-
-
Antonio Galloni100 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2008
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Champagne Salon 2008 Mixed 7 Bottle Case"Salon - the original Blanc de Blancs Champagne, the pioneer and icon of a sty..."$16,999.99 -
-
-
Wine Enthusiast99 points
-
Robert Parker's98+ points
-
Vinous97 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2012
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Champagne Salon Cuvee 'S' Blanc De Blancs 2012"Champagne's finest and rarest Blanc de Blancs, Salon is the legacy of Eugène-..."$2,800.00 -
-
-
Vinous99 points
-
Robert Parker's97 points
-
Decanter97 points
-
James Suckling97 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2013
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Champagne Salon Cuvee 'S' Blanc De Blancs 2013"Champagne's finest and rarest Blanc de Blancs, Salon is the legacy of Eugène-..."$2,800.00 -
-
-
Wine Spectator97 points
-
Stephen Tanzer93+ points
-
Wine Enthusiast91 points
-
Julia Harding M17.5 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 1990
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Salon 'Cuvee S' Blanc De Blancs 1990"97 points - Wine Spectator The nose is an aromatic explosion of lime, spic..."$3,450.00 -
-
-
Wine Spectator96 points
-
Stephen Tanzer94+ points
-
Antonio Galloni94 points
-
Neal Martin94* points
-
Josh Raynolds93 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 1995
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Salon 'Cuvee S' Blanc De Blancs 1995"Salon 1995 Champagne is pale yellow in colour, almost evanescent; it is fine ..."$2,599.00 -
-
-
Antonio Galloni97 points
-
Wine Enthusiast97 points
-
Huon Hooke97 points
-
Wine Spectator95 points
-
Jancis Robinson18.5 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 1996
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Salon 'Cuvee S' Blanc De Blancs 1996"The 1996 vintage is comparable to the legendary 1928, one of the greatest vin..."$2,580.00 -
-
-
Huon Hooke97 points
-
Antonio Galloni95 points
-
David Schildkne95 points
-
Wine Spectator94 points
-
Julia Harding M18 points
- Variety Chardonnay / Pinot Noir
- Vintage 1999
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Salon 'Cuvee S' Blanc De Blancs 1999"Brioche, white bread, white blossom, white fruit and bitter almond flavours a..."$1,179.00 -
-
-
Roger Voss100 points
-
James Suckling99 points
-
Wine Spectator98 points
-
Richard Hemming20 points
-
Antonio Galloni97 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2002
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring 10-15 Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Salon 'Cuvee S' Blanc De Blancs 2002"There were just thirty-seven vintages made in the 20th century and that’s it...."$1,049.99 -
-
-
Robert Parker's95 points
-
Wine Spectator97 points
-
James Suckling99 points
- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 2002
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Salon 'Cuvee S' Blanc De Blancs Grand Cru 2002"The fruit sourced for Salon comes from approximately 19 crus (or vineyard plo..."$1,199.99 -
-
-
Robert Parker's96 points
-
Antonio Galloni97 points
-
Wine Enthusiast99 points
- Variety Pinot/Chardonnay
- Vintage 2007
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring Drink Now
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Salon 'Cuvee S' Blanc De Blancs Grand Cru 2007"The fruit sourced for Salon comes from approximately 19 crus (or vineyard plo..."$1,199.99 -
-
-
Antonio Galloni97+ points
-
James Suckling98 points
-
Wine Enthusiast98 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2004
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.5% Alcohol
Salon Cuvee 'S' Blanc De Blancs 2004"98 points - Wine Enthusiast Clean and lively on the attack, the wine’s int..."$879.00 -
-
-
Wine Enthusiast100 points
-
James Suckling97 points
-
Antonio Galloni97 points
-
The Wine Advoca96* points
-
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 -
-
-
Wine Enthusiast99 points
-
James Suckling97 points
-
The Wine Advoca96 points
-
Antonio Galloni96 points
- Variety Chardonnay
- Vintage 2007
- Brand Champagne Salon
- Cellaring 15 Plus Years
- Wine Type Sparkling
- Alcohol Percentage 12.0% Alcohol
Salon Cuvee 'S' Blanc De Blancs 2007"99 points - Wine Enthusiast. Salon 2007 is immediately appealing with its..."$945.00 -
Filter by
More Filters
Less Filters
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.
Remind me later