton Rafflin house was born from the marriage of Monique Rafflin and Bruno Georgeton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonique Rafflin is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Jean Rafflin, producers of Champagne in Ludes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBruno Georgeton is the son of Mr and Mrs Armand Georgeton winegrowers in Verzy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the years 1975, they began to work the vines ceded by their families, while acquiring new ones on the Montagne de Reims to increase their exploitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was not until the 1990s that the first bottles were marketed under their name, when their parents sold their business.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2006, their son Rémi began working on the estate after completing his studies in viticulture and oenology.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Traditions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45635294429441,"sku":"90468","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/anecdote--1_55be1a86-c843-42f5-8728-7c2e5c16cc79.png?v=1774638457"},{"product_id":"champagne-michel-turgy-grand-cru-blanc-de-blancs-brut-reserve-selection","title":"Champagne Michel Turgy Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut Reserve Selection","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape: \u003c\/strong\u003e100%\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eChardonnay \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization: \u003c\/strong\u003eCotes des Blancs, Champagne, France\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003eAromas of gardenia, honeysuckle, brioche. Flavors of lemon curd, sea salt, toast. Fine-grained and savory \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Quietly in the shadows of the larger houses in the Cotes des Blancs, vine-growing Champagne artisans like Jean-Michel Turgy are crafting character-rich wines based on the traditions of past winemaking generations. Turgy sets himself apart with wines that do more than just reflect the Mesnil-styled sumptuous, sensual and richly flavored champagnes but faithfully capture the true character of the region's unparalleled terroir, a vibrant personality often muted by mass-producing Champagne houses. For more than 130 years, the Turgy family has grown Chardonnay grapes on these chalky soils, and because of this, they can certainly claim to be more than acquainted with the true soul and substance of Mesnil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiple small vineyard parcels in and around the town of Le Mesnil sur Oger, in the Cotes des Blancs. Soils are pure chalk (ancient fossilized marl, limestone) and rated 100% Grand Cru\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinemaking:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-harvested. Pressed in an ancient wooden upright press, and fermented on indigenous yeasts in temperature-controlled, stainless steel tanks. Aged for at least two years in bottle. Dosage less than 5 grams\/L.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dionysos","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45635295838465,"sku":"3760171160008","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/turgy.png?v=1774729604"},{"product_id":"champagne-veuve-clicquot-la-grande-dame-rose-2012","title":"Champagne Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame Rosé 2012","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e 90% Pinot Noir and 10% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reims, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e  Initial notes of white flowers on the nose, such as jasmine, honeysuckle, and vine flowers, can be felt and then opens with fruitier nuances of apple, pear, and peach. A few notes of fresh almond and frangipane complete the bouquet. In the mouth, the cuvée reveals more complex aromas: dried apricot, hazelnuts, honey, and sugar candy. Silky textures give the wine its personality, elegance, and character. The aging has imparted particular depth and power to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e In 2022, Veuve Clicquot reveals this 9th edition of La Grande Dame Rosé, an exceptional and rare wine. \u003cbr\u003eIn 1818, Madame Clicquot crafted the first known \"rosé d'assemblage\" champagne by blending some of her Bouzy red wines with her white wines. La Grande Dame Rosé respects her vision with 90% of Pinot Noir coming from the historic Grands Crus of our terroir as well as a red wine added to the blend from a single parcel: the Parcelle 'Clos Colin' located in Bouzy, a Grand Cru terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Veuve Clicquot, now one of the largest Champagne Houses, was founded in 1772 by Philippe Clicquot under the label \"Clicquot\". After establishing the brand throughout Europe, Russia and the United States, Philippe was joined by his son, François Clicquot, at the head of the House in 1798. Seven years later, after his untimely death, François’ young widow, Barbe Ponsardin, took over the family business at 27 years old. The House would subsequently be renamed in her honor: ‘Veuve Clicquot’ means ‘The Widow Clicquot.’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver the course of her lifetime, Madame Clicquot (Barbe Ponsardin), developed three of the most important innovations in Champagne that are still practiced today. First, in 1810 Veuve Clicquot produced the first vintage wine in Champagne, which otherwise produced non-vintage blends. Second, in 1816 Madame Clicquot invented the riddling table to clarify Veuve Clicquot champagne, and by doing so, she improved both the quality and finesse of the wines. Riddling is now fundamental to ‘La Methode Traditionelle’ (the traditional Champagne production method) and is emulated around the world. Finally, in 1818 Madame Clicquot created the first rose champagne made through ‘assemblage’, a method where white wines are blended with red wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe distinctive, 90+ rated, Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut has been in production since 1877. It is distinguished by the dominance of Pinot Noir in its blend, which gives strength, complexity, and elegance to the champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Virginia Imports","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45635296493825,"sku":"081753832490","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/lagrandedamerose2012-beautyshot-digitaluse-bottle2glasses-jpg_high-width-1920x-prop--1_e2626ef3-57e9-4c6a-b28e-978cc7ff203f.png?v=1765760792"},{"product_id":"champagne-rene-geoffroy-brut-1er-cru-expression-nv","title":"Champagne Rene Geoffroy Brut 1er Cru \"Expression\" NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12,5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e 35% Meunier, 35% Pinot noir, 30% Chardonnay \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e49% 2016, 51% perpetual reserve \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003estarted in 1970\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Aÿ, Champagne, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan style=\"font-family: inherit; font-size: inherit; font-style: inherit; font-variant-ligatures: inherit; font-variant-caps: inherit; font-weight: inherit; color: #292b2d;\"\u003eThis wine gets better every year. There are lovely aromas; it's silky and stylish now – even starched. It's lighter on its feet than ever.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pipProfessionalReviews\" style=\"-webkit-tap-highlight-color: rgba(255, 255, 255, 0); margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline-width: 0px; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 16px; line-height: inherit; font-family: BentonSans, sans-serif; vertical-align: baseline; position: relative; clear: both; color: #292b2d;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eApproximately 50% of this wine each year comes from a perpetual cuvée started by Jean-Baptiste Geoffroy’s father, René in 1970. This makes it the oldest and most complex blend of vintages in any non-vintage wine we work with. For the base of Expression, half of the total perpetual cuvée is drawn off from two large concrete vats and replaced with the current harvests’ wine. Small amounts of wine from every vintage stretching from the year the Beatles broke up, through the last harvest is in these vats – this is a 50-year-old reserve. When you taste this wine, think about the history in the glass and how rare it is to have a non-vintage wine this complex and layered.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 points Vinous\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eThe NV Brut Expression is a beautiful wine. A fine line of acidity runs through the Expression, lending notable brightness and cut throughout. Orchard fruit, spice, mint, and dried flowers are all beautifully delineated in a Champagne that impresses for its transparency and cut. I loved it. This release is a blend of 2015 and 2014. The dosage is 5 grams per liter. Disgorged: December 2019. Drinking window: 2020 - 2028\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThese days, many of the grower-producers are selling all the Champagne they can make. Jean-Baptiste Geoffroy, who has 14 hectares in the Vallée de la Marne, is the fifth generation in his family to grow grapes in the region. While his family has always made a little wine, they began to emphasize Champagne production in the bad years after World War II, when they were unable to sell their grapes to the big houses. In the 1970s Mr. Geoffroy’s father decided to keep all the grapes and turn them into Champagne. Walking through a hillside vineyard in Cumières overlooking the Marne, Mr. Geoffroy’s parcels were easy to distinguish from the others. The lush green grass growing between his rows of bare vines was evidence of his distaste for chemical pesticides and herbicides. \"If you don't have passion, you won't make very good Champagne,\" he said as he strolled the vineyard, waving at local hunters who also walked the rows, shotguns in hand, searching for rabbits and pheasants.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eWhile this prominent grower estate has recently moved to the village of Aÿ, the Geoffroy name is inextricably linked to that of Cumières, where the family has winegrowing roots that date back to the 17th century. Today Jean-Baptiste Geoffroy and his father René farm 14 hectares of vines, 11 of which are in Cumières. A few parcels are located just across the border to the west in the adjacent village of Damery, while the rest is all Meunier in the nearby village of Fleury-la-Rivière.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eGeoffroy’s vines average about 20 years of age, and the oldest is from 1926. Viticulture is described as lutte intégrée, or “integrated pest control”—it is heavily aimed at sustainability, eschewing all chemical weedkillers and employing methods such as the planting of cover crops, tilling of the soil and the encouraged habitation of predatory insects to combat vine pests.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Williams Corner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45635296526593,"sku":"3584870000034","price":79.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/rene-geoffroy-champagne-1er-cru-expression-brut-nv.jpg?v=1772302382"},{"product_id":"champagne-vilmart-cie-les-blanches-voies-blanc-de-blancs-2011","title":"Champagne Vilmart \u0026 Cie \"Les Blanches Voies\" Blanc de Blancs 2011","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Montagne de Reims, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe straw-yellow colour with pale green highlights is fed by a very delicate effervescence announcing breadth and finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, a harmonious bouquet of citrus fruits animates our senses with in particular, lemon, lime and grapefruit. In aromatic support, subtle vanilla notes and roasted hazelnuts bring structure and consistency to the wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the palate, our taste buds discover dried fruits always highlighted by vanilla and hazelnut. After a few moments, apricot, ripe pear and honeysuckle flavours complete this wine of great complexity. A delicate and silky texture on the mouth reflects the personality of this chiseled wine. This vintage made from sixty years old vines on a chalk floor, brings us a very developed mineral side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e Aging process: ten months in oak barrels of 228 l; Eighty-four months on lies in the cellars after bottling; No malolactic fermentation; Dosage: 4 g\/l; Quantity limited to 2 900 bottles numbered\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood Pairing:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThis champagne can be enjoyed as an aperitif or as an accompaniment on a Saint-Jacques dish, sweetbreads or seafood such as oysters or caviar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVilmart has been estate-bottling wine in the village of Rilly-la-Montagne since 1890. Its current proprietor, Laurent Champs, is the fifth generation of his family to make wine here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChamps is a member of Ampelos, an organisation that certifies and promotes sustainable viticulture, and he has used no herbicides or chemical fertilisers since taking over the estate in 1989. He ferments and ages all of his wine in oak: large foudres of up to 5,500 litres for the entry-level wines, and 225- litre barriques or 600-litre casks for his top wines, the vintage-dated Coeur de Cuvée and Grand Cellier d’Or. Combined with their ripe fruit, this gives Vilmart’s Champagnes a creamy depth and complexity, although they also retain a brisk focus and poise, thanks to their avoidance of malolactic fermentation. They tend to be very closed in their youth, needing several years after release to fully reveal their character and aroma.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Williams Corner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45635298689281,"sku":"1619","price":499.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/lesblanches.png?v=1765772903"},{"product_id":"champagne-billecart-salmon-brut-rose-nv","title":"Champagne Billecart Salmon Brut Le Rose NV (750ML)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eChardonnay, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Champagne, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe Brut Rosé is a fresh and elegant Rosé Champagne, blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir vinified as red wine. Radiant color with graceful effervescence, a persistent mousse, and fine bubbles rising slowly in the glass. Subtle and fine aromas leading to an expressive red berry flavor with citrus zest. Creamy and smooth on the palate, evolving to strawberries notes and a raspberry finish. Light, balanced and precise. The best pairing for any happy occasion! Pairs greatly with fine charcuterie, sushi, grilled salmon, or a langoustine carpaccio. It will also enhance lightly sweetened red berry desserts with an acidic crunch.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e96 points Wilfred Wong of Wine.com\u003c\/b\u003e: After decades of tasting and savoring the Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé Champagne, this wine remains one of my favorites wines in the world. TASTING NOTES: This wine is fresh, bright, and steady with its alluring aromas and flavors of red currants and strawberries. Enjoy it with fresh salmon and avocado hand rolls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e:  Serve at: 8°C, Dosage : 9g, Vinification in stainless steel, Malolactic fermentation, 40% reserve wines\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAging on lees: 36 months Aging potential: 2 to 4 years (Bottle)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003eThis cuvée is an ideal partner as an aperitif and can also accompany a dish of wild salmon or sushi. For dessert, it will add a sublime touch to red fruit flavors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eOldest continuously family-owned House, Billecart-Salmon was founded in 1818 by the marriage of Nicolas Francois Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon. For over two hundred years, the House has developed renowned expertise in crafting fine, elegant, and balanced Champagnes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eBillecart-Salmon was first and foremost the result a union between Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon who, in 1818 and just married, founded their own Champagne House in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, a small village near Epernay. At their side was Louis Salmon, Elisabeth’s brother and a passionate oenologist who, from the very beginning, dedicated himself to the development of the wines. From then on, their heirs have never stopped aiming for excellence in winemaking. Today led by seventh-generation Mathieu Roland-Billecart, each family member has endeavored to pursue the family tradition and stay faithful to the same motto: \"give priority to quality, strive for excellence.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eBillecart-Salmon rigorously cultivates an estate of 100 hectares, sourcing grapes from an area totaling 300 hectares across 40 crus of the Champagne region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe majority of the grapes used for vinification come from a radius of 20km around Epernay, where the Grand Crus of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay co-exist, in the vineyards of the Montagne de Reims, the Vallée de la Marne and the Côte des Blancs. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eAs part of the quest to increase the quality of their champagnes, in the 1950s, the House introduced the technique of cold settling combined with the use of stainless steel tanks for a longer fermentation at a lower temperature. Vinification occurs primarily on small thermoregulated tanks which allows the House to vinify parcels separately, preserving nuances of the expression of \"terroir\". Low-temperature fermentation slows down the process, encouraging aromas to delicately develop and allow the purity of the fruit to be fully expressed; absolute signature of the Billecart-Salmon style: finesse, elegance and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eOver three years of aging on lees in the chalk cellars for the non-vintage cuvees and over ten years for the prestige vintage cuvees, the family allows their wines to blossom. Giving the luxury of time to play its role is also behind the grandeur of Billecart-Salmon champagnes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elite Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45659569848577,"sku":"3113942234710","price":139.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/billecart_salmon_brut_rose_1-5l_magnum__47846.jpg?v=1775334464"},{"product_id":"domaine-paul-pernot-puligny-montrachet-les-pucelles-1er-cru-2023-email-sale-arrives-118","title":"Domaine Paul Pernot Puligny-Montrachet “Les Pucelles” 1er Cru 2023","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 13%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e:\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003ePuligny-Montrachet, Cote de Beaune, Cote d'Or, Burgundy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: A slightly more elegant nose expresses aromas of honeysuckle, passion fruit, Asian-style tea, and the cool essence of poached pear wisps. The caressing and highly seductive medium-bodied flavors possess a wonderfully sophisticated mouthfeel while delivering superb length on the balanced finale with that element of 'presence'. Lovely juice with fine development potential. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: Paul Pernot has run the domain since 1955, and now his three sons are assisting him. They own 19 hectares of fantastic vineyards in the Cote de Beaune but sell most of them to negociants, including Drouhin. The 20% or so they bottle themselves are pure, elegant, and delicious representations of their best parcels. While most wines see some new oak and only use barrels for three years, he bottles early to preserve freshness and avoid noticeable oakiness. The top wines, which always make a great comparison, are the Grand Crus Batard-Montrachet and Bienvenues-Batard-Montrachet. Two Chassagne parcels and one Puligny parcel (.61 ha total) with vine ages of 10-30 years go into the Batard. The Bienvenues comes from two parcels (.37 ha total) with ten and 40-year-old vines, respectively. As great as both wines have been over the years, they only get more distinct and complex with the age of the vines. Pernot also owns great plots in some of the Puligny Premiers Crus, including Pucelles (.28 ha of 35-year-old vines), Folatieres (45-year-old vines), and Clos de la Garenne (in Champ-Canet adjacent to Folatieres). Their Puligny villages are also excellent and come from 4 different parcels with vines as old as 50 years. It is vinified in steel but aged oak. The Bourgogne Blanc, which comes from vines within Puligny on the Meursault border, is also vinified in steel and is an excellent value. Both wines achieve remarkable complexity, given their appellations and oak treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Winebow","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45711617523969,"sku":"lespucelles","price":179.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/DomainePaulPernot_Puligny-Montrachet_Burgundy_France_2022_23da6cff-cd8e-4593-895a-20a1d2f5c139.png?v=1765769926"},{"product_id":"champagne-billecart-salmon-brut-reserve-750ml","title":"Champagne Billecart-Salmon Brut Le Reserve (750ml)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e30% Pinot Noir, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e30% Chardonnay, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"\u003e40% Pinot Meunier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Epernay, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eChampagne, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe Brut Réserve is a light, fine and harmonious champagne. It is made up of a blend of 40% Pinot Meunier, 30% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay from three different years and sourced from the best sites in the Champagne region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eReflections of straw yellow, fine slowly rising bubbles, and persistent mousse. Intense with radiant freshness. Floral notes with fresh fruits highlighted by light biscuit aromas. Pure with delicate texture, fresh apple, and crunchy pears.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eDosage: 8g\/l, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eVinification in stainless steel tanks, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eMalolactic fermentation, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e50% to 60% reserve wines, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eAging on lees: 30 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 points Decanter\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003eA fine straw-gold color with the great finesse of bubble flow and mousse. Joyful aromas of apple blossom and ripe pear. A full, defined palate demonstrates richness that will help to give this a long life in the cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe ideal partner for every occasion. It is perfect as an aperitif and can be enjoyed with a wide variety of dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eOldest continuously family-owned House, Billecart-Salmon was founded in 1818 by the marriage of Nicolas Francois Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon. For over two hundred years, the House has developed renowned expertise in crafting fine, elegant, and balanced Champagnes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eBillecart-Salmon was first and foremost the result of a union between Nicolas François Billecart and Elisabeth Salmon who, in 1818 and just married, founded their own Champagne House in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, a small village near Epernay. At their side was Louis Salmon, Elisabeth’s brother and a passionate oenologist who, from the very beginning, dedicated himself to the development of the wines. From then on, their heirs have never stopped aiming for excellence in winemaking. Today led by seventh-generation Mathieu Roland-Billecart, each family member has endeavored to pursue the family tradition and stay faithful to the same motto: \"give priority to quality, strive for excellence.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eBillecart-Salmon rigorously cultivates an estate of 100 hectares, sourcing grapes from an area totaling 300 hectares across 40 crus of the Champagne region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e\u003cspan face=\"Verdana\" style=\"font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eThe majority of the grapes used for vinification come from a radius of 20km around Epernay, where the Grand Crus of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay co-exist, in the vineyards of the Montagne de Reims, the Vallée de la Marne and the Côte des Blancs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eAs part of the quest to increase the quality of their champagnes, in the 1950s, the House introduced the technique of cold settling combined with the use of stainless steel tanks for a longer fermentation at a lower temperature. Vinification occurs primarily on small thermoregulated tanks which allows the House to vinify parcels separately, preserving nuances of the expression of \"terroir\". Low-temperature fermentation slows down the process, encouraging aromas to delicately develop and allow the purity of the fruit to be fully expressed; absolute signature of the Billecart-Salmon style: finesse, elegance, and balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003eOver three years of aging on lees in the chalk cellars for the non-vintage cuvees and over ten years for the prestige vintage cuvees, the family allows their wines to blossom. Giving the luxury of time to play its role is also behind the grandeur of Billecart-Salmon champagnes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" style=\"margin: 0px 0px 11px; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal; font-family: Verdana;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elite Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45722878017793,"sku":"3113941213105","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/xxagxi5xrwl5bcnpgv6b_abc223db-67d6-48b8-af9a-6676f9259147.jpg?v=1775240251"},{"product_id":"champagne-jose-michel-premicesnv-750ml","title":"Champagne Jose Michel \"Premices\"NV (750ML)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape(s): \u003c\/strong\u003e70% Meunier, 30% Chardonnay \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization: \u003c\/strong\u003eMoussy, Champagne, France\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the palate, it offers a crisp and clean taste with flavors of green apple, pear, and a touch of brioche\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\"\u003eNotes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;\"\u003e: The non-vintage Brut Premises is a blend of 12 different wines from 2021 (65%), with the addition of 35% reserve wines from vintages from 2018 through 2020.\u003c\/span\u003e Cépage blend is 70% Meunier \/ 30% Chardonnay. The wines are aged in various containers, including oak, concrete, stainless steel, and an enameled tank. After blending, they rest for 1 month in an enameled tank before bottling. Dosage is 6g\/l.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain: \u003c\/strong\u003eJosé Michel made his first vintage in 1955 and thanks in part to his cellar of very old bottles of Pinot Meunier, he developed a cult following for his Champagnes. José passed away in 2019 and this “Maison de Tradition” which began in 1847 is now, seven generations later, run by José and Nicole’s grandson, Antonin. Antonin is brilliantly refining the work that José accomplished over six decades and developing his own ideas. As he says, “José and I agreed on practically everything”. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Champagne house is located in Moussy, a small village just south of Epernay. The 7 hectares of vineyards are spread throughout a number of villages, both in the Cotes D’Epernay and in the Vallée de la Marne. The vineyard sights with a richer clay soil are planted to Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. The slopes which have a calcareous soil are planted to Chardonnay. José Michel was the first in his family to plant Chardonnay which he did beginning in 1958. Fermentations are carried out in old oak casks or enameled steel vats and the wines go through a malolactic fermentation. José Michel is certified “Level 3” the top level of certification in Haute Valeur Environmentale. The Michels are a founding member of the group, “Tresors de Champagne” known as the “Special Club”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe non-vintage Brut is a blend in which the 70% Pinot Meunier forms the base and 30% Chardonnay adds complexity and finesse. In addition to the base vintage (typically 2 years old), the NV Brut benefits from being blended with reserve wines that are often 4 or 5 years old. The champagne is typically 2+ years “sur lattes” and carries a dosage of 9 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Traditions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45731041902849,"sku":"3579730000019","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/jose-michel-fils-champagne-premices-brut-n-v--1_b95cacdb-1daa-4968-87df-8e590b738f1d.png?v=1775245645"},{"product_id":"domaine-alain-gautheron-chablis-emeraude-2022-email-sale-arrives-1114","title":"Domaine Alain Gautheron Chablis \"Emeraude\" 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/strong\u003e: 12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/strong\u003e : Chardonnay \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Chablis, Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e: Notes of white blossom and preserved apricot perfume this fruity yet chiseled Chablis sourced from organic grapes. Despite a hot, dry vintage, it has a ripe, fruity demeanor balanced by a spine of acidity and a steely, penetrating finish. Approaching peak now, the wine should improve through 2025 and hold a few years further. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Drink as an aperitif and with salmon, asparagus, grilled vegetables and goat's cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is very traditional Chablis from a prestige 1er Cru vineyard, the ‘Mont de Milieu’. Fermentation and maturation is classically modern being coldly fermented to capture the purity of fruit. Maturation in tanks and avoiding any barrel aging, preserves the fresh steely flavors and unique influence of the chalky vineyard soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/strong\u003e: Domaine Gautheron is situated in the village of Fleys, east of the town of Chablis, and overlooked by the steep slopes of Les Fourneaux. This estate of only 25 hectares has been in the Gautheron family for five generations. The Domaine makes traditional Chablis, with fermentation and maturation avoiding wood to preserve the fresh steely flavors and unique influence of the chalky vineyard soils. The old vine cuvees exceed 65 years old and are partly mature in oak. Since 2009 a 0.4ha plot of organic vineyard has produced the cuvee Emeraude.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Wine Traditions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45756500410625,"sku":"3760040178004","price":39.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/emeraude.png?v=1775314040"},{"product_id":"champagne-tarlant-la-vigne-dantan-brut-nature-blanc-de-blancs-2006","title":"Champagne Tarlant La Vigne d'Antan Brut Nature Blanc de Blancs 2006","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12.5\u003cb\u003e%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003e100% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: Champagne, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: It has a fine, savory mousse with great depth, radiant acidity, and intense tactile minerality, giving the wine tremendous tension. There's also a hint of phenolics that add spice to the structure without diminishing its juiciness and elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's a Champagne that showcases the elegance and finesse of ungrafted vines, making it a truly special experience\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: In 1687, Pierre Tarlant began cultivating his first vineyards in Aisne. The family stayed put for almost 100 years before moving to the village of Oeuilly in 1780. At the turn of the 20th century, Louis Tarlant took over as head vigneron. His tenure would prove instrumental to shaping the family legacy, principally due to his involvement as mayor of Oeuilly in the rarely discussed Champagne Revolution.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy the early twentieth century, it had become increasingly common for the big Champagne houses, who even then had a strong-hold on commercialisation, to bring in fruit from all over France and even different countries (the farthest being Portugal!) to vinify and sell the wine as Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen this became common knowledge amongst growers in the region, many were infuriated that such practices could be happening right under their noses. Through rigorous organisation, many villages managed to block off the points of entry of outside fruit and skillfully organize themselves to codify the Champagne region. As a result, Louis helped achieve worldwide recognition of the AOC in 1911 and contributed to establishing the AOC Champagne region in 1927.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the aftermath of these events, Louis swore never to sell a single grape to the big houses again, making Tarlant one of the first independent estates in the region (less than 10 existed at the time). Fast forward to today, and head vigneron Benoît Tarlant is the 12th generation working the land under his family name. Benoît is the real deal: his great understanding and respect of history, tradition and nature, coupled with his experimental, forward-thinking tendencies have been the driving force of some truly next-level, terroir-centric Champagnes. With his sister Mélanie joining the family business in 2003, things are more than ever a family affair.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Free Run","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45807860842753,"sku":"3760098960217","price":329.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/TRVO06B0-tarlant-champagne-brut-nature-la-vigne-d-or-2006-480x0_0ebb549d-1b0f-4aa2-bd12-de066cc73e19.jpg?v=1765771642"},{"product_id":"champagne-jacquesson-cuvee-747-extra-brut-nv","title":"Champagne Jacquesson Cuvee 748 Extra Brut NV","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape(s):\u003c\/strong\u003e 45% chardonnay, 35% pinot noir and 20% pinot meunier\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocalization:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Jacquesson's Cuvée 747 is a highly refined Champagne with fruity and mineral notes. The nose evokes citrus fruits, pastries and brioche notes. The palate is intense, full with a nice mineral tension and a very long vibrant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eCuvée 747 from Maison Jacquesson is made from the 2019 harvest of the Ay, Dizy Hautvillers and Champillon terroirs (75%) and the Avize and Oiry terroirs (25%). A few reserve wines from the Domaine complete the blend.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Domain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne Jacquesson was founded in 1798 by Memmie Jacquesson and he did so well that Napoléon gave him a medal. The business left family hands toward the end of the 1800s and eventually was bought by the Chiquet family in 1974. Today Jacquesson is jointly managed by Jean-Hervé and Laurent Chiquet. Jean-Hervé, once the cellar master, now primarily runs the commercial aspects of the business, while his younger brother Laurent runs the production side and has taken the role of chef de cave. In a given year, Champagne Jacquesson farms between 69 and 76 acres in the grand cru villages of Aÿ, Avize, and Oiry, and in the premier cru villages of Hautvillers, Dizy, and Mareuil-Sur-Aÿ. The acres vary because the house owns 69 acres with the option to take farming contracts on as many as 7 more, and Jacquesson does all the farming on whatever it contracts for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSustainable practices are the norm here, and one-third of Jacquesson’s vineyards are certified organic. The brothers use vertical presses rather than more abusive horizontal presses. The juice flows by gravity into steel tanks for 24 hours of settling, after which it is transferred to large neutral wood casks (foudres) for several months to undergo alcoholic and malolactic fermentations. The dosage is typically in the extra-brut range of one to six grams of sugar per liter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aim of the 7-series is to emphasize the best qualities of a given year, rather than to dumb down individual vintages to make a uniform non-vintage. It’s worth noting that this series is being aged progressively longer in bottle so that by the time Cuvée 734 was released in May 2010 it had a full three years of bottle age, including four months after disgorgement. Jean-Hervé and Laurent had decided that the 7-series would be Jacquesson’s best-blended wine. Going forward, the vintage wines would be limited to the four single-vineyard wines, made only in good years and in very limited numbers, while the house’s one blend would be the 7-series. The requirements for the vintage-dated single vineyards are simple: the wine must have a distinct personality, one that reflects its terroir, and it is not needed in the 7-series blend.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Elite Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45810195005697,"sku":"3760079137652","price":109.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/JacquessonChampagneExtraBrutCuvee748.webp?v=1773443551"},{"product_id":"bertrand-bachelet-santenay-blanc-2022","title":"Bertrand Bachelet Santenay Blanc 2022","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 13.5\u003cb\u003e%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocalization\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003e Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cem\u003eA beautiful golden robe; a fresh nose, slightly roasted; on the palate, aromas of almonds and grilled hazelnuts, and as it ages, aromas of truffles.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"reviewinproduct\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: The Santenay appellation is situated to the south of the Côte de Beaune, and ends in the long vineyard of the Maranges appellation. Red wines are produced primarily (more than 80% of total production).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe estate produces white Santenay from the \"En Charron\" locality, at an altitude of about 300 metres, with excellent sunshine and thin limestone soil, which guarantees superb aromatic finesse. Combining the two localities' produce results in a well-balanced wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cem\u003eTo be matched with a creamy dish, such as risotto or a hard cheese like Comté or Beaufort.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"reviewinproduct\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"reviewinproduct\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: A passion for wine was what led Bertrand Bachelet to take over the family estate from his father, Jean-Louis, in 2011. He is the fourth generation in the line of Burgundy winegrowers. Bertrand currently runs the 13 hectares that stretch from Maranges to Pommard in the Côte de Beaune. The estate is based in Dezize-les-Maranges, one of three villages of the Maranges appellation. This appellation accounts for the greatest portion of the estate's production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBertrand is passionate about continuing the family tradition of producing high-quality wines, and employs new techniques that come from modern viticulture and oenology. His aim is to draw the best out of each terroir in order to produce a range of rich and diverse wines. Strong emphasis is placed on the meticulous work in the vineyard that is required to grow healthy grapes which are crucial when producing Grands Vins. Great importance is given to working the soil, so that the uniqueness of each terroir can be showcased.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the pruning stage right up to the harvest, all work is done manually. Vinification is still carried out in a traditional manner with little intervention, to highlight the uniqueness and complexity of each of their terroirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kysela","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46089999974657,"sku":"784585029440","price":54.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/vin-santenay-blanc.png?v=1775161039"},{"product_id":"damien-martin-bourgogne-blanc-2023","title":"Domaine Damien Martin Bourgogne Blanc 2024","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 13\u003cb\u003e%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation\u003c\/b\u003e: Maconnais, Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eWell-defined citrus and stone fruit aromas, with hints of acacia, honeysuckle, verbena, and fennel. Combines vivacity, roundness, fruitiness, and aromatic richness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: 90% fermented in stainless steel tanks, 10% fermented and matured in French oak barrels. Full malolactic conversion. Matured about 6 months on the fine lees. Both the stainless and barrel fermented wine are then blended for a richer, creamier texture without any perceptible oaky nose or taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent as an aperitif for its beautiful crispness, it pairs with poultry, veal, and lighter meats, risottos with meat or fish, cold antipasti, mixed salads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: A family domaine, owned by the father-and-son team of Robert and Damien Martin, Domaine Damien Martin owns approximately 20 hectares in the heart of the Mâconnais with Chardonnay vineyards in Verzé, the lieu-dit of Les Maillettes, located in St. Véran and Pouilly Fuissé, and Gamay planted in Mâcon Davayé. Son Damien now manages all aspects of the viticulture and winemaking with a deep love and respect for the traditions of the Mâconnais.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hand Picked Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46225251336449,"sku":"097871016094","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/IMG-9376_1100x_5c519526-5aa4-423f-b97c-915a33e93bb4.png?v=1775237846"},{"product_id":"domaine-gerard-duplessis-chablis-1er-cru-montmains-2022","title":"Domaine Gérard Duplessis Chablis 1er Cru  Montmains 2019 (Previous Vintage)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12.5\u003cb\u003e%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: 100% Chardonnay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation\u003c\/b\u003e: Chablis, Burgundy, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: A rich, assertive wine that is also complex, subtle, and well balanced, with plenty of citrus and white fruit aromas over a backdrop of slate and light saline notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNotes\u003c\/b\u003e: Primary fermentation and malolactic conversion occurred in tank with indigenous yeasts (no inoculation). 10‐12 months aging in stainless steel tanks, followed by a further 6 months aging in French oak barrels (10% new). Lightly filtered prior to bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood pairing\u003c\/b\u003e: Stinky Cheese, Roast White Meats, Braised Things, White Sauce, Fried Food\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: Founded in 1895, Domaine Gérard Duplessis is a family-run estate located in the heart of Chablis. Today, the domaine is managed by Lilian Duplessis, who oversees its 9 hectares of vineyards, spanning 8 appellations, including Petit Chablis, village Chablis, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince 2007, the vineyards have been cultivated organically, achieving certification in 2013—a notable accomplishment in Chablis’ challenging climate. The domaine now incorporates biodynamic practices, further enhancing the expression of its unique terroirs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe soils play a key role, with Kimmeridgian limestone supporting the village, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru vineyards, and Portlandian limestone defining their Petit Chablis. This geological diversity ensures that each wine delivers a distinct and authentic taste of Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the elegance and purity of Domaine Gérard Duplessis, where tradition, sustainability, and exceptional winemaking come together in every bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hand Picked Selections","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46225328865537,"sku":"52633","price":99.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0149\/9247\/4212\/files\/domaine-gerard-duplessis-montmains-chablis-1er-cru-2019-fw-scaled.jpg?v=1765781180"},{"product_id":"champagne-dekeyne-fils-vogloniers-extra-brut-nv","title":"Champagne Dekeyne \u0026 Fils 'Vogloniers' Extra Brut NV","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlcohol\u003c\/b\u003e: 12.5\u003cb\u003e%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrape(s)\u003c\/b\u003e: 90% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocation\u003c\/b\u003e: Vallee de la Marne, Champagne, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eThis vintage has bite, a beautiful attack on the palate, it reveals aromas of stewed ripe red fruits (Pinot Noir) and beautiful returns of white flowers (Chardonnay).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Domain\u003c\/b\u003e: \u003cspan\u003eOur goal is to put nature back at the heart of our winemaking process. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo showcase honest Champagne wines whose terroir fully reveals its character. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo move toward a path oriented toward gentle plant-based care methods, using permaculture principles to better live in harmony with our environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA greener, more self-sufficient viticulture, and thus committed to cultivating living soil.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGaël DEKEYNE Passionate about wine and gastronomy, I am convinced that nature can reveal all its complexity through a commitment to an ever greener, increasingly autonomous path. Living wines for beings of the same spirit. Questioning is constant to bring ever more innovative solutions. The quote that defines me comes from Pasteur: \"Wine gladdens the human heart and makes it capable of passion.\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBaptiste DEKEYNE \"Look deeply into nature, and then you will understand everything much better.\" Albert Einstein. Passionate about agroecology, I am constantly enriching my knowledge to rediscover my winemaking profession, inherited from previous generations, and thus fully flourish, in accordance with my values. Observe. Experiment. Highlight the differences of our terroirs, even in our champagnes. Action then takes on its full meaning, its full importance for those who love tasting. 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