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On the nose, the champagne is dominated by white flowers, g ... Read more

On the nose, the champagne is dominated by white flowers, green apple, brioche and a trace of minerality. On the palate there are notes of stone fruits, a certain nuttiness and a hint of honey supporting the freshness of the acidity. UK stock receives an additional 6 months post-disgorgement ageing so it is ready to drink upon release but cellaring for a few years will reveal greater depths. The aperitif champagne par excellence but one which has sufficient backbone to be drunk with fish and even spicy dishes.Brut Reserve is blended from 30 still base wines from different vineyards, different vintages and the three main grape varieties which dominate the champagne region: Pinot Noir contributes body, depth of character and life-extending tannins and comes from the villages of the Montagne de Reims - Verzy, Verzenay, Mailly, Ambonnay, Mardeuil and Louvois; Chardonnay provides the lightness, elegance and finesse and is drawn from Epernay itself and the villages of the Cote des Blancs - Cuis, Oiry, Oger, Vertus, Moussy and Chouilly; Pinot Meunier supplies youthful freshness, vigour and plump character with the grapes coming from the Vallee d'Epernay - Vincelles, Venteuil, Troissy, Damery, Vandieres, Brugny, Chavot, Monthelon and Pierry.Grape: 33% Pinot Noir, 34% Chardonnay, 33% Pinot Meunier. Minimize

Following the harvest period, Bollinger's decisions on blen ... Read more

Following the harvest period, Bollinger's decisions on blending are not made before January. The blend for the Special Cuvée is an ideal version of the classic Champagne blend, using the different grapes of a given year from a variety of crus, with the addition of older, reserve wines. This blend necessarily incorporates subtle variations each year whilst remaining consistent to a style. It is, therefore, the hardest of all Bollinger to make. It contains the full expression of the Bollinger style and the House feels it should be judged on this - its benchmark wine. The denomination Special Cuvée was created in 1911. The idea came from William Folks, then partner of the illustrious London House of Mentzendorff. This great wine lover felt it was an insult to simply call this great wine "non vintage". The suggestion of naming it "Special Cuvée" was immediately approved by Monsieur Bollinger.A blend par excellence, the Special Cuvée is the purest expression of the Bollinger style; of its craftsmanship and its singular conception of what a champagne should be. It is, therefore, on this wine that the House of Bollinger shows how it is different from other Champagne Houses, asserts its qualitative policy and by which it asks to be judged.Madame Bollinger - "I drink it when I'm happy and when I'm sad. Sometimes I drink it when I'm alone. When I have company I consider it obligatory. I trifle with it if I'm not hungry and drink it when I am. Otherwise I never touch it - unless I'm thirsty."Cool, delicate briochey nose. Nice, rich fruit with honeyed undertones, reserve wine richness and texture. Complex, classy."Anthony Rose Decanter Magazine, 1 January 2008. Minimize

Dom Perignon 2003. On The Nose: This wine is full of life, ... Read more

Dom Perignon 2003. On The Nose: This wine is full of life, with a fresh nose that dances through a spiral of aromas, blending hints of angelica, dried flowers, pineapple, coconut, cinnamon, cocoa and tobacco. In The Mouth: With a fullness in the mouth, its earthy, smoky, pearly complexity rises to the surface, underscored by the vibrant warmth of peppery spice. The sensation of intensity develops and melts into a deep, rounded heart, with a fruity, exotic maturity and a slight touch of aniseed. This sensation, almost unsettling, is even more pronounced in the finish, while the notes of spice, still present, remain discreet, with toasted, iodine flavors. Minimize

Lillet (pronounced lee-lay), is a French Aperitif made from ... Read more

Lillet (pronounced lee-lay), is a French Aperitif made from a blend of wine, liqueurs, fruits and herbs. It originated in the French village of Podensac and has been made since the late 1800s. Lillet Blanc is made from white wine and is drier than Lillet Rouge, its red-wine counterpart. Both are classically served over ice with an orange twist.Lillet is a blend of rigorously selected wines and fruit liqueurs, aged in oak vats for around 12 months, during which it is given the same care as the Grands Crus (great wines) of Bordeaux.Lillet Blanc has a golden colour with candied orange, honey, pine resin, lime and fresh mint aromas.Full and rich on the palate with a lovely, long aftertaste. Always serve well chilled in a Bordeaux wine glass... zest with a slice of orange or lime. Perfect with snacks and desserts!Lillet blanc is the key ingredient in James Bond's Martini derivative, the Vesper, a drink created in deference to the beautiful double agent in Ian Fleming's Casino Royale and reffered to as Kina Lillet. Minimize

Veuve Clicquot NV is an archetypal Champagne from an histor ... Read more

Veuve Clicquot NV is an archetypal Champagne from an historic house. Madame Clicquot's wine displays a superb marriage of freshness and power - gorgeous and deceptively pale colour with fine, persistent bubbles -a poised, delicately bready nose - and on the palate a richness of fruit and mouthfilling mousse that lingers long. Minimize

A quality Champagne, loved the world over and is a showcase ... Read more

A quality Champagne, loved the world over and is a showcase for the ideas and character of those making it.Three grape varieties come into making of Lanson Brut: Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier (black grapes) and Chardonnay (white grapes). An impressive range of 40 to 50 crus are blended together to form this Champagne and they are all vivified separately so the cellar master has an exceptional choice of aromas available to him, thus guaranteeing the consistent Lanson taste at all times.Lanson is one of the very few Champagne Houses not practising malolactic fermentation, a fact to be noted in Champagne. This Lanson tradition allows wines to develop to the full and to better their wealth of aromas. 3 Years ageing in over 4 miles of cellars, combined with the cellar master's expertise, are essential components of perfect maturing.Lanson Brut's brilliant and clear colour is remeniscent of the straw colour and hints of amber characteristic of the Pinot Noir grape. In the glass, it is lively with a fine string of bubbles.On the nose, the impression is one of vitality and scents of spring, mixed with a touch of 'toast' and honey.To the palate are bouquets of ripe fruit and citrus fruit to create a sensation of fullness, fruitiness and lightness. A pleasant racy wine with a long and lingering taste.'For the past two years this has been the best and most consistent non-vintage from any of the big Grandes Marques'.Tom Stevenson. The Wine Report 2009; Champagne Report 2009.Grape: 35% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Meunier. Minimize

Powerful dark cherry and black fruit aromas.The floral and ... Read more

Powerful dark cherry and black fruit aromas.The floral and herbal notes that come through on the nose add lovely nuances to the bouquet.The palate shows great intense fruit flavours and fantastic depth and complexity.The wine is harmonious, well crafted, authoratative.Taylor's created the Late Bottled Vintage style of port and is not only acknowledged to be its finest producer, but remains the international brand leader.Blended from wines of a single year, LBV ages from four to six years in cask and is ready to drink when bottled. Its concentrated fruity flavour and firm, full-bodied style make Taylor's LBV the perfect port to accompany chocolate desserts, and blue cheeses such as Stilton or Roquefort.Taylor's Late Bottled Vintage is the port that Taylor's drink themselves and serve to their guests. Experienced port drinkers may well notice some similarities with Taylor's Vintage Ports, since it shares so many of their characteristics."Port is not just a winder drink and this remarkable, intense, statesman-like LBV is wonderful chilled and drunk either before or after dinner. Delicious, moreish and a bargain, this is one of the best value wines on the planet - I defy any dad not to adore this wine." Matthew Jukes, Daily Mail 14 June 2008. Minimize

Attractive floral notes underline the pungent, aromatic ras ... Read more

Attractive floral notes underline the pungent, aromatic raspberry fruit aromas. The palate is full of deliciously ripe cherry and raspberry fruit flavours with lovely nuances of honey and grapefruit.This innovative new Rosé style of Port has been made by a new technique which extracts fresh, fruity flavours and a subtle and delicate pink colour from limited contact with the skins of classic Port grape varieties, grown in top quality vineyards of the Douro Valley.The result is wonderfully fresh and vibrant, full of the rich fruit flavours of Port but with a unique and distinctive appeal. It has created the perfect opportunity for Port to be consumed in the warmer months of the year when Port may not otherwise be the drink of choice.This port is best served chilled and is an excellent aperitif accompanied by roasted almonds or olives. It is also a delicious accompaniment to lighter desserts and fruit. Minimize

A good selection of various grape single and blended variet ... Read more

A good selection of various grape single and blended varietals associated with the country of origin. Included in this case is 6 White (Argentina, California, Australia, South Africa, Chile), 1 Rose (South Africa), 5 Red (Chile, Australia, Argentina, California) Minimize

Green & Black's organic collection of Dark signature chocol ... Read more

Green & Black's organic collection of Dark signature chocolate bars with organic Merlot wine. Bonterra's Merlot is barrel-aged in French oak which accentuates layers of toasty oak-spice, vanilla, chocolate and rich cherry flavours, leading to a soft, yet complex, velvety finish. Beautifully complemented by our intensely flavoured, all Dark chocolate bars are presented in a desirable gift box. This gift contains alcohol and should not be purchased by, or delivered to, any persons under the age of 18. Minimize

The alasia range of wines from Araldica are made using a co ... Read more

The alasia range of wines from Araldica are made using a combination of modern winemaking techniques and the highest quality traditional Piemontese grapes. Alasia Moscato is a light gold with aromas of honey, flowers and fresh grapes. The palate is sweet, but with a fresh, clean finish. It is ideal with fresh fruit, or on its own at the end of the meal. Minimize

Colour: Bright, intense cherry-red with a tawny rim.Aroma: ... Read more

Colour: Bright, intense cherry-red with a tawny rim.Aroma: Intense, with fine toasty notes from the oak and hints of red berries against a light background of stewed fruit. Notes of vanilla and spices contributed by the oak during cask ageing.Palate: Round, velvet and meaty with a lovely integration of the sweet tannins from the graps and those from the wood, resulting in a smooth yet robust wine.Grape:92% Tempranillo, 8% Mazuelo. Minimize

Colour: Crystal clear golden colour.Aroma: Nuts and almonds ... Read more

Colour: Crystal clear golden colour.Aroma: Nuts and almonds underline by hints of citrus fruit.Taste: Hints of fresh grapes and a lingering taste of dried linden flowers.Tasting: Serve it well-chilled, as an aperitif or in a cocktail.Awards: October 2003: Gold medal at the 'Saveurs du Poitou Charentes' contest in France.April 2002: Silver Medal at the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles in Belgium in the category Pineau des Charentes.Pineau des Charentes Blanc Reynac is essentially made from three grape varieties: Ugni Blanc, Folle Blanche and Colombard. Its ageing in casks endows it with a pleasing and crystal clear golden colour.Delicate and fruity, Pineau Reynac offers a pleasant feeling of balanced sweetness. Its aromas are principally characterised by hints of fresh grapes ripened in the sun and a lingering taste of dried linden flowers.Serve it well-chilled, as an aperitif or in a cocktail; it is also a perfect accompaniment to sea food, pan-fried Saint-Jacques and foie gras. Minimize

The historical sweet desert wine. Harvested grapes are spre ... Read more

The historical sweet desert wine. Harvested grapes are spread out in the sun to dry until their sugar density reaches 19-23 Baume. Once achieved, the grapes are crushed and fermented until the process stops naturally due to the high sugar content. The must is then aged in oak barrels for a minimum of two years. Similar to the solera system, the barrels are never completely emptied. New juice is added to the barrel containing old juice and the process begins again. St. John Commandaria is a sweet wine with a powerful bouquet filled with dried fruits, spices and oak. It is luscious and full-bodied. Minimize

1743 MOËT & CHANDON EPERNAY FRANCE. 12% vol. BY APPOINTMEN ... Read more

1743 MOËT & CHANDON EPERNAY FRANCE. 12% vol. BY APPOINTMENT TO HER MAJESTY QUEEN ELIZABETH II. PURVEYORS OF CHAMPAGNE. CHAMPAGNE MOËT & CHANDON EPERNAY. Since 1743, Moët & Chandon has been the definitive reference for champagne. The quality of its wines expresses the extent and diversity of its fabulous vineyard estate, the largest in Champagne, consisting predominantly of Premier and Grand Cru vineyards. Brut Impérial, the emblematic cuvée of the House since 1869, is the ultimate and universal expression of Moët & Chandon. A complete and elegant blend of more than 200 crus of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier, Brut Impérial combines generosity and delicacy with maturity and freshness. Minimize

A great youthful mouthful of Châteauneuf. The grapes for L ... Read more

A great youthful mouthful of Châteauneuf. The grapes for Les Galets Roulés ,Châteauneuf du Pape, Grenache, Syrah, Cinsault and Mourvèdre, are carefully selected and undergo a traditional long cuvaison at high temperature and extended maceration on the skins in order to extract plenty of colour, fruit and tannins. This results in a complex wine that has warm, red, spicy fruit and damson aromas. Dense, dark, cherry fruit on the palate; structure, richness and a touch of elegance on the finish.Les Galets Roulés derives its name from the large rounded pebbles (galets roulés) associated with the famous vineyards of the area. The stones cover the clay and chalk soils and naturally keep the vine yields low. Minimize

Created in 1876 for Czar Alexander II, this is a Champagne ... Read more

Created in 1876 for Czar Alexander II, this is a Champagne at it's finest, as inspired today as it has always been, the embodiment of elegance and purity.Cristal is made according to the strictest criteria based on a drastic process of selection applying to the vintage, the cru, the village, the grapes and finally the wines. Only Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes from the House's 10 most celebrated crus are used in the production of this legendary cuvee.Did you know that Loius Roederer Cristal is the only Champagne to have a flat bottom? It's because the Czar was paranoid that somebody was going to assasinate him, by putting a bomb into the punt (recess) of a bottle of Champagne. The design was therefore changed to a flat bottomed bottle. Minimize

Champagne Gruet Brut Selection is made exclusively from Pin ... Read more

Champagne Gruet Brut Selection is made exclusively from Pinot Noir grapes, this champagne is full bodied, well structured and powerful with exquisite aromas. Minimize

An exceptionally fine old tawny blend, aged for an average ... Read more

An exceptionally fine old tawny blend, aged for an average of 10 years in oak casks. Elegant and smooth, combining delicate wood notes and rich mellow fruit, it is bottled for immediate drinking. Excellent with soft cheeses such as brie; and a superb dessert wine, particularly with dishes made with coffee or almonds, Taylor 10 Year Old Tawny is delicious served lightly chilled at the end of the meal. Minimize

A beautifully rich Sauvignon Blanc containing aromas of tro ... Read more

A beautifully rich Sauvignon Blanc containing aromas of tropical fruits, ripe citrus and sweet herbs. It's taste leaves a long, fresh and intense finish which is perfect accompanied with seafood or poultry. Minimize

The Cloudy Bay Chardonnay 2005 is a reflection of its sunny ... Read more

The Cloudy Bay Chardonnay 2005 is a reflection of its sunny origin, expressing intense aromas of peaches, nectarines, aromatic herbs and biscuit.A light entry of stone fruit becomes a slippery midpalate that re-focuses to an aromatic and mineral finish. Minimize

This salmon-pink rosé Champagne is truly remarkable for it ... Read more

This salmon-pink rosé Champagne is truly remarkable for its highly expressive bouquet, stemming from very careful preservation of fresh fruit aromas which occur during the winemaking. Using skin contact with 100% Pinot Noir grapes, also known as the saignée method, Laurent-Perrier's know-how and attention to quality produces a finely crafted rosé with both depth and freshness. It has become the benchmark for rosé Champagne around the world. Minimize

This fine dry wine is produced using selected pinot blanc g ... Read more

This fine dry wine is produced using selected pinot blanc grapes, enhanced by a dash of liqueur with edible gold flakes. Minimize

3 classic French red's in one pack. Dedicace, Bordeaux 2008 ... Read more

3 classic French red's in one pack. Dedicace, Bordeaux 2008 - a spicy Bordeaux.Chateauneuf de Pape Beauchane 2004 - Intense, deep red.Chateau de L'Estagnol, Cotes du Rhone 2007 - fruity red. Minimize

The wine is a deep purple colour. The nose is reminiscent o ... Read more

The wine is a deep purple colour. The nose is reminiscent of blackberry and liquorice with a cracked pepper spice overtone.The palate is rich and rounded with soft tannins providing a lingering fruit driven finish. Well integrated French and American oak contributes to the wines generous mouth feel and soft finish. Minimize

Golden in colour with evenly dispersed bubbles; fruit and h ... Read more

Golden in colour with evenly dispersed bubbles; fruit and honeysuckle bouquet greets the nose. A complex Champagne with great depth and high concentration of candied fruit, ginger and vanilla. Firm, ample, and fresh fruitiness with notes of brioche on the finish. This Moet Champagne is presented in a bottle gift bag with matching gift tag. (Designs may vary.) Minimize

A medium bodied wine showing lemon and lime flavours along ... Read more

A medium bodied wine showing lemon and lime flavours along with tropical fruits.The wine has a creamy mouth feel along with fresh acidity as well as good length and persistence. Minimize