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Billecart-Salmon Blanc de Blancs 2004

Billecart-Salmon Blanc de Blancs 2004

By Glass of Bubbly / 22nd April 2014

The noble elegance of a defined and mineral Chardonnay. Its natural balance reflects a harmonious model of a blend of the best Grands Crus sites of the Cote des Blancs: Chouilly for its finesse, Avize for its power and Mesnil-sur-Oger for its structure and longevity. A crystalline appearance with a golden yellow robe allowing a persistent…

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Alfred Gratien Millésime 1996 Vintage

Alfred Gratien Cuvée Brut and Brut Rosé

By Glass of Bubbly / 21st April 2014

Cuvée Brut Classique This great classic clearly shows the style of Alfred Gratien. It’s a refined blend dominated by fruity Pinot Meunier combined with the elegance of Chardonnay. Light-gold, very beautiful, fine, extremely long-lasting mousse Citrus fruits, mangos, peaches and apricots. A wonderful balance of aromatic strength and the freshness of exotic fruits A refined blend…

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Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut

Laurent-Perrier Ultra Brut

By Glass of Bubbly / 20th April 2014

Laurent-Perrier can offer a Champagne for every occasion, a wine for every form of enjoyment. The House of Laurent-Perrier was known in the last century for its ‘Grand vin sans Sucre’. This totally natural champagne, without sugar, is a great favourite with connoisseurs who appreciate its combination of vigour and delicacy. This is an original and pure…

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Laurent-Perrier Demi-Sec

Laurent-Perrier Demi-Sec

By Glass of Bubbly / 20th April 2014

The general movement towards dryer wines, together with the habit of drinking Champagne as an apéritif, has popularised the consumption of Brut. However, many wine-lovers still enjoy the softness and the gentle reminder of past pleasures provided by a Demi-Sec, especially when served with a dessert. Grape varieties: Chardonnay 45%, Pinot Noir 40%, Pinot Meunier 15 %…

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Laurent-Perrier Brut

Laurent-Perrier Brut

By Glass of Bubbly / 20th April 2014

Brut non-vintage is always the expression of the House style and, as such, it is the signature Champagne. Laurent-Perrier Brut’s style is defined by its very high proportion of Chardonnay which provides a natural purity, freshness and elegance. These essential characteristics, expressed in all our Champagnes, are a good introduction to the spirit of Laurent-Perrier. Grape…

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Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé

Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé

By Glass of Bubbly / 19th April 2014

Brut Rosé – A Romantic Champagne The production secrets and the vinification method of this cuvée go back to the origins of the House of BILLECART-SALMON and have been handed down for seven generations. The Brut Rosé is a blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir vinified as red wine. Its pale and bright pink colour…

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Billecart-Salmon Extra Brut

Billecart-Salmon Extra Brut

By Glass of Bubbly / 19th April 2014

A Champagne full of brightness and purity. Its innovating style remains faithful to the balanced charm of the three varietals from Champagne: Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. No sugar has been added to the dosage. Pale and gold intensity enhanced by pure brightness. The mousse is energetic with an abundant ultra fine bubble. Complex…

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Billecart-Salmon Brut Réserve and Demi-Sec

Billecart-Salmon Brut Réserve and Demi-Sec

By Glass of Bubbly / 19th April 2014

Brut Réserve is a light, fine and harmonious Champagne. Its blend is made with Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier from three different years, sourced from the best sites in the Champagne region. This cuvée, with reflections of straw yellow, stands out by the finesse of its slowly rising bubbles and its persistent and abounding…

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The making of sparkling wine at N° 1 Family Estate

By Glass of Bubbly / 18th April 2014

At the N° 1 Family Estate, the traditional method of Champagne production is followed, starting with the hand harvesting of the grapes in March at 19 brix.  They are then whole bunch pressed in our especially imported Champagne Vaselin press with an extraction rate of 650 litres per tonne. The juice is settled for 15…

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