Despite what the French may tell you, 'Champagne' wine was not invented by the famed monk Dom Pérignon - it was the English! It is largely thanks to 17th-century scientist Christopher Merrit and the superior glass production techniques in England that we have champagne today; though the myth of Perignon stuck better than the truth, and his name is now associated with the prestige cuvee of Moet & Chandon. Now 'Champagne' can refer only to sparkling wine of a certain style, produced in the Champagne region. But while it's the most famous type, don't overlook the extraordinary range of other sparkling wines available, like prosecco and methode traditionelle.
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With its inviting aromas of butter, toasted rosemary, almond, and lemon zest, a palate that offers buttery croissant, hints of apple and pear, and a finish enriched with flint and ginger spice, it provides a luxurious and memorable tasting experience. The effervescence adds a touch of liveliness, further enhancing the wine's charm.
$54.95
Bottle
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Notes of fresh fruit (red and black cherry, red plum and hints of red apple) are complemented by notes of biscuit and brioche. Soft and full palate of red fruits is balance with a backbone of acidity. The wine has a pure fullness of goodness, with an attractive structured toasty finish.
$57.95
Each
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Awatere River Méthode Traditionnelle NV is a classic sparkling wine made by the traditional bottle fermentation method. Showing citrus, apple, red berry and toasty aromas with exuberance, elegance and the complexity expected of a fine sparkling wine.
$24.95
Each
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Hues of peach and salmon in the glass, the nose opens to wonderful delicate aromas of peach, baked apple and fresh raspberry notes. The scrumptious palate of wild strawberry and cream is augmented by the fine mousse releasing shortbread flavours that leads to a refreshing, refined and salivating finish. Delicious and dry.
$44.95
Each
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Clean and crisp flavours with delicious lemon and green apple freshness, subtle minerality, delicate notes of freshly baked bread, the palate is creamy and keeps giving, as it has many layers of complexity.
$34.95
Each
