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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Savoury bready lovliness with a splash of summer berries, a fine mousse and a good long length. Try with raspberries when in a season and sprinkle with icing sugar to match. Produced organically.
$39.95
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4 1/2 stars cuisine and making waves in the wine trade by punching well above its weight. It's a soft, balanced fresh fizz that leaves a few of the big brands in its wake.
$18.95
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Produced by the Cloudy Bay team in Marlborough. Chardonnay is predominant, giving this wine a creamy texture and elegant finish. Ideal for aperitifs, or with seafood.
$39.95
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Assemblé is the first to use the new 'Méthode Marlborough' branding. Fresh and inviting with sophisticated toasty character, this bubbly will get the party started!
$32.95
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Fruity, floral notes of blossom, apple, pear and hints of ripe red berry fruits .Fresh lemon and appley complexity and a crisp, clean finish.
$23.95
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Be as surprised as we were at this classy, balanced, fresh NZ Bubbly at the right price. Bottle fermented and a minimum of 9 months on yeast lees to add great depth and complexity.
$15.95
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A balanced sparkling wine that's a cut above most of the green apple wonders at the same price. Great for parties,with seafood or at this price if the mood takes you, bathing in...
$16.95
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Spending 24 months on its lees rather than the usual 15 months, this is a toastier style with elegant citrus fruit, a slight creaminess and fine, soft bubbles.
$16.95
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Strawberry and Raspberry aromatics and flavours, a delicate structure and the beautiful pale pink colour. Adding to this is fresh melon and citrus characters, mid palate texture and fresh acidity.
$21.95
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