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Vinous98 points
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Robert Parker's95 points
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Decanter93 points
- Variety Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Billecart Salmon
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 13.5% Alcohol
Billecart-Salmon Le Clos Saint-Hilaire 2006"Billecart-Salmon Le Clos Saint-Hilaire 2006 is an exceptional champagne that ..."$1,199.00 -
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The Wine Advoca95 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Agrapart
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Agrapart Mineral Extra Brut 2006"One of the highlights in this set of new releases, the 2006 Extra Brut Blanc ..."$339.99 -
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James Suckling95 points
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Antonio Galloni94+ points
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Wine Spectator93 points
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Jancis Robinson16.5 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Champagne Deutz
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
CHAMPAGNE DEUTZ 'CUVEE WILLIAM DEUTZ' BRUT 2006"This Cuvée William Deutz is a tribute to the brand's founder. Its distinctive..."$270.00 -
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- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Champagne Charles Heidsieck
- Cellaring 1-3 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Charles Heidsieck Blanc De Millenaires 2006""Blanc des Millénaires": this exceptional cuvée is named in honour of its age..."$1,200.00 -
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James Suckling94 points
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Mike Bennie92 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Champagne Charles Heidsieck
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Charles Heidsieck Vintage Rose 2006"Charles Heidsieck Rosé is intensely perfumed with a complex nose immediately ..."$210.00 -
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Jancis Robinson17.5+ points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Dom Pérignon
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Dom Perignon Rose Champagne 2006"Dom Pérignon could very well be the most celebrated champagne brand in the wo..."$550.00 -
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The Wine Advoca94 points
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Roger Voss94 points
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Antonio Galloni93 points
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Wine Spectator93 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Gosset
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Gosset 'Grand Millesime' Vintage 2006 Champagne"This is a wine that results from a blend of 55% Pinot Noir and 45% Chardonnay..."$149.99 -
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Robert Parker's97 points
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Wine Spectator97 points
- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Krug
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Krug Vintage 2006"At first sight, the intense golden colour promises round generosity. A very e..."$499.99 -
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Decanter97 points
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Vinous97 points
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The Wine Advoca95 points
- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Louis Roederer
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Louis Roederer Cristal 2006"Long-time Chef de Caves Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon has produced yet another in a..."$480.00 -
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- Vintage 2006
- Brand Louis Roederer
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Louis Roederer Cristal Rose 2006"One of the highlights in this tasting, the 2006 Cristal Rosé is simply stunni..."$1,049.99 -
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Pierre Gaillard
- Cellaring 3-5 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Pierre Paillard La Grande Recolte 2006"WINNER- Champagne of the Year 2018, Max Allen A vintage champagne is the u..."$175.00 -
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Wine Enthusiast100 points
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James Suckling97 points
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Antonio Galloni97 points
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The Wine Advoca96* points
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Jancis Robinson18* points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Salon Cuvee 'S' Blanc De Blancs 2006"100 points Wine Enthusiast! Notes of white flowers, citrus zest, lightly t..."$990.00 -
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Vinous97 points
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Tyson Stelzer97 points
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Wine Spectator95 points
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James Suckling94 points
- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Taittinger
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 11.0% Alcohol
Taittinger Comtes De Champagne Blanc De Blancs 2006"2005 has produced a vintage of Champagne Clovis Taittinger himself adores, he..."$389.00 -
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Decanter95 points
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James Suckling94 points
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The Wine Advoca94 points
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Wine Spectator95 points
- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 2006
- Brand Veuve Clicquot
- Cellaring 5-10 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame 2006"How does Veuve Clicquot’s cellarmaster Dominique Demarville do it? This high ..."$349.99 -
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Vintage Champagne
Vintage Champagne is a type of Champagne that is made from grapes harvested in a single year, also known as a "vintage" year. The grapes must be grown in the Champagne region of France and must meet strict quality standards set by the Comité Interprofessionnel du Vin de Champagne (CIVC). Vintage Champagne is considered to be the highest quality type of Champagne and is aged for a longer period of time than non-vintage Champagne before being released for sale.
The aging process allows the wine to develop its unique character, and the taste can vary depending on the vintage. Vintage Champagne is usually made from a blend of different grape varieties, with Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier being the most commonly used. Vintage Champagne is typically more expensive than non-vintage Champagne because of the extra care and attention required to produce it. The wine is usually aged for a minimum of three years in the bottle before being released for sale. The bottle will display the vintage year on the label, and it is usually considered to be more elegant and refined than non-vintage Champagne. Some producers will hold on to the wine for a decade or more before releasing it for sale. This allows the wine to develop its unique character and complexity.
The vintage year must be declared by the producer only in years when the grapes meet a certain standard of quality. This means that not every year will be a vintage year and only a small percentage of wines produced in Champagne will be considered vintage.
The taste can vary depending on the vintage year, the grape varieties used, and the winemaking methods. Some vintage Champagnes can have a more complex flavor profile with notes of brioche, toast, and nuts, while others can be more fruity with a hint of minerality.
Typically paired with more sophisticated and refined dishes such as caviar, truffles, and foie gras. The flavors of the wine and the food complement each other, and the bubbles in the wine help to cleanse the palate between bites.
Vintage Champagne can be collected and aged by wine enthusiasts, and some vintages can become highly sought after and valuable. The wine can change and develop over time, making it an interesting and rewarding experience to collect and taste different vintages.
Vintage Champagne should be stored in a cool, dark place, ideally at a temperature of around 7-10 degrees Celsius (45-50 degrees Fahrenheit).
Overall, vintage Champagne is considered to be a luxury product and it is usually more expensive than non-vintage Champagne. It is a wine that is meant to be savored and appreciated, and it is often consumed on special occasions.
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