Advice on champagne

[Cruiser Elite]

Whinging much? $560 too high, $330 too high… FFS

You know it’s not 2020 prices anymore.

Says the bloke who would cut sixpence in half

 

[Sprucegoose]

Mama coughking Mia - my favourite drop - Dan's getting up in the stirrups a bit huh?
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And to think I promised boomy, penegal and qaz I would bring along a bottle to next OT night coz qaz hasn't tried it yet - might need to re-think this one

Wasn't that the P1 Xmas gift in happier times?

 

[boomy]

Wasn't that the P1 Xmas gift in happier times?

I got Krug vintage and Comtes as P1 back in the days.

 

[Sprucegoose]

I got Krug vintage and Comtes as P1 back in the days.

That would have been a while ago!.

SQ have always been Krug acolytes

 

[Kangol]

Qantas Wine are now selling Armand de Brignac. Only $659!

 

[qaz]

MB94 $50 ends 1pm AEDT:

CHAMPAGNE LACOURTE-GODBILLON Premier Cru Terroirs d’Ecueil Extra Brut, Champagne NV, Bottle – Langtons Carpe Diem

www.langtonscarpediem.com.au

 

[qaz]

Grand Cru Wines:

• Louis Roederer Collection 242 $77/6pk $83/3pk delivered

LOUIS ROEDERER Collection 243 Champagne - Grand Cru

Collection 243 is the new multi-vintage cuvée which replaces the Brut Premier. The Collection 243 shares the same philosophy as the Jacquesson 7 series and Krug’s Edition wines, which are based on a younger vintage blended with some older reserve wines. Based on the 2017 vintage with a blend of...

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available again until this (Good) Friday - price beat at Dan's?

 

[papeto]

available again - price beat at Dan's?

Thanks grabbed a six pack . Great price!

 

[qaz]

The Champagne Report 2022: Grandes Marques

Essi Avellan MW introduces the first part of Club Oenologique’s Champagne Report 2022, tasting 350 sparkling wines from the grandes marques

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24 top Champagnes to drink this Christmas

Essi Avellan MW picks out her top gastronomic Champagnes for toasting – and dining – with this Christmas

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The movers and shakers among Champagne's grandes marques

Essi Avellan MW selects the standout performers from our inaugural Champagne Report, highlighting top-performing houses from the region

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Champagne vintages to buy now

Following on from our 2024 Champagne Report, Essi Avellan MW picks out Champagne vintages to buy now that are sure to excite fizz fans

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Champagne: the significance of disgorgement

Essi Avellan MW considers the importance of a complex but integral topic

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Krug 1976–2008

A tasting of every vintage of the past four decades captivated Essi Avellan MW – but Krug's NV Champagnes almost stole the show

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The return of Champagne Charlie

200 years since the birth of Charles-Camille Heidsieck, the much-loved bottling is back - but this time it's blended, says Essi Avellan MW

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Top 1996 Prestige Cuvée Champagnes

The 1996 Champagne vintage excited on release but has since proved problematic. So, 25 years on, how are the top wines holding up?

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The Grower Champagne Report 2023

Essi Avellan MW tastes through the Champagne region's top grower Champagne in 2023, from site-specific bottlings to stellar blanc de blancs

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How single-vineyard Champagne became the go-to for growers

Today at most of the trendsetting domaines, single-vineyard Champagnes make up the top tier. Essi Avellan MW selects 21 standout bottles

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Why time is priceless for Champagne

When it comes to Champagne, good things come to those who wait, says David Kermode

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Bollinger R.D. 2008: 'an age-defying beauty'

Essi Avellan MW introduces Bollinger R.D. 2008, a fitting wine to mark the baton exchange from the late Gilles Descôtes to incoming chef de cave, Denis Bunner

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Moët & Chandon Grand Vintage 1921–2015

Essi Avellan MW says Moët’s Grand Vintage deserves more recognition, as she tastes back through a century of cuvées

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Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque 1971-2013

Essi Avellan MW shares tasting notes from a remarkable retrospective of Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Champagne - including rosé and blanc de blancs back to 1971

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'It talks to your senses': Olivier Krug on Champagne and music

The Krug director on commissioning compositions to best express a cuvée

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[qaz]

How Long Can We Age Champagne, Should We Age Champagne, And Is Late Disgorged Or Aged On Cork Best? - Quill & Pad

Champagne is a lot more robust than people think. While reds and even whites get a fairly rough hand on occasion, there is a feeling that champagne must always be handled with the proverbial kid gloves. When discussing or presenting champagne, Ken Gargett is often asked how long it can be kept...

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Champagne Taittinger Comtes Blanc de Blancs 2012: Not Just a Great Champagne, it's a Great Wine! - Quill & Pad

Ken Gargett thinks that the Champagne Taittinger Comtes Blanc de Blancs 2012 is not just a great blanc de blancs, nor a great champagne: it is a great wine. He rates it an impressive 98/100.

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Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque Blanc de Blancs 2012 Champagne: Simply Sensational! - Quill & Pad

The Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque Blanc de Blancs is the jewel of the collection – the quintessential expression of Chardonnay in the style of Maison Perrier-Jouët. And Ken Gargett thinks that the 2012 vintage is exceptional!

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Piper Heidsieck Hors-Serie 1982: A Sensational Champagne From A Sensational Vintage - Quill & Pad

The Piper Heidsieck Hors-Serie 1982 champagne is a superb champagne. There is no rush to drink it. The wine should continue to age well over the next decade, but that said, there is no reason not to enjoy it now. For Ken Gargett it rates, 96/100.

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Gosset Celebris 2008 Champagne: History And Tasting Notes - Quill & Pad

The style of Gosset champagnes tends to complex, richly flavored wines. Powerful Pinot components and the steel and elegance of fine Chardonnay. Ken Garett shares his thoughts on the 2088 vintage.

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Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame 2012: A Complete Champagne With Great Balance And Length - Quill & Pad

For Ken Gargett, the Veuve Clicquot 2012 La Grande Dame is a special champagne. It walks the tightrope between dense and coiled power with delicacy, finesse, and elegance. Great intensity, finally balanced acidity, early complexity, and it is still wonderfully youthful with a long future ahead...

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The Joy Of Champagne: Tasting Through Different Styles From Dom Pérignon And Others At A Champagne Extravaganza Lunch - Quill & Pad

Ken Gargett’s recent champagne extravaganza lunch might seem like an exercise in utter hedonism (and it pretty much was), but as an exercise in showing how versatile and how incredibly varied champagnes can be, it was a masterclass. Ken even compares the 1993 Dom Pérignon to itself!

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Charles Heidsieck: Champagne Charlie And Blanc Des Millénaires 2007 - Quill & Pad

Ken Gargett is delighted to see the Champagne Charlie make such an impressive return, but he prefers Charles Heidsieck's wonderful Blanc des Millénaires 2007 and here he explains why.

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Bollinger La Grande Année 2014 Champagne Highlights Just How Special The 2014 Vintage Can Be - Quill & Pad

We are seeing more and more releases of vintage and prestige cuvees from the great champagne producers. Latest cab off the ranks is the 2014 La Grande Année from Bollinger (and the Rosé from the same year). Ken Gargett tackles questions about it including: where does 2014 rank? Is it a...

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Laherte Frères: Grower Champagne Heaven - Quill & Pad

One of the great positives about Grower Champagne is that more and more stars continue to emerge. And one name that has been appearing on the radar more often is Laherte Frères. Ken Gargett takes a closer look and a few tastes.

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Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Rosé Champagne: As Thrilling As Its Siblings - Quill & Pad

Ken Gargett recently attended a wonderful Perrier-Jouët Belle Époque dinner at the Queensland Art Gallery with focus on the Rosé. At the dinner, however, the superb Belle Époque Blanc de Blancs and also the current-release Belle Époque, the 2013, were opened for tasting. Here he shares his...

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Charles Heidsieck Blanc des Millénaires 2006: Champagne Charlie Would Approve - Quill & Pad

In Ken Gargett's opinion, the Charles Heidsieck Blanc des Millénaires 2006 champagne is still quite exuberant and has a chalky/minerally backing with a little grip on the finish, entwined with a hint of bitter almonds. Ken would happily drink this any time he could as it is undoubtedly one of...

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Louis Roederer Cristal 2014: Does It Match All The Hype? - Quill & Pad

Ken Gargett has tasted several Louis Roederer Cristal vintages over recent years, but how did the recently disgorged wine fare in 2014? Could it match the 2012 or 2013? Read on to discover what Ken thinks of the Cristal 2014 and whether it can stand up to the hype.

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Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Blanc De Blancs 2006: The Quintessence Of Chardonnay With The Brilliance Of A Yellow Diamond - Quill & Pad

Hervé Deschamps has described the Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs as “the quintessence of Chardonnay with the brilliance and rarity of a yellow diamond.” Ken Gargett thinks it's hard to argue with that. Here he explains why and shares his experience with the 2006 vintage.

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Bollinger B13 Champagne: Not So Much 'No Time To Die' As 'A Great Wine To Drink' - Quill & Pad

Ken Gargett takes a look at the new Bollinger Blanc de Noirs one-off, the B13 from the (unusual) 2013 vintage. And decides that this is no shrinking violet and that no one is going to taste this and start thinking how delicate, how elegant. It is a big, bold, full-of-flavor champagne.

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[qaz]

Louis Roederer Cristal 2014: Does It Match All The Hype? - Quill & Pad

Ken Gargett has tasted several Louis Roederer Cristal vintages over recent years, but how did the recently disgorged wine fare in 2014? Could it match the 2012 or 2013? Read on to discover what Ken thinks of the Cristal 2014 and whether it can stand up to the hype.

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The Flavor of Luxury: What Does Cristal Taste Like?

The story of Champagne Louis Roederer's famous Cristal Champagne, with tasting notes and scores from recent vintages.

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[qaz]

the price-point for budget/value champagne now seems to have unfortunately moved from $40 to $60 - André Clouet is my pick/favourite:

• $50.66 @ Vintage Cellars after 20% off myColes, 10% off CELLARTEN, 2.5% Cashrewards - ends today

 

[qaz]

Gonet-Medeville - Top Grower Champagne From $68

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Wine Review Online - Champagne in the Time of Coronavirus

 

[qaz]

the price-point for budget/value champagne now seems to have unfortunately moved from $40 to $60 - André Clouet is my pick/favourite:

• Louis Armand 1er Cru Blanc de Blancs $48.84 @ Vivino direct after 10% off, 10.5% Cashrewards ($74 @ Randall's)

now $37.55 after 10% off, 8% ShopBack - 8 left

 

[qaz]

Bollinger RD 2008 Champagne: One of the Greatest Wines from a Sensational Vintage - Quill & Pad

Ken Gargett reports that the sensational Bollinger RD 2008 is a deep golden bronze colour. The immediate impression was two things. First, an impressive array of nutty notes. Hazelnuts certainly, but also walnuts and a touch of almond. Fuller than many, as one expects from Bolly, but the balance...

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[qaz]

FC 30% ShopBack finally tracked this morning (less GST).

Got text saying my LPR order is out of stock (in QLD).
FC offered VC Ponsardin 2012 as replacement, seems fair.

• 2012 Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin $87.44 @ Vintage Cellars after 5% myColes, 10% survey, 20%/$40 ShopBack - ends today - free delivery with $99 spend using VIPFREEDEL

 

[qaz]

• Laurent-Perrier Grand Siècle No. 24 $214.99 @ United Cellars after price-matching Drink Society's $264.99, $50 AmEx offer - ends today - 2 left

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle 24 NV

Laurent-Perrier Grand Siècle NV is an exceptional champagne that embodies elegance, craftsmanship, and the art of blending.Laurent-Perrier is a renowned champagne house with a rich history dating back to 1812. Their commitment to excellence and passion for crafting exceptional champagnes has...

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Uncovering the story behind Laurent-Perrier Grand Siècle Champagne

Simon Field MW pays a visit to Château de Louvois to better understand Laurent-Perrier's Grand Siècle Champagne

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[qaz]

• 2012 Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin $87.44 @ Vintage Cellars after 5% myColes, 10% survey, 20%/$40 ShopBack - ends today - free delivery with $99 spend using VIPFREEDEL

Cashrewards have 20% off wine (incl champagne) at Vintage Cellars up to $40. Today only, ends 11.59pm.

besides above:

• 2014 Louis Roederer Vintage Brut - $150 online, $112 in-store / $84.73 after 20% Cashrewards, refunding $38 difference at collection

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[qaz]

Laherte Frères: Grower Champagne Heaven - Quill & Pad

One of the great positives about Grower Champagne is that more and more stars continue to emerge. And one name that has been appearing on the radar more often is Laherte Frères. Ken Gargett takes a closer look and a few tastes.

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• Laherte Freres Blanc de Blancs $93.49 @ Best Cellars after 15% off any 6 selected French wines - ends 11.30pm tomorrow

Champagne Laherte-Freres Blanc De Blancs NV

Region: Champagne, FranceGrapes: ChardonnayFirst Glance: Mineral and bright grower ChampagneAcclaim: 93 Points Laherte-Freres have become a rather iconic producer on the "grower Champagne" scene that has really expanded in recent years, at least in terms of attention from the conscious...

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25% off selected wines at checkout @ Waters Wine (free delivery with $150 spend) - besides pinot noir and grenache:

• 2016 Laherte Freres Les Longues Voyes Blanc de Noirs (Pinot Noir) $135 - V(AG)94, WA(WK)93
• 2016 Laherte Freres Les Vignes d’Autrefois (Pinot Meunier) $135 - V(AG)95, WA(WK)92

Laherte Freres - Waters Wine Company

Wine Review Online - Beyond Brut: Expand Your Champagne Horizon

Wine Review Online - Champagnes to Usher in the New Year

You’ve never tasted luxury champagne like this

The cellar masters at two of France’s top champagne houses are usually locked in fierce competition. But there’s one thing they agree on.

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2008 Vintage Champagne Tasting: The Quercus Collective - Weinman on Wine

2008 Vintage Champagne Tasting: The Quercus Collective Barry Weinman: 10th June 2023 To celebrate the launch of The Quercus Collective, owners and Champagne aficionados Paul and Louise Avon-Smith hosted a tasting of twenty-one 2008 vintage champagnes. The Quercus Collective is a bespoke...

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Louis Roederer’s Collection Series is the Future of Champagne; However, Today Belongs to the Sensational 2015 Cristal - Quill & Pad

Ken Gargett thinks that the 2015 Cristal is a wine of purity. Wonderfully fresh, we have notes of white florals, citrus, honey and chalk. Gentle notes of stonefruit emerge, with a walnut backing, all held together by that line of salinity. This is layered and complex, a beautiful Cristal with...

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Billecart-Salmon: enduring history, evolving savoir faire, and six decades of Nicolas François

Since 1818, successive generations at Billecart-Salmon have maintained an ancestral obligation to quality. The 2008 Nicolas François marks the latest triumph in a series of robust releases.

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Ulysse Collin: Champagne supernova

Ulysse Collin has become one of the most talked about grower Champagnes going. Essi Avellan MW meets the man behind the brand, Olivier Collin

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[qaz]

$20 off $100 @ Sometimes Always with WNBKVV53XW22 - meant to expire 3pm AEST today (48hrs after email) but still works - delivered after $20 off:

• $110:

Taittinger - Prelude NV

The lovely brioche, toast and almonds makes this wine famous. From fruit selected exclusively from Grand Cru vineyards, equal parts Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and around 10g/l dosage. Vibrant gold, mineral-laced citrus and stone fruit. Dry and precise Champagne that never disappoints with a...

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• $95:

Vilmart - Grande Reserve NV

From organic Premier Cru vineyards, 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay lay the foundation for this very balanced, very gorgeous and rather gutsy Champagne from the Montagne de Reims. Lovely citrus, red and stone fruit meet respectable structure and little bubbles, while brioche and almonds hit...

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