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Nothing quite matches the sparkle and sensation of fine bubbles dancing across the tongue. However, not everyone can drink Champagne on a regular basis. That's why we also stock affordable, quality Loire Valley sparklings, Prosecco, Sparkling reds and more, tasting hundreds of examples each year to bring you the best at any given price point.

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Andre Delorme Cremant de Bourgogne Brut Blanc de Blancs

Burgundy, FRANCE
$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

Cellar: 2 - 3 Years (2014-2015)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Moderate mousse that dissipates relatively quickly. Pale straw coloured base wine with pale gold edges. Very fine bead showing good persistence. The nose displays scents of pear, brioche, citrus and toast. The palate delivers flavours of pear, baked bread, brioche and toast. Clean crisp dry finish with aftertaste of pear, baked bread and citrus.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc 12%

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Anne et Jean-Francois Ganevat Cremant de Jura (LCR19)

Jura, FRANCE
$110. 00
Bottle
$1320.00 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

La Combe; a tiny hamlet above the village of Rotalier is home to the larger-than-life “Fan Fan” Jean-François Ganevat. Jean-François came back to run the family estate in 1998 after ten years working Burgundy and he combines his passion for the Jura terroir – here ideal for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir - with a staunch defence of Burgundian techniques; low yields and most recently biodynamic methods for which he has now gained Demeter certification.
In addition to the ‘Estate’ wines there are, since 2013, a group of wines made from grapes purchased from around the region and in others, all are grown by their vigneron friends to their standards, so organic or bio-dynamically farmed and tended. They pay very high prices to get the quality they want. Each of these necogiant wine are made on the property by Jean-François and his small team; from grapes into wine, and have the same Ganevat precision, levity and exquisite texture despite the differing origins of the grapes.
A sparkling crémant made of 100% Chardonnay, from vines farmed organically and harvested by hand. After direct pressing, the wine is matured 24 months on its lees, then bottled for the secondary fermentation: the "prise de mousse" in the bottle. Afterwards, the bottles are aged in racks for more than 24 months. A Brut Nature sparkling wine, with zero dosage.

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Anne et Jean-Francois Ganevat Cremant de Jura (L1826)

Jura, FRANCE
$84. 99
Bottle
$1019.88 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

La Combe; a tiny hamlet above the village of Rotalier is home to the larger-than-life “Fan Fan” Jean-François Ganevat. Jean-François came back to run the family estate in 1998 after ten years working Burgundy and he combines his passion for the Jura terroir – here ideal for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir - with a staunch defence of Burgundian techniques; low yields and most recently biodynamic methods for which he has now gained Demeter certification.
In addition to the ‘Estate’ wines there are, since 2013, a group of wines made from grapes purchased from around the region and in others, all are grown by their vigneron friends to their standards, so organic or bio-dynamically farmed and tended. They pay very high prices to get the quality they want. Each of these necogiant wine are made on the property by Jean-François and his small team; from grapes into wine, and have the same Ganevat precision, levity and exquisite texture despite the differing origins of the grapes.
A sparkling crémant made of 100% Chardonnay, from vines farmed organically and harvested by hand. After direct pressing, the wine is matured 24 months on its lees, then bottled for the secondary fermentation: the "prise de mousse" in the bottle. Afterwards, the bottles are aged in racks for more than 24 months. A Brut Nature sparkling wine, with zero dosage.

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Anne et Jean-Francois Ganevat Rot'Fall'R Pet Nat Blanc

Alsace, FRANCE
$74. 99
Bottle
$899.88 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Crown Seal

La Combe; a tiny hamlet above the village of Rotalier is home to the larger-than-life “Fan Fan” Jean-François Ganevat. Jean-François came back to run the family estate in 1998 after ten years working Burgundy and he combines his passion for the Jura terroir – here ideal for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir - with a staunch defence of Burgundian techniques; low yields and most recently biodynamic methods for which he has now gained Demeter certification.

In addition to the ‘Estate’ wines there are, since 2013, a group of wines made from grapes purchased from around the region and in others, all are grown by their vigneron friends to their standards, so organic or bio-dynamically farmed and tended. They pay very high prices to get the quality they want

A Pet Nat from Riesling from Alsace – methode ancestrale (bottle fermentation)

Notes sourced from the importer

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Armand de Brignac Brut Gold Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$575. 00
Bottle
$6900.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

New technology, changing consumer values and a willingness to abandon tradition has not only multiplied the creative options available to wine label designers, but has frequently led to 'over-packaging'.

The extravagant presentation of Armand de Brignac has given some critics pause for reflection, one commenting “...the luxuriousness of the package made me afraid I’d subconsciously find the Champagne amazing simply because of its bottle.”

Produced by Champagne Cattier, the brand's first bottling was introduced in 2006 and is identifiable by its distinctive gold bottle with pewter Ace of Spades labels. Like Krug, the Brignac's Brut Gold is a multi-vintage style sourcing fruit from both Premier and Grand Cru vineyards. Two other cuvées, a Rosé and a Blanc de Blancs were released in 2008. An appearance in the Jay-Z music video of "Show Me What You Got" prior to the launch of the Armand de Brignac brand sparked wide discussion on sites covering hip-hop and popular culture, following Jay-Z's public fallout with the makers of Cristal Champagne. As a result, Mr. Cattier's brand received more publicity in two weeks than it had in two decades. "I would have never imagined a few months ago that we'd become part of this mysterious and exclusive rap world," he said. "Jay-Z is a remarkable man. I'd like to invite him here to visit the winery."

Subsequent tastings by international wine critics have acknowledged Armand de Brignac as one of the world’s top Champagnes, though it comes with a price to match.
No tasting notes available.

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Armand de Brignac Blanc de Blancs Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$1399. 00
Bottle
$16788.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

New technology, changing consumer values and a willingness to abandon tradition has not only multiplied the creative options available to wine label designers, but has frequently led to 'over-packaging'.

The extravagant presentation of Armand de Brignac has given some critics pause for reflection, one commenting “...the luxuriousness of the package made me afraid I’d subconsciously find the Champagne amazing simply because of its bottle.”

Produced by Champagne Cattier, the brand's first bottling was introduced in 2006 and is identifiable by its distinctive gold bottle with pewter Ace of Spades labels. Like Krug, the Brignac's Brut Gold is a multi-vintage style sourcing fruit from both Premier and Grand Cru vineyards. Two other cuvées, a Rosé and a Blanc de Blancs were released in 2008. An appearance in the Jay-Z music video of "Show Me What You Got" prior to the launch of the Armand de Brignac brand sparked wide discussion on sites covering hip-hop and popular culture, following Jay-Z's public fallout with the makers of Cristal Champagne. As a result, Mr. Cattier's brand received more publicity in two weeks than it had in two decades. "I would have never imagined a few months ago that we'd become part of this mysterious and exclusive rap world," he said. "Jay-Z is a remarkable man. I'd like to invite him here to visit the winery."

Subsequent tastings by international wine critics have acknowledged Armand de Brignac as one of the world’s top Champagnes, though it comes with a price to match.

Armand de Brignac Blanc de Blancs is pressed from an exclusive selection of white Chardonnay from famed Grand Cru villages including Cramant, Avize, and Oger. It also counts itself as one of the rarest wines in Champagne, comprising no more than 5% of their small annual production.

No tasting notes available.

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Arras Brut Elite Rose Sparkling

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$59. 99
Bottle
$719.88 Dozen

ABV: 12.9%

Closure: Cork

In 1995, Ed Carr's vision of crafting world-class sparkling wine led him to Tasmania, where he founded House of Arras. The cool climate, pristine environment, and ancient soils make it an ideal location for producing top-quality sparkling wine. The Brut Elite Rosé is a blend of 64% Pinot Noir, 27.4% Chardonnay, and 8.4% Pinot Meunier, sourced from the Derwent and Coal River valleys, the Tamar Estuary, and Pipers River. Pinot Meunier adds texture to the mid-palate, while Pinot Noir brings bright red berry flavors. This cold climate sparkling wine showcases beautiful complexity and structural elegance.
Other Reviews....
I like the complex nose with toasted almonds, strawberries, red cherries and wet stones, as well as light herbs and gentle spice. The fleshy palate has succulent red-fruit flavors and light, nutty complexity. Bold, pinot-driven style here. Transfer method with sourcing from right across Tasmania. Drinking well now.
92 Points
JamesSuckling.com

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2006 Arras Sparkling Rose

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$76. 99
Bottle
$923.88 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Other Reviews….
Trophy winner at the Tasmanian Wine Show '17, two-thirds pinot noir, and spent 7 years on yeast lees. Like all Arras wines, it has an extra level of textural and flavour complexity derived partly from the fruit, partly from extended time on lees, balanced by tangy acidity. Drink by 2026.
97 points
James Halliday – Australian Wine Companion

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2006 Arras Grand Vintage

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$56. 99
Bottle
$683.88 Dozen

Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2020-2021)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

A top Australian sparkling that possesses wonderful freshness and complexity.

A blend of 67% Chardonnay and 33% Pinot Noir that has been aged for 7 years. Pours with a white frothy mousse that dissipates to reveal a pale straw, pale gold edged base wine that has a steady stream of very fine bubbles that show excellent persistence. The nose shows excellent intensity and is very Champagne like in its complexity. Aromas of toasty brioche and yeast lees climb their way out of the glass with some biscuity citrus, roasted almond characters also present. The palates very precise and focused opening is offset by a moderate creaminess with flavours of pear, citrus and subtle dried honey overlaid by a distinctive toasty roasted almond character. There’s also baked bread and yeast lees nuances evident. Clean crisp acidity with a very dry finish. Long aftertaste of toast, roasted almonds, citrus, yeast lees and very subtle dried honey. Very Limited Stocks.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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2002 Arras EJ Carr Late Disgorged

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$150. 00
Bottle
$1800.00 Dozen

Minimum 6 bottles

Cellar: 4 - 5 Years (2020-2021)

ABV: 13.5%

Closure: Cork

‘Rich, creamy and toasty with a nutty finish’
Made from Chardonnay & Pinot Noir this sparkling has spent 10 years on lees. Pours with a white frothy mousse that shows good hold. Once dissipated it reveals a pale straw coloured base wine with pale gold edges. The exceptionally fine bead showing excellent persistence. Yeasty baked bread aromas merge with some toastiness followed by some pear, cashew and light honeyed almond end notes. Rich and creamy the palate features flavours of honeyed roast almonds, yeast lees and toast with following citrus and light hazelnut. Finishes crisp and fresh with a long aftertaste of honeyed roast almonds, yeast lees, toast and hazelnut. Drink over the next 4-5 years. Alc. 13.5%

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Azimut Brut Nature Cava

Penedes, SPAIN
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

ABV: 11.5%

Closure: Cork

"Azimut" is the project of Assis Suriol, who in 2000 returned to his ancestral family vineyards to create a wine that would allow his family to live on the land, and farm in an organic, biodynamic, and sustainable manner. The idea is to make their wine as close to the grape as possible, creating a fresh and immensely drinkable experience. This Organic Cava is produced from 30% Macabeo, 40% Xarel·lo & 30% Parellada from the limestone-rich soils of Penedes in Catalunya. The wine is aged for 10 months in bottle on lees and is disgorged on order (without any dosage), resulting in a dry, complex, and intense aroma.
Alc. 11.5%

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Ayala Brut Majeur Champagne Magnum (1500ml)

Champagne, FRANCE
$190. 00
Bottle
$2280.00 Dozen

Cellar: 2 - 3 Years (2020-2021)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Found in 1860, Ayala Champagne was purchased by the house of Bollinger in 2005. Investing heavily in the estate they built a new state of the art winery and embarked on a comprehensive modernization program, focusing on quality and precision winemaking. Today both estates continue to run independently of each other maintaining their own identity and style.

Backed by the House of Bollinger, this rich, full yet quite airy Champagne delivers outstanding value.

A blend of 70 different Crus comprised of 55% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir and 15% Pinot Meunier with 43% Reserve wines included. Aged for a minimum of 3 years on lees.
Pours with a frothy mousse that holds well over a pale straw coloured base that has flashes of gold around the edges and a fine, persistent bead. Engulfing the nostrils are aromas of yeast lees, baked bread and citrus followed by some brioche and delicate cashew notes. Rich and full yet quite airy in it’s flow, the palate features mouth filling flavours of baked bread, yeast lees and subtle brioche. Some citrus and cashew nuances also chime in. Vivid acidity with a long, dry chalk tinged finish.
Alc. 12.5%
Other Reviews….
Complex, fresh, layered and classic, a fascinating bouquet with layers of sweet citrus and a deep centered autolysis, white strawberry and white fleshed stone fruits. A delicious wine on the palate with fine a mousse texture, a whisper of white spice and white stone fruits. The acid line is perfect carrying flavours and highlighting the complexities of autolysis. Delicious and lengthy with best drinking from day of purchase through 2032. Outstanding value!
96 points
CamDouglasMS.com
A layered wine with spicy, almost stony, minerality. Salted lemons and oranges. Crisp on the palate with light to medium body and flavors of strawberries and restrained pastry. Chalky mineral aftertaste. Dosage 6 g/L. Disgorged November 2024. Drink or hold.
94 points
JamesSuckling.com

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2007 Ayala No. 7 Brut Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$180. 00
Bottle
$2160.00 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Other Reviews....
A new cuvée for Ayala that was disgorged in July 2019, the 2007 Brut No. 7 derives from fruit sourced in seven grands crus—Chouilly, Oger, Cramant, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Avize, Aÿ and Verzy—and saw tirage under cork. Offering up aromas of lemon oil, dried white flowers, walnuts and fresh bread, it's full-bodied, vinous and incisive, with a pillowy mousse, racy acids and a long, mineral finish. Drink 2020 - 2037.
94 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (May 2020)
A blend from seven grand crus across the Montagne de Reims and Côte des Blancs, this is dry in the classic Ayala style. Its freshness has been tempered by bottle aging although it is by no means mature and still has taught acidity. The mineral texture of the Chardonnay is balanced by the riper structure of the Pinot Noir in an impressive wine. Drink from 2021.
95 points
Roger Voss - Wine Enthusiast

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Ayala Zero Dosage Brut Nature Pinot Noir Chardonnay Pinot Meunier

Champagne, FRANCE
$95. 00
Bottle
$1140.00 Dozen

Cellar: 2 - 3 Years (2010-2011)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

This blend is composed of 67% Pinot Noir, 26% Chardonnay and 7% Pinot Meunier.
The base wine is made generally from the 2003 vintage, with reserve wines from 2002 added.
Creamy white mousse with good hold. Very fine bead showing excellent persistence. Deep coloured straw base wine. Nose of lees, honeycomb and light cashew. Creamy palate. Light aftertaste of yeast lees and light lemon.
Cellar 2-3 years (2010-2011)
Alc/Vol: 12.5%

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Azahara Chardonnay Pinot Noir Sparkling

Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$9. 99
Bottle
$119.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now (2014)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Good white frothy mousse with a pale straw base wine colour and very fine bead showing excellent persistence. Aromas of ripe apples and pears are followed by yeasty characters and a hint of honeysuckle. Refreshing flavours of pear and apple are followed by some yeasty characters and citrus. Clean crisp dry finish. Aftertaste of pear, citrus and light yeastiness.
Drink now.
Alc 12%

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2019 Babo Prosecco Rose DOC

Friuli, ITALY
$26. 99
Bottle
$323.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now (2022)

ABV: 11.5%

Closure: Cork

This is 89% Glera and 11% Pinot Noir blend from vineyards on the alluvial soils of San Martino al Tagliamento near Pordenone in Fruili. Winemaker Justin Bubb crafts his Prosecco rosé in the regionally traditional Charmat method and leaves the blend on lees to build further complexity.
Pours well with a frothy white mousse that sits over a salmon pink tinged base that has a steady bead flowing through it. A fragrant mix of strawberry and citrus scents rise out of the glass with notes of baked pear and subtle sherbet also evident. Nicely fruited and refreshing the palate has flavours of winter strawberries and pear over citrus and faint bready elements. Smooth mid palate feel with mouth watering acidity and a tasty finish.
Drink now.
Alc. 11.5%

Other Reviews….
While we have been able to enjoy Australian-made prosecco rose for a couple of years, the home of the grape – Italy – approved production only last year. The wait, it must be said, has been worth it.
BABO is claiming bragging rights as one of the first prosecco roses to be available in Australia and, what’s more, that it has been made to suit Australian tastes in that it is a brut style (ie. less than 12 grams of sugar/litre).
To label a wine Prosecco rose D.O.C., producers are obliged to follow a number of rules, the most important relating to the grapes. The only grapes permitted are glera (originally called prosecco) and between 10-15% of the red pinot nero (pinot noir) grape which provides the blush. I like the concept of a vintage prosecco rose, it not only gives extra cred to prosecco and the house style but ensures a potentially longer ageing – and therefore drinking – period. The clear bottle is marketing gold. The wine’s pretty pale, dusty pink blush will walk off the shelves once drinkers catch an eye full. It’s reassuringly classy to look at. Ditto the taste.This is a delicate sparkling with a pulsating bubble, intense mousse and the lifted scent of musk, nougat, strawberry and red berries. Juicy to taste with a light, fruit tingle sweetness amid the musk-confection, red fruits and nougat. So fine it almost melts in the mouth with a brisk, fine-edged acidity. And it’s well-priced.
Molto bene!
93 points
Jeni Port – Winepilot.com

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Balnaves Sparkling Cabernet Sauvignon

Coonawarra, South Australia, AUSTRALIA
$34. 99
Bottle
$419.88 Dozen

ABV: 14%

Closure: Cork

Other reviews... [tasted 2016] True to the character of Coonawarra cabernet, this is a cuvee that sings with all the complexity of deep reserves, a blend from '14 back to '95. Black- and redcurrant fruit meets dark chocolate and notes of red capsicum on a long and bright finish. Firm, fine tannins are well handled and promise a long future. A standout in the sparkling cabernet stakes.
92 points - James Hallidays Wine Companion
First tasted August 2007 This wine should impress, but fails to do so – the base wine has been blended from 8 vintages of Reserve wines and kept on lees for 5 months. The wine starts badly, there is virtually no mousse and very little bead – in fact it could barely be described as being spritzig. Deep crimson colour with deep crimson hue. Hints of chocolate and spice on the nose, with a slight effervescent sensation on the palate. Dry tannins overwhelm the fruit component. Aftertaste of plum and stewed fruit.
Drink (2007)
Alc/Vol: 14% Rated: 71 points

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2020 Bandini Prosecco Rose DOC

Veneto, ITALY
$22. 99
Bottle
$275.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now (2022)

ABV: 11.5%

Closure: Cork

Bandini are a new specialist Prosecco producer based in Valdobbiadene. Made in an extra dry style this Prosecco has all the classic freshness and vibrancy one expects from the wines of the region. A nicely balanced mousse sits over a very pale salmon pink coloured base with a nibble stream of tiny bubbles rising to the surface. Delicate pear and strawberry scents mix with light yeasty notes and blood orange. Vibrant peach and strawberry fruits are underpinned by tangy citrus and subtle sherbet characters. Finishes dry with crisp acidity and a stimulating aftertaste.
Drink now.
Alc. 11.5%

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Champagne Barons de Rothschild

Champagne, FRANCE
$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2021-2027)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

A buoyant fluffy white mouse sits over a pale straw coloured base that has pale gold tints around the outskirts. Exceptionally fine and persistent bead. Complex and refined with aromatics of yeast lees, baked bread and pear meld into buttered brioche like notes, light citrus and cashew. Creamy yet airy, the sophisticated palate is richly flavoured with yeast lees, pear, citrus, biscuity cashew like characters and brioche. Deep and expansive it finishes dry and crisp with a long lacy aftertaste that’s all class.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12%

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2018 Barringwood Classic Cuvee

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$47. 99
Bottle
$575.88 Dozen

ABV: 12.4%

Closure: Diam Cork

Barringwood Vineyard, established in 1993, located in central northern Tasmania, boasts one of the longest growing seasons in Tasmania.
Barringwood’s 2018 Classic Cuvee is made from handpicked fruit from their original Lower Barrington vineyard, where vines up to 30 years old overlook the Don Valley and Bass Strait. The mild growing season helps retain the natural acidity essential for premium sparkling wines. The 2018 vintage is a blend of 45% Pinot Noir, 42% Chardonnay, and 13% Pinot Meunier.

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- Nick's Import
2015 Bauchet Memoire Vintage Brut Premier Cru Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$89. 99
Bottle
$1079.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2024-2030)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Diam Cork

A blend with 75% Chardonnay and 25% Pinot Noir sourced from Premier Cru vineyards in the Côte des Blancs (Grauves) and the Montagne de Reims (Bisseuil). Aged in Bauchet’s cellars for a minimum of 5 years before disgorgement.
An incredible buy when one considers the rarity of sub $100 vintage Champagne in today’s market.
A buoyant fluffy mousse subsides to reveal a pale straw to straw coloured base that has pale gold edges and a nibble stream of fine bubbles coursing through it. Classic Champagne aromatics with yeast lees, baked bread and brioche scents flowing through the nostrils. Ample in its intensity with trailing notes of pear, cashew and subtle oily toast like elements. Rich mouth filling flavours of pear, baked bread and brioche have an expansive feel across the creamy textured palate. Yeast lees, citrus and delicate oily toast like characters linger underneath. Crisp acidity finishing long, well endowed and complex. Terrific value.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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- Nick's Import
2013 Bauchet Saint Nicaise Vintage Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$120. 00
Bottle
$1440.00 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2021-2026)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Named after the 11th Bishop of Reims, Saint-Nicaise is Bauchet’s flagship Champagne. A 100% Chardonnay blend sourced from Premier Cru vineyards in the Cote des Blancs (Grauves) and the Montagne de Reims (Bisseuil), it’s aged for a minimum of 5 years before disgorgement.
Pours with a frothy white mousse that holds well over a pale straw, pale gold tinged base that has a fine persistent bead flowing through it. The nose presents a classic Champagne sniff with alluring scents of baked bread, yeast lees and toasty citrus like notes engulfing the senses. Brioche and subtle dried honey aromas ensue. Sculptured yet rich, citrus, yeast lees and baked bread characters form the core of the flavour profile which is underpinned by a spine of vivid acidity that lends tension to the long brisk finish. Adding complexity are notions of roasted almond, faint honeyed characters and a chalky oyster shell like salinity. Concludes long, crisp and chiselled.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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- Nick's Import
2012 Bauchet Memoire Vintage Brut Premier Cru Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$79. 99
Bottle
$959.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2019-2024)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Aged in Bauchet’s cellars for a minimum of 5 years before disgorgement, this Champagne is blended from 75% Chardonnay and 25% Pinot Noir sourced from Premier Cru vineyards.

A fine, plentiful mousse shows ample volume over a pale straw, golden edged base that’s finely threaded by a persistent bead. Rich and expressive the nose offers up classic aromatics of baked bread, cashew and yeast lees with faint toast and honeyed almond notes also present. Rich and voluminous yet possessing a mouth watering freshness, the palate is filled with yeast lees, roasted almonds, baked bread, honeyed citrus and creamy cashew characters. Fullish with an oily like textural feel finishing dry with crisp acidity and a long aftertaste.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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- Nick's Import
Bauchet Signature Brut Champagne Premier Cru

Champagne, FRANCE
$74. 99
Bottle
$899.88 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

A graceful Chardonnay dominant Champagne.

Established in 1920 the Bauchet family estate covers 34 hectares spread out on 7 different terroirs. The vineyards are located in the Côte des Blancs, the Montagne de Reims and in the Côte des Bar. These direct imports are a great alternative to the big houses of Veuve Clicquot, Moet & Chandon and the like, with their distinctive packaging, quality and keen pricing making them exceptional value for Premier Cru Champagne.
A blend of 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir (of which 20% are reserve wines) sourced from Bauchet’s premier cru vineyards located in the Cotes des Blancs and Montagne de Reims. The wine is aged for a minimum of 36 months on lees before being disgorged.
Fluffy white, the mousse shows good hold over a pale straw coloured base that has tinges of pale gold around the edges. Very fine and persistent bead. The nose dispels top notes of yeast lees and citrus, with baked bread, light pear and traces of apple also chiming in. Graceful with a light oily feel, flavours of baked bread and yeast lees dominate over pear, citrus and faint cashew. Finishes dry and crisp with a lengthy aftertaste.
Alc. 12.5%

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- Nick's Import
2009 Bauchet Brut Premier Cru Vintage Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$52. 99
Bottle
$635.88 Dozen

Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2021-2022)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Established in 1920 the Bauchet family estate covers 34 hectares spread out on 7 different terroirs. The vineyards are located in the Côte des Blancs, the Montagne de Reims and in the Côte des Bar.

These two direct imports are a great alternative to the big houses of Veuve Clicquot, Moet & Chandon and the like, with their distinctive packaging, quality and this special introductory pricing making them exceptional value for Premier Cru Champagne.

Aged in Bauchet’s cellars for a minimum of 5 years before disgorgement, this Champagne is blended from 75% Chardonnay and 25% Pinot Noir sourced from Premier Cru vineyards.

Pours well with a frothy white mousse that shows excellent hold. Pale straw coloured base wine with an exceptionally fine and very profuse bead. The nose has a shade more intensity than its non vintage cousins and shows more classical Champagne aromatics of baked bread, cashew and yeast lees with lightly toasted brioche end notes. Rich and creamy in texture the palate has mouth filling flavours of baked bread, brioche and yeast lees over some cashew and light toast. Clean dry finish. Excellent length with a long aftertaste of yeast lees, baked bread, cashew and brioche.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc 12.5%

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2013 Bauchet Memoire Vintage Brut Premier Cru Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$76. 99
Bottle
$923.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 5 Years (2021-2026)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

A blend of 75% Chardonnay and 25% Pinot Noir sourced from Premier Cru vineyards in the Cote des Blancs (Grauves) and the Montagne de Reims (Bisseuil), it’s aged for a minimum of 5 years before disgorgement. A fluffy mousse sits atop a light pale gold coloured base that has a fine and persistent bead coursing through it. Aromas of ripe pear, yeast lees and baked bread are married to oily toast like notes and subtle almond. Full, rich and possessing a creamy like mouthfeel the palate is filled with baked bread, oily toast like characters, yeast lees and citrus with traces of dried honey and almond on the back half. Finishes dry with crisp refreshing acidity and a long generous yet refined aftertaste.
Drink over the next 4-5 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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Bay of Fires Tasmanian Cuvee Pinot Chardonnay Brut

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

This sparkling pours with a good white creamy mousse that shows good hold. Pale straw pale gold base wine colour. Very fine and moderately persistent bead. The nose displays yeasty top notes followed by some grapefruit and citrus. The palate possesses a creamy mouthfeel with flavours of yeast lees and cashew followed by some baked bread and roast almond characters on the back palate. Clean crisp finish with aftertaste of yeast lees and roasted almond characters.
Drink now (2011).
Alc 12.5%

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Bay of Fires Tasmanian Cuvee Pinot Noir Chardonnay Brut

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$37. 99
Bottle
$455.88 Dozen

Minimum 12 bottles

Cellar: Drink now - 3 Years (2018-2021)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Matured for an average of 3 years on lees. Pours nicely with a very frothy mousse that shows excellent hold. Pale straw coloured base threaded by an exceptionally fine bead that shows great persistence. A touch restrained the nose displays subtle pear and citrus aromas which merge with light toast and sherbet notes. Light with a subtle creaminess in the mouth the palate has good mid palate richness with flavours of citrus, toast, delicate honeyed characters, yeast lees and a touch of breadiness. Finishes dry with vibrant acidity and a bready aftertaste of citrus, toast, yeast lees and cashew.
Drink over the next 2-3 years.
Alc. 12.5%

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Bellavista Franciacorta Alma Gran Cuvee Brut

Lombardia, ITALY
$95. 00
Bottle
$1140.00 Dozen

Cellar: 2 - 3 Years (2004-2005)

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Other Reviews....
This is very dry and chalky with lemon-rind and dried-pear character. Medium-fine bubbles give form to the wine. It’s full and flavorful with a nice, dry finish. Drink now.
92 Points
JamesSuckling.com (July 2020)

A minerally version, with accents of petrol and brine on the nose transitioning to flavors of crunchy pear, candied lemon zest and almond biscotti on the palate. It's fresh and balanced, with a crisp, lacy mousse and more mineral character singing on the finish.
90 Points
Alison Napjus - The Wine Spectator (December 2020)

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2020 Bellebonne Vintage Rose

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

Cellar: 5 - 6 Years (2028-2029)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Diam Cork

Made from Pinot Noir this sparkling rose pours with a buoyant mousse and a salmon pink tinged base that has a steady stream of tiny bubbles flowing through it. Aromas of winter strawberry and peach are interwoven with baked bread, yeast lees and raspberry notes. Tense and vividly sculptured by racy chalk tinged acidity, flavours of winter strawberries, red cherries and citrus over shadow oyster shell and mineral undertones. Finishes very dry, crisp and elegant.
Cellar 5-6 years.
Alc. 12%
Other Reviews….
Pipers River pinot noir from four rows of vines, fermented in eight-year-old barrels with 100% mlf. Early picked for the aromatic purity it provides, and it really shows. A beautiful salmon hue with a fine energetic bead and mousse, stunning aromatics of redcurrant, wild strawberries, red apple and raspberry with notes of mushroom broth, fresh pastry, crushed river stone and light creamy notes. Super savoury and pure, gentle tannin texture from the barrel ferment and a long, harmonious finish. Gorgeous drinking. Drink by 2033.
96 Points
Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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2019 Bellebonne Vintage Cuvee

Tasmania, AUSTRALIA
$69. 99
Bottle
$839.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 6 Years (2023-2029)

ABV: 12%

Closure: Diam Cork

Made from a blend of 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir. Pours with a frothy white mousse which slowly subsides to reveal a pale straw coloured base that has pale gold tinged edges. An exceptionally fine bead threading its way through the core. Intense aromatics of baked bread, citrus and yeast lees followed by hints of pear and brioche drift through the olfactory senses. Delicious pear, citrus, baked bread and yeast lees flavours make a pillowy entry onto the mouth watering palate. Subtle cashew and ginger elements are also evident. Nicely sculptured by crisp acidity it has a long dry chalk tinged finish.
Drink over the next 5-6 years.
Alc. 12%

Other Reviews….
A 2019 vintage sparkling of 60/40% chardonnay/pinot noir from Pipers River; 100% barrel ferment and 100% mlf. A very solid vintage in Tasmania. Pale straw with elegant white peach, grapefruit and green apple with underlying hints of crushed stone, almond blossom, brioche, enoki mushroom broth and a gentle wisp of freshly cut fennel bulb. Seamless with stunning tension, clarity and a sense of filigreed grace. Plenty of subtlety, plenty of awesome. Drink by 2033.
95 points
Dave Brookes – James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion

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Bellussi Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore

Valdobbiadene, ITALY
$27. 99
Bottle
$335.88 Dozen

ABV: 11%

Closure: Cork

Good white creamy mousse with pale straw base wine colour. Very fine bead showing good persistence. Delicate aromas of citrus, grapefruit and biscuit. Flavoursome palate of citrus, grapefruit, biscuit and light sherbet followed by a dry crisp finish. Lacking some complexity. Aftertaste of citrus, grapefruit, toast and sherbet.
Drink now (2011).
Alc 11.0%

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- Biodynamic
Benedicte et Stephane Tissot Indigene Cremant du Jura

Jura, FRANCE
$94. 99
Bottle
$1139.88 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Stéphane Tissot is a tireless and vigorous promoter of individual sites and natural wines. He brings technological experience from his work in Australia and South Africa, and combines this with his ruthless yield reduction philosophy and very serious 'small batch' winemaking which is carried out as naturally as possible. Tissot plants mostly on clay and limestone, all sites are farmed biodynamically and yields are kept low, averaging only 30 h/l per hectare. Ferments are allowed to commence naturally and the still wines are bottled without filtration and little or no SO2 is added across the board. Vibrancy and fruit presence is a signature across all his wines. Given Stéphane is constantly experimenting and obsessively seeking improvements; he is at the forefront of the Jura revolution and produces terroir-driven wines of depth, intensity, interest and undeniable quality.
While Stéphane Tissot is widely praised for his terroir driven expressions of Vin Jaune among the other wines from his home in the Jura, this sparking is no afterthought on his part. Indigène Cremant du Jura is a serious effort deserving to be mentioned alongside the finest grower Champagnes of France. Based on the 2018 vintage, the blend is 50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir, 5% Poulsard, and 5% Trousseau, and was bottled with no dosage in June 2021.
Other Reviews....
The sparkling 2018 Crémant du Jura Indigène is a blend of 50% Chardonnay, 40% Pinot Noir and 5% each Poulsard and Trousseau fermented in equal parts in tank and wood. The second fermentation in bottle was produced adding unfermented vin de paille (sweet) and vin de paille in fermentation (yeasts). This wine is sold without any added dosage and very low sulfur. It has a copper-like color, like a blanc de noirs, and a very expressive nose, very floral (orange blossom), with some vin de paille echoes. It's a serious sparkling wine, elegant with finesse and nuance, nicely balanced and with very small bubbles. This is simply fantastic. Drink 2021 - 2026.
94 points
Luis Gutiérrez - Wine Advocate (May 2021)

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Benoit Dehu La Rue des Noyers Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$150. 00
Bottle
$1800.00 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Benoit Dehu's La Rue des Noyers is a 100% Pinot Meunier from a biodynamically farmed 1.7 hectare plot in Fossoy with dark limestone soils. Fermented and aged for ten months in used 228 litter barrels but with no malolactic, no racking, no filtering, no cold stabilization and no fining.

Other Reviews....
The NV (2013) Extra Brut Cuvée La Rue des Noyers Non-Dosé is a rich, ample wine built on texture and layers of deep, resonant fruit. From the very first taste, the 2013 shows itself to be a Champagne of real breadth. Hints of orange peel, roasted nuts, minerals, ash, chamomile, dried flowers and spice all flesh out in the glass. A deceptively mid-weight wine, the 2013 is enveloping in feel, but also has softer contours than the more explosive 2012 tasted alongside it. This is all finesse. Disgorged: April 2016. Non-dosé.
94 points
Antonio Galloni - Vinous

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2013 Bereche et Fils Le Cran Extra Brut Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$250. 00
Bottle
$3000.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Vincent and Raphaël work with a range of Champagne terroirs, mostly in the north of the region near Reims. The quality starts with thoughtful viticulture and low yields from a high percentage of old vines many planted in the 1960s and 1970s. Since the brothers took over the operation from their father in 2004, all chemical herbicide use was stopped and returned to labour intensive manual cultivation of their vines. In the cellar they employ long, natural fermentations and extended aging on lees. Parcels are vinified separately, and three-quarters of the production spends time in 350-litre barrels, while the reserve wines are held in demi-muids of 600 litres. Unusually, bottle aging is mostly under cork for the second fermentation (tirer à liege). The brothers believe this allows slightly more oxygen to get to the wine, resulting in Champagnes with finer bubbles and seamless texture. None of the wines go through malolactic fermentation. Bottling occurs without filtration and disgorgement is still done entirely by hand.

Other Reviews....
The 2013 Premier Cru Le Cran is showing especially well, bursting with aromas of pear, mirabelle, crisp yellow orchard fruit and blood orange, complemented by hints of buttery pastry. Medium to full-bodied, layered and multidimensional, it's concentrated and intensely saline, concluding with a long, mineral finish. The late 2013 harvest has lent an exotic quality to the fruit tones this year that's very appealing, especially since Champagne hasn't seen to late a harvest in any of the years that have followed. This bottle was disgorged in July 2020 with three grams per liter dosage. Drink 2021 - 2035.
95 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (April 2021)

The 2013 Le Cran is a powerful, heady Champagne. Creamy and resonant in the glass, the 2013 possesses tremendous volume that only builds with time in the glass. Apricot, dried pear, spice, cedar, chamomile and lightly honeyed notes all flesh out as this dramatic, vinous Champagne gradually reveals its many charms. It is a very typical wine from this late ripening year with both intense fruit and bright, salivating acids. Dosage is 3 grams per liter. Drink 2021 - 2030.
95 points
Antonio Galloni - Vinous

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2012 Bereche et Fils Le Cran Extra Brut Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$230. 00
Bottle
$2760.00 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Vincent and Raphaël work with a range of Champagne terroirs, mostly in the north of the region near Reims. The quality starts with thoughtful viticulture and low yields from a high percentage of old vines many planted in the 1960s and 1970s. Since the brothers took over the operation from their father in 2004, all chemical herbicide use was stopped and returned to labour intensive manual cultivation of their vines. In the cellar they employ long, natural fermentations and extended aging on lees. Parcels are vinified separately, and three-quarters of the production spends time in 350-litre barrels, while the reserve wines are held in demi-muids of 600 litres. Unusually, bottle aging is mostly under cork for the second fermentation (tirer à liege). The brothers believe this allows slightly more oxygen to get to the wine, resulting in Champagnes with finer bubbles and seamless texture. None of the wines go through malolactic fermentation. Bottling occurs without filtration and disgorgement is still done entirely by hand.

Other Reviews....
The 2012 Premier Cru Le Cran was one of the highlights of this tasting, unwinding in the glass with aromas of ripe citrus oil, fresh peach, crisp green orchard fruit and nougat. Full-bodied, layered and enveloping, it's powerful and concentrated, its racy spine of acidity cloaked in a deep core of fruit, concluding with a saline finish. Drink 2022 - 2038.
95+ points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (May 2020)

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2015 Bereche et Fils Campania Remensis Extra Brut Rose Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$190. 00
Bottle
$2280.00 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Vincent and Raphaël work with a range of Champagne terroirs, mostly in the north of the region near Reims. The quality starts with thoughtful viticulture and low yields from a high percentage of old vines many planted in the 1960s and 1970s. Since the brothers took over the operation from their father in 2004, all chemical herbicide use was stopped and returned to labour intensive manual cultivation of their vines. In the cellar they employ long, natural fermentations and extended aging on lees. Parcels are vinified separately, and three-quarters of the production spends time in 350-litre barrels, while the reserve wines are held in demi-muids of 600 litres. Unusually, bottle aging is mostly under cork for the second fermentation (tirer à liege). The brothers believe this allows slightly more oxygen to get to the wine, resulting in Champagnes with finer bubbles and seamless texture. None of the wines go through malolactic fermentation. Bottling occurs without filtration and disgorgement is still done entirely by hand.
Campania Remensis is an extra brut rosé hailing predominantly from a single vineyard in Ormes with vines over 40 years old. The blend is 65% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay and 5% Meunier, with the colour from an addition of 5% still Pinot Noir.
Other Reviews....
Disgorged in May 2019 with 4.5 grams per liter dosage, the 2015 Brut Rosé Campania Remensis is showing brilliantly. From a south-facing site characterized by sandy soils over limestone bedrock, it wafts from the glass with a beautiful bouquet of pear, red apple, fresh mint and pastry cream. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, pillowy and charming, with a crisp core of fruit, a delicate mousse and fine-boned structure. This is one of the finest rosé wines I've tasted from Bérêche. Drink 2020 - 2035.
94 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (May 2020)

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2014 Bereche et Fils Campania Remensis Extra Brut Rose Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$170. 00
Bottle
$2040.00 Dozen

ABV: 12%

Closure: Cork

Vincent and Raphaël work with a range of Champagne terroirs, mostly in the north of the region near Reims. The quality starts with thoughtful viticulture and low yields from a high percentage of old vines many planted in the 1960s and 1970s. Since the brothers took over the operation from their father in 2004, all chemical herbicide use was stopped and returned to labour intensive manual cultivation of their vines. In the cellar they employ long, natural fermentations and extended aging on lees. Parcels are vinified separately, and three-quarters of the production spends time in 350-litre barrels, while the reserve wines are held in demi-muids of 600 litres. Unusually, bottle aging is mostly under cork for the second fermentation (tirer à liege). The brothers believe this allows slightly more oxygen to get to the wine, resulting in Champagnes with finer bubbles and seamless texture. None of the wines go through malolactic fermentation. Bottling occurs without filtration and disgorgement is still done entirely by hand.
Campania Remensis is an extra brut rosé hailing predominantly from a single vineyard in Ormes with vines over 40 years old. The blend is 65% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay and 5% Meunier, with the colour from an addition of 5% still Pinot Noir.
Other Reviews....
The 2014 Campania Remensis offers notable tension and along with a good bit of vibrancy that livens up the red berry, tobacco and floral notes. Deceptive in its pale color, the 2014 is beautifully persistent, not to mention impeccable in its balance, with terrific underlying structure. The 2014 is wonderfully alive in the glass. I loved it. Disgorged February 2018. Dosage is 3 grams per liter.
92 points
Antonio Galloni - Vinous

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2017 Bereche et Fils Campania Remensis Extra Brut Rose Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$190. 00
Bottle
$2280.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Vincent and Raphaël work with a range of Champagne terroirs, mostly in the north of the region near Reims. The quality starts with thoughtful viticulture and low yields from a high percentage of old vines many planted in the 1960s and 1970s. Since the brothers took over the operation from their father in 2004, all chemical herbicide use was stopped and returned to labour intensive manual cultivation of their vines. In the cellar they employ long, natural fermentations and extended aging on lees. Parcels are vinified separately, and three-quarters of the production spends time in 350-litre barrels, while the reserve wines are held in demi-muids of 600 litres. Unusually, bottle aging is mostly under cork for the second fermentation (tirer à liege). The brothers believe this allows slightly more oxygen to get to the wine, resulting in Champagnes with finer bubbles and seamless texture. None of the wines go through malolactic fermentation. Bottling occurs without filtration and disgorgement is still done entirely by hand.
Campania Remensis is an extra brut rosé hailing predominantly from a single vineyard in Ormes with vines over 40 years old. The blend is 65% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay and 5% Meunier, with the colour from an addition of 5% still Pinot Noir.

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Bereche et Fils Brut Reserve Champagne Magnum (1500ml)

Champagne, FRANCE
$285. 00
Bottle
$3420.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Vincent and Raphaël work with a range of Champagne terroirs, mostly in the north of the region near Reims. The quality starts with thoughtful viticulture and low yields from a high percentage of old vines many planted in the 1960s and 1970s. Since the brothers took over the operation from their father in 2004, all chemical herbicide use was stopped and returned to labour intensive manual cultivation of their vines. In the cellar they employ long, natural fermentations and extended aging on lees. Parcels are vinified separately, and three-quarters of the production spends time in 350-litre barrels, while the reserve wines are held in demi-muids of 600 litres. Unusually, bottle aging is mostly under cork for the second fermentation (tirer à liege). The brothers believe this allows slightly more oxygen to get to the wine, resulting in Champagnes with finer bubbles and seamless texture. None of the wines go through malolactic fermentation. Bottling occurs without filtration and disgorgement is still done entirely by hand.
Please note: Disgorgement dates can vary. Please contact the store if you would like to check which disgorgement is currently available.
Other Reviews....
Disgorged in July 2020 with seven grams per liter dosage, the NV Brut Réserve (2018 base) is the latest rendition of this wine. Bursting with aromas of orange oil, crisp orchard fruit and fresh bread, it's medium to full-bodied, fleshy and gourmand, with tangy acids and an enveloping, pillowy profile. Drink 2020 - 2030.
92 points
William Kelley - Wine Advocate (Apr 2021)

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2016 Bereche et Fils Mailly Grand Cru Extra Brut Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$399. 00
Bottle
$4788.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Vincent and Raphaël work with a range of Champagne terroirs, mostly in the north of the region near Reims. The quality starts with thoughtful viticulture and low yields from a high percentage of old vines many planted in the 1960s and 1970s. Since the brothers took over the operation from their father in 2004, all chemical herbicide use was stopped and returned to labour intensive manual cultivation of their vines. In the cellar they employ long, natural fermentations and extended aging on lees. Parcels are vinified separately, and three-quarters of the production spends time in 350-litre barrels, while the reserve wines are held in demi-muids of 600 litres. Unusually, bottle aging is mostly under cork for the second fermentation (tirer à liege). The brothers believe this allows slightly more oxygen to get to the wine, resulting in Champagnes with finer bubbles and seamless texture. None of the wines go through malolactic fermentation. Bottling occurs without filtration and disgorgement is still done entirely by hand.

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2014 Bereche et Fils Le Cran Extra Brut Champagne

Champagne, FRANCE
$265. 00
Bottle
$3180.00 Dozen

ABV: 12.5%

Closure: Cork

Vincent and Raphaël work with a range of Champagne terroirs, mostly in the north of the region near Reims. The quality starts with thoughtful viticulture and low yields from a high percentage of old vines many planted in the 1960s and 1970s. Since the brothers took over the operation from their father in 2004, all chemical herbicide use was stopped and returned to labour intensive manual cultivation of their vines. In the cellar they employ long, natural fermentations and extended aging on lees. Parcels are vinified separately, and three-quarters of the production spends time in 350-litre barrels, while the reserve wines are held in demi-muids of 600 litres. Unusually, bottle aging is mostly under cork for the second fermentation (tirer à liege). The brothers believe this allows slightly more oxygen to get to the wine, resulting in Champagnes with finer bubbles and seamless texture. None of the wines go through malolactic fermentation. Bottling occurs without filtration and disgorgement is still done entirely by hand.

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2020 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$31. 99
Bottle
$383.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2024-2032)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. The base wine for this cuvee is left on yeast lees in bottle for 24 months or more and disgorged in the traditional method. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.

Sparkling Shiraz at Christmas is an Australian tradition and few producers do it as well as Best’s

Carries a fluffy dark red tinged mousse with aplomb. Midnight black dark red coloured base with a fine bead flowing through it. Lusty scents of dark plum, liquorice and blackberry sail from the glass complimented by some vanillin oak, dark chocolate and subtle spicy earth notes. Rich, concentrated and powerful, the mouth filling palate carries a plush texture with dark plum, liquorice, dark chocolate and blackberry flavours plentiful in their volume. Vanillin cedar, light earth and spice characters lie underneath. Long exuberant cream tinged finish.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.5%
Other Reviews….
Deep colour with a trace of purple in the meniscus, the bouquet sweetly spicy and blackberry scented, with a lift of pepper-spice and fresh herbs. In the mouth it's full and rich, again discreetly spicy, with a modest level of sweetness which leaves the mouth refreshed. Long aftertaste, super satisfying and delicious. The value is amazing. Drink now to 2034.
95 Points
Huon Hooke – The Real Review

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2019 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 8 Years (2023-2031)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. The base wine for this cuvee is left on yeast lees in bottle for 24 months or more and disgorged in the traditional method. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.
Pours with a thick frothy purple tinged mousse that hold well over a dense dark red coloured base that has a very fine yet steady bead flowing through it. Heady ripe blackberry, dark plum, liquorice and dark chocolate aromas fill the nostrils with some earthy vanillin oak background notes. Very concentrated, rich and powerful the mouth is completely engulfed with opulent blackberry, dark plum, liquorice and dark chocolate flavours. Vanillin oak and earth elements also chime in. Creamy textured it finishes dry and slightly chalky with a long decadent finish.
Drink over the next 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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2017 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 10 Years (2020-2030)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. The base wine for this cuvee is left on yeast lees in bottle for 24 months or more and disgorged in the traditional method. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.
Pours beautifully with a thick purple tinged mousse that shows excellent hold. The tiniest of bubbles flowing through a dense pitch black dark red coloured core with excellent persistence. Wafting out of the glass are heady scents of dark plum, blackberry and liquorice which meld into toasty vanillin oak, dark chocolate and spice notes. Rich and toasty the palate is packed with luscious blackberry, liquorice and sarsaparilla flavours that are married to vanillin oak, scorched earth and cinnamon spice elements. Dry energetic finish with a long and generous creamy textured aftertaste.
Limited stocks – this normally sells out prior to Christmas.
Drink over the next 8-10 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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2013 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: 8 - 10 Years (2024-2026)

ABV: 14%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. The base wine for this Cuvee is left on yeast lees in bottle for 20 months or more and disgorged in the traditional method. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.

Impressive pour with a deep dark purple tinged mousse that shows excellent hold. Totally opaque black dark purple colour with an exceptionally fine bead that shows good persistence. Ripe blackberry, liquorice and dark plum aromas are followed by some dark chocolate, vanillin oak and spice notes. Very rich and concentrated the palate is flooded with opulent ripe blackberry, liquorice and dark plum flavours that have an adolescent youthfulness. Underlying dark chocolate and spicy vanillin oak characters are also apparent. Very dry finish with slightly chalky tannins. Excellent power with a long conclusion of liquorice, ripe blackberries, dark chocolate and spicy vanillin oak. A big rich sparkling Shiraz that will evolve beautifully in the cellar.
Cellar 8-10 years.
Alc 14%

Other Reviews….
The colour here is something else; it makes deep purple look insipid. Blackberry and violet, dark boiled XMAS cake, chocolate and leather, with a slightly briny character too. It’s dense and tannic, full of juicy purple flavour, along with raspberries, salt beef and spice. It’s almost more savoury than simply sweet, and has layers of complexity and a full throttle finish rolling with dark chocolate and a thick pillow of tannin. Pretty much, this is how you do it. Almost ready now, but will really be better still in a few years. Drink 2017-2029+
94+ points
Gary Walsh – The Wine Front

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2015 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: Drink now - 10 Years (2018-2028)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. The base wine for this cuvee is left on yeast lees in bottle for 22 months or more and disgorged in the traditional method. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.

An Australian Classic at the Christmas table – this is the go-to wine for Sparkling Shiraz.

Pours with a frothy purple tinged mousse that sits comfortably over a black, dark red coloured base which is finely threaded by a persistent bead. An elevated nose offers up aromas of ripe dark plum, blackberry and liquorice followed by toasty vanillin oak, traces of earth and blackpepper. Rich, luscious dark plum, liquorice, blackberry and dark chocolate flavours saturate the palate with toasty vanillin oak, spicy earth and pepper elements in the background. Refreshing acidity counterpoints the opulent dark fruits. Creamy like mouthfeel with a long velvet laced finish of dark plum, blackberry, chocolate bullets, toasty vanillin oak, earth and spice.
Drink now or cellar up to 10 years.
Alc. 14.5%

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2014 Best's Great Western Sparkling Shiraz

Great Western, Victoria, AUSTRALIA
$29. 99
Bottle
$359.88 Dozen

Cellar: 6 - 8 Years (2023-2025)

ABV: 14.5%

Closure: Crown Seal

Sparkling Shiraz is a unique Australian wine that’s synonymous with the Great Western region having been in production since the early 1900’s. The base wine for this Cuvee is left on yeast lees in bottle for 20 months or more and disgorged in the traditional method. The dosage liqueur contains a small quantity of very old Best’s Liqueur Muscat.

An Australian Classic at the Christmas table – this is the go-to wine for Sparkling Shiraz.

Pours with a very frothy purple tinged mousse which leaves behind it an opaque black dark red base coloured wine that’s carefully threaded by a very fine stream of tiny bubbles. Pronounced ripe blackberry, liquorice and dark plum aromatics hold sway over toasty vanillin oak, subtle chocolatey earth and spicy pepper end notes. Rich and intensely flavoured the palate is awash with ripe plush black fruits that include blackberry, liquorice and dark plums underpinned by toasty vanillin oak, traces of earth and spice. Dry earthy tannins largely concealed by the plushness of fruit. Excellent concentration with an opulent yet vibrant mouthfeel. Finishes dry with good freshness and a long blackberry, liquorice, dark plum, toasty vanillin oak, earth and spice aftertaste.
Cellar 6-8 years.
Alc. 14.5%

Other Reviews….
Deep red colour with a trace of purple. The bouquet is savoury, with dried herb and earthy notes, traces of vanilla, chocolate and spices. The wine is rich and medium to full-bodied, with appropriate mid-palate sweetness followed by drying but soft tannins and a touch of licorice. There's a pleasant touch of bitterness on the finish and aftertaste, which helps cleanse the palate. Good length and balance.
95 points
Huon Hooke

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