Champagne, France, Provence
Champagne is a wine region to the north-east of Paris where wine has been grown since the Romans first planted in the 5th century and the region is most well known for the Sparkling wine that goes by the regions name.
Champagne is made from 3 grapes. The two red grapes Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier and the white grape Chardonnay. All three are commonly blended though a ‘blanc de blanc’ meaning ‘white from white’ indicates that only Chardonnay was used. Conversely a ‘blanc de noir’ or ‘white from black’ indicates that the two red grapes were used.
A common misconception is that Champagne was invented by Dom Pérignon. Although this is not the case, he made considerable contributions to the quality and production methods used in the region. The very first bottles of Champagne were created by accident, and coined ‘the devil’s wine’ for all the popping corks. Sparkling wine in Australia was referred to as Champagne but this practise has long been disallowed.
Methode Champenoise is the traditional method by which Champagne is produced and if you see Millisime on a bottle, it represents the fact that the wine comes from a particular vintage rather than being blended, which is the more common practice.
Icons such as Dom Pérignon and Krug are world renowned, but we find as much pleasure in the smaller Champagne houses such as Gosset and Jacquinot. Magnums are perfect for the festive occasions and half bottles are also available.
Provence wine are from the region of Provence in southeast France. This region has a classic Mediterranean climate. Mild winters are followed by very warm summers with little rainfall. The main grape variety is Mourvèdre, which is the primary component in many Red wines and Rosés. The Côtes de Provence is the largest Appellation d’origine controlée of the region. The Bandol region near Toulon is internationally renowned for its Rosés.
Champagne is made from 3 grapes. The two red grapes Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier and the white grape Chardonnay. All three are commonly blended though a ‘blanc de blanc’ meaning ‘white from white’ indicates that only Chardonnay was used. Conversely a ‘blanc de noir’ or ‘white from black’ indicates that the two red grapes were used.
A common misconception is that Champagne was invented by Dom Pérignon. Although this is not the case, he made considerable contributions to the quality and production methods used in the region. The very first bottles of Champagne were created by accident, and coined ‘the devil’s wine’ for all the popping corks. Sparkling wine in Australia was referred to as Champagne but this practise has long been disallowed.
Methode Champenoise is the traditional method by which Champagne is produced and if you see Millisime on a bottle, it represents the fact that the wine comes from a particular vintage rather than being blended, which is the more common practice.
Icons such as Dom Pérignon and Krug are world renowned, but we find as much pleasure in the smaller Champagne houses such as Gosset and Jacquinot. Magnums are perfect for the festive occasions and half bottles are also available.
Provence wine are from the region of Provence in southeast France. This region has a classic Mediterranean climate. Mild winters are followed by very warm summers with little rainfall. The main grape variety is Mourvèdre, which is the primary component in many Red wines and Rosés. The Côtes de Provence is the largest Appellation d’origine controlée of the region. The Bandol region near Toulon is internationally renowned for its Rosés.
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A dry Provencal classic made of cinsault with grenache, syrah and merlot too, this is bright and summery with strawberries, pomegranate spritz and richer vanilla aromas. Crunchy-fresh with sour-red grapefruit to start, it then mellows with a creamy edge to ... Learn MoreDomaine De Triennes Rose 2019$23.99 Per item -
A fabulous bargain for lovers of Provençal rose. Half Syrah, half Grenache. Perfumed, red berry aromas. Racy, super refreshing with jubey, red berry and sappy fruit notes and a punchy, crunchy finish. The wine was fermented and aged in ... Learn MoreVerget Du Sud 'Rose De La Terre' Rose 2016$23.99 Per itemOut of stock -
A blend of 50% Grenache, 40% Cinsault and 10% Syrah carefully selected from the best soils of Côtes de Provence. The nose shows rose petals and spice but also crab-apples and red apples. Some really nice peach character on the palate that’ ... Learn MoreMirabeau Cotes De Provence Rose 2019$24.99 Per item -
The perfect pale salmon colour, coming from the blend of Grenache, Cinsault, Syrah and a splash of Ugni Blanc. Made from the prestigious subregion of Maures - the southern-most tip of the gulf of St Tropez. An attractive nose of ... Learn MoreVal D'Astier One Maures Provence Rose 2018$24.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Our sparkling rosé wine “La Folie” hails from northern Provence and the Luberon. Crafted using the “Charmat Method” (like Prosecco) this is a charming and fragrant rosé fizz. A beautiful ballet slipper pink, with a delicate sparkle and a nose ... Learn More -
AIX cemented its pedigree, when it was awarded the gold medal to become the most celebrated rosé in the world at the 'Mondial du Rosé 2016' (International Rosé Wine Competition) in Cannes. Fresh, delicate perfume with notes of watermelon, strawberries & ... Learn MoreAix Provence Rose 2019$29.99 Per item -
AIX cemented its pedigree, when it was awarded the gold medal to become the most celebrated rosé in the world at the 'Mondial du Rosé 2016' (International Rosé Wine Competition) in Cannes. Fresh, delicate perfume with notes of watermelon, strawberries & ... Learn MoreAix Provence Rose 2018$29.99 Per itemOut of stock -
A blend of 50% Grenache, 40% Cinsault and 10% Syrah carefully selected from the best soils of Côtes de Provence. The aromatic harmony of grenache and cinsault offers some notes of peach and candied orange. The palate is fresh, smooth and round ... Learn MoreM De Minuty Provence Rose 2019$33.00 Per item -
Mirabeau Étoile originates from the same high altitude vineyard parcels as Pure. A stunning lychee coloured rosé with crystalline nuances, this wine is almost celestially sublime. An alluring bright colour of pale litchi, Etoile is the limited edition star of ... Learn MoreMirabeau Etoile Cotes De Provence Rose 2018$34.99 Per item -
Sourced from grapes grown from some of the most choice land in the surrounding region of La Motte en Provence, consisting primarily of Grenache, Rolle (Vermentino) and Cinsault. Aromas of peach, white cherry and white raspberry mingle together. The palate ... Learn MoreChateau D'Esclans 'Whispering Angel' Rose 2020$39.90 Per item -
Sourced from grapes grown from some of the most choice land in the surrounding region of La Motte en Provence, consisting primarily of Grenache, Rolle (Vermentino) and Cinsault. Aromas of peach, white cherry and white raspberry mingle together. The palate ... Learn MoreChateau D'Esclans 'Whispering Angel' Rose 2019$39.90 Per itemOut of stock -
Sourced from grapes grown from some of the most choice land in the surrounding region of La Motte en Provence, consisting primarily of Grenache, Rolle (Vermentino) and Cinsault. Aromas of peach, white cherry and white raspberry mingle together. The palate ... Learn MoreChateau D'Esclans 'Whispering Angel' Rose 2018$39.90 Per itemOut of stock -
Moet & Chandon's most iconic Champagne and an absolute favourite around the world, Brut Imperial NV comprises over 100 different wines, with about 30% of them reserve wines, blended together to form this renowned house style which has been starting celebrations since 1869. With ... Learn MoreMoet Et Chandon Imperial Champagne Nv Gift Box$56.10 Per itemOut of stock -
A blend of 60% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay and 10% Pinot Meunier, only from Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards, this is exceptional quality Champagne for an unbelievable price! Offering notes of pear, hazelnut and subtle toasty spice on the nose, it follows ... Learn More -
Often considered "The greatest Rose in the World" by wine critic Robert Parker, Domaine Tempier always rates alongside neighbour Domaine Ott, but is always the more affordable wine! The grapes used to make our rosé come from selected parcels where ... Learn MoreDomaine Tempier Bandol Rose 2019$64.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Rosé Cœur de Grain is an expression of a blend of three grapes typical of the Côtes de Provence appellation: Grenache, the majority grape, chosen for its full-bodied texture, Cinsault for its well-known softness and Syrah for its ... Learn MoreDomaine Ott 'Clos Mireille' Coeur De Grain Rose 2019$69.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Awarded best Champagne producer at the 2015 International Wine & Spirits Competition The Le Brun family live by the village of Bethon in the Marne. The memory of Madame Le Brun, who owned the castle in 1845, is still alive today. The house ... Learn MoreLe Brun De Neuville Blanc De Blancs Nv$69.99 Per itemOut of stock -
The wine has always been a distinctive Mourvedre and Cinsault blend with the scales tilting towards Mourvedre in recent years. This year's blend is 60/40 in Mourvedre's favour. A complex, beautifully scented wine that glides effortlessly across the palate. Deep yet ... Learn MoreChateau De Pibarnon 'Bandol Rose' 2016$69.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Made from 40% Pinot Noir, 40% Pinot Meuneir & 20% Chardonnay from Premier Cru vineyards, and aged for two years in bottle before release. Deep aromas of fresh fruits and hint of nuts. The taste is full bodied and rich with fruit though elegant ... Learn MoreChampagne Autreau Brut 1er Cru Champagne Nv$69.99 Per itemOut of stock -
The wine has always been a distinctive Mourvedre and Cinsault blend with the scales tilting towards Mourvedre in recent years. This year's blend is 60/40 in Mourvedre's favour. A complex, beautifully scented wine that glides effortlessly across the palate. Deep yet ... Learn MoreChateau De Pibarnon 'Bandol Rose' 2018$72.00 Per itemOut of stock -
100% Premier Cru fruit. 85% Chardonnay lends an elegant floral character as well as grapefruit and melon, but the 15% Pinot Noir (blended as red wine) gives the ruby red colour and adds flavours of red berries and a savoury complexity. The family ... Learn MoreChampagne Autreau Brut Premier Cru Rose NV$74.99 Per item -
100% Grand Cru fruit. Pinot Noir & Chardonnay blend. The nose is a combination of ripe citrus fruits with a buttery overtone and flowery finish. The flavours are fresh and vibrant, of peaches, melons and raspberry with light hazelnut nuance adding depth ... Learn MoreChampagne Autreau Grand Cru Champagne Nv$74.99 Per item -
Jean-Manuel Jacquinot obtained a degree in Oenology at the esteemed University of Reims. After this he became trainee oenologist at the world famous house of Veuve Clicquot. Today, Jean-Manuel has over 20 years of experience in making Champagne, is a Member ... Learn MoreChampagne Jacquinot 'Private Cuvee' Brut Nv$74.99 Per item -
The distinguished elegance, fullness and lovely taut character of the Château Romassan Rosé are the result of meticulous vine tending and winemaking. Each plot is worked in accordance with its intrinsic qualities but the vines all grow in typical ... Learn MoreDomaine Ott 'Chateau Romassan' Bandol Rose 2018$75.00 Per itemOut of stock -
Pierre Baillette is not just limited to the creation of high-quality champagne, but to preserve the most authentic values of the wine tradition of this legendary region. This refreshing and savory Champagne is loaded with flavors of citrus, white cherries, ... Learn MorePierre Baillette Brut le Village NV$79.00 Per item -
100% Chardonnay Grand Cru fruit sourced from the "White Hillside" Vineyards of the Autreau Estate. The family Autreau is an old family from Champillon - ancient documents certify their presence since 1670. This family is linked to the farming of the land ... Learn MoreChampagne Autreau Brut Blanc De Blancs 1er Cru Nv$79.99 Per item -
Only the juices from first pressing – the cuvées - are used. ... Learn MoreChampagne Drappier Brut Nature Nv$79.99 Per item -
BY.OTT is blended and bottled in the new Château de Selle cellar, where part of the winery is exclusively devoted to its production. The entire process is controlled from the blending to the storage, ensuring the perfect quality ... Learn MoreDomaine Ott 'By Ott' Rose 2018 (Magnum)$79.99 Per itemOut of stock -
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February is synonymous with Rose! The weather is hot, Valentine's Day is a few days away and we can't think of a better subject to match this time of year. ... Learn More
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GRAPES: 45% Pinot Noir, 35% Pinot Meunier, 20% Chardonnay. Intense aromas of fresh fruit typical of the Pinot varietals. Fruit aromas intermingle with pastry notes, a sign of excellent maturity. ... Learn MoreCanard Duchene 'Authentic' Brut Nv$81.99 Per itemOut of stock -
A beautifully crafted wine of balance, fine mousse and pleasant complexity. Initially the nose is precise, expressive and refreshing, with notes of citrus and yellow fruit; floral fragrances (vine flowers, elderflowers) and pastry aromas (brioche, toast, grilled almond) follow. On ... Learn MoreHenriot 'Souverain' Brut Nv Champagne$83.99 Per itemOut of stock -
"Louis Roederer Bruit Premier NV is a perennial favourite of mine. I love its biscuity character, its backbone and structure, which are more impressive than in virtually any other NV. But I do prefer to stash newly bought bottles away ... Learn MoreLouis Roederer Brut Premier Nv Champagne$84.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Cépages: 50% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Meunier Assemblage: 60% 2016 base, 40% from 2015 & 2014 Vineyard/Village: From the village of Merfy Malo: Partial Elevage: 40% Stainless Steel, 60% Oak barrel En Tirage Aging: 24 months ... Learn MoreChartogne-Taillet Cuvee Sainte Anne Brut NV$89.99 Per itemOut of stock -
100 per cent Chardonnay from the terroirs of Chavot, Vaudancourt, Voipreux 1er Cru and Epernay - all biodynamically farmed. Exuberant with lots of spicy white peach fruit, lemon pith and brown spice. The palate is crunchy and chalky with a delicious ... Learn MoreLaherte Freres Blanc De Blancs Champagne NV$89.99 Per itemOut of stock -
Vintage 2008 is based on a blend of Pinot Noir (36%), Chardonnay (32%) and Pinot Meunier (32%), from a number of different crus including Hautvilliers, Avize, Le Mesnil sur Oger, Ay, and Rilly-la-Montagne. Full of aromas of toast and orchard fruit compote. The wine ... Learn MoreCanard Duchene Vintage 2008$92.00 Per itemOut of stock -
"Appealing candied berry and citrus aromas. A hint of bread dough and mineral... Though rich, it's lively too, with a smooth texture and lingering finish." - Bruce Sanderson, Wine Spectator When to drink 2012 - 2015 ... Learn MoreLarmandier Bernier 'Latitude' Champagne Brut Nv$94.00 Per item -
Biodynamic and organic - A fine and complex blending excellent for aperitif. "Bright, appley and fragrant, this feels fresh and easy to drink, buttressed by taut, lively acidity. It finishes with brightly citrusy fragrance, its tangerine-like flavors showing energy and ... Learn MoreLaherte Freres 'Ultradition' Champagne Brut Nv$94.99 Per itemOut of stock -
The bottles of Blanc de Blancs remain for a period of 3-5 years in the calm and dark of the Henriot caves in Reims. Pure, concentrated and expressive, with floral (honeysuckle, orange flower, linden), fruity (lemon, dried apricot, almond) and ... Learn MoreHenriot Blanc De Blancs Nv Champagne$98.99 Per itemOut of stock -
The base wine is equal parts pinot noir, chardonnay and pinot meunier from the'07 vintage, and 40% reserve wine is added prior to the wine being bottled for its second fermentation. The reserve wine has an average age of 10 years, so ... Learn MoreCharles Heidsieck Reserve Brut Nv$99.00 Per itemOut of stock -
Rich, toasty and opulent. Notes of almond and ripe yellow fruit with a precise minerality. Vilmart has obtained something of a cult status by Champagne lovers everywhere. It is seriously good for the price. A beautiful wine, but what of ... Learn MoreVilmart – Rilly-La-Montagne Grand Cellier Nv$99.00 Per itemOut of stock
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