Champagne and Sparkling

Famously delicate and sexy pink At the March 2022 Taste Champagne (300 wines) I have to say this stood out as one of the most delicious "drinking Champagnes" on show - and there were some very Showy wines on show that day. A huge success for us, easy to forget just how gorgeous it is - firstly it is so very savoury, forget the cherry fruits, it's more like Xmas cake, rhubarb, forest floor, nettle and nutmeg. When the glass is empty the aromas persist. This is Grand stuff, the stuff of deluxe cuvee, truly epic. And a dinner wine too. A cunning counsel for you - don't serve it too cold, err on the cellar-temperature side. March 2022. Of course the whole Billecart range is exceptional and impressive but the 'basic NV is a STEAL! Seriously, super-tight with Silex and citrus, grippy and bracing. On best-ever form.

A Pinot-dominated special edition from our old friends Autreau, a family firm since 1670 in Premier Cru village of Champillon just north of Epernay

Family firm since 1670 in Premier Cru village of Champillon just north of Epernay. 100% black grapes. Delicate and fresh, nutty, lively mousse. Perfect House Champagne.

Slight copper hue, spicy, ripe fruit, crème brulée, full-flavoured but delicate & charming. Fine persistent mousse. Totally enjoyable and quite typical of the black-grape dominated Montagne de Reims style.

Classically made Champagne with grapes sourced from Premier Cru vineyards in the Marne Valley, a blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the Côtes des Blanc. This wine spends 3 years ageing prior to disgorgement. Top quality Premier Cru Champagne with full flavoured intense developed citrus and floral aromas.

green-apple crisp, serious Grand Cru

Mature and complex NV The nose has maturity with a touch of floral freshness for this cuvée, which expresses aromas of fresh fruit and ripe pears. A full and precise flavour followed by a fine freshness and a rich bouquet bear witness to the ageing of this cuvée in the House’s traditional cellars.

Famously delicate and sexy pink In a convenient half-bottle size.

Properly serious food wine, a Michelin-star classic! Parker 92 Aromas of almond paste, green orchard fruit, citrus oil and pastry cream introduce the latest example of Billecart's NV Brut Sous Bois, a bottling that's based on the 2009 vintage. The oak influence is much less pronounced than was the case with some of the early renditions of this cuvée, and it's really going from strength to strength, revealing a medium to full-bodied palate that's broad-shoulder and structured, with lively underpinning acids. Jancis 17/20 This new cuvee is all vinified in oak but hasn't a hint of obvious oak on the nose. Lovely quality of fizz. Brooding and intense. There is marked density here and excellent balance and persistence. As usual, we are not told on the back label how old this blend may be, just that it is 'respectfully composed' of the three Champagne varieties. But it's impressive wine and I suspect it will not be cheap. Recommended. Edge of green on the nose here. Steady bead. Really quite rich and intense. Quite a meaty nose – but then food smells are coming in from the 67 Pall Mall kitchen! Mathieu Billecart suggests Tete des Moines or Comté as a food match or mushroom risotto ‘but the mushrooms have to be in season’. Lots of impact. I agree with Alistair Cooper MW, as below. "baby brother to Clos St-Hilaire" (only £300 cheaper!!!). I've always loved Sous Bois but the current release sees it "on fine mid-season form" as Bertie Wooster might say. Tasting it recently (March 2022) was like a flashback to a recent tasting at Krug. This is a wine certainly head and shoulders above its status and price. Billecart launched it with ambition, and they have over-delivered. Utterly charming. jancisrobonson.com 17+ "A baby brother to Clos St-Hilaire, 100% barrel-fermented. One-third of each variety from selected parcels – older, lower-yielding parcels tend to be chosen for the Sous Bois. 52% grand cru grapes, 16% premier cru (across the whole portfolio; their Meunier isn’t grand or premier cru). One-third reserve wine. Malo blocked. Long lees-ageing (6–7 years). Slightly oxidative style – the most oxidative they make. A richer mouthfeel as well as real bite. A savoury and yeasty note on the nose – almost slight Marmite (yeast extract). The oak is very well integrated and just frames the wine – the subtle note of spice comes in on the finish – slightly cedary note? (AC)"

Special Cuvée is composed of over 85% Grand and Premier crus of the three main Champagne varieties: 60% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay and 15% Meunier. It is cellar aged for twice as long as required by appellation regulations with only a moderately dosage or between 7 and 8 grams per litre, to keep it as taught and crisp as possible. A golden colour with very fine bubbles. There is a beautiful aromatic complexity with ripe fruit and spicy aromas; hints of roasted apples, compote and peaches. A subtle combination of structure, length and vivacity; bubbles like velvet; pear, brioche and spicy aromas, notes of fresh walnut.

The Bollinger family acquired majority ownership in 1973, they invested in the estate, adding to vineyard holdings. The wines are aged on the lees for a minimum of 24 months. Cab franc, Chardonnay and Chenin Blanc, complex notes of vanilla and honeysuckle. A fine mouse with vibrant and refreshing citrus notes.

Entirely handpicked in the morning, cooled and directly pressed and fermented separately in stainless steel. Pinot Noir macerated briefly to give light salmon color.Second fermentation in bottle for 18 months in temperature controlled cellars.

Entirely handpicked in the morning, cooled and directly pressed and fermented separately in stainless steel. Pinot Noir macerated briefly to give light salmon color.Second fermentation in bottle for 18 months in temperature controlled cellars.

THE NOSE The nose is full and varied, mingling flowers with fruit, and the vegetal with the mineral. The bouquet is tactile, subtly enticing us along a trail of powdery white flowers and nectareous apricot, followed by the freshness of rhubarb and mint and the minerality of ash. White pepper. THE PALATE Energy dominates on the palate. After a welcoming opening, the wine quickly becomes vibrant and then literally explodes with a surge of effervescence and tonicity. Focused by acidic and bitter notes, the finish brings a penetrating tautness marked by ginger, tobacco and toasted accents. PLEASE NOTE: We call this one 'naked' because it doesn't come with the jazzy gift box shown in the image.It's just a a bottle of gorgeous fizz on its own.

This one of a kind Champagne comes from the family's own vineyard in Cumieres. It has zero dosage and shows the ripe expression of this extremely fine Pinot Noir vineyard in Cumieres. The wrapping paper shows a map of the Cumieres vineyards, indiciating who owns which plots.

An elegant, expressive and distinct Margaret River Blanc de Blancs.

This fifth wine highlights Pinot Noir from Verzenay, Ambonnay, Aÿ, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ and Verzy. The vast majority of the grapes used in the vinification process are sourced from a radius of 20 km around Epernay for a total area of 300 hectares in over 40 crus of the Champagne region. On the eye: The magic of a terroir mixed with ancestral know-how, reveals a sublime golden yellow hue, underlined by intensely golden reflections. Graceful effervescence of a fine bubble softened by the patina of a precise breeding. On the nose: Noble and racy expression. With the olfactory impact of a great elegant vinous complexity (sandy biscuits, floral fragrances and white truffle). A refined blossoming highlighting the sparkling concentrations of ripe and intense fruit (nuts, sweet spices and roasted mango). On the palate: The ample and fusional texture, with hints of citrus fruit flesh and pears in syrup (iodine notes, mandarin pulp), emerges against a base note of panettone. With a richness bursting with flavors (puffed buckwheat and licorice wood). The wine is carried by a bewitching and expressive charm at the same time, where its generosity carries the finish towards deliciously chalky minerality. TECHNICAL INFORMATION Varietals: 100% Pinot Noir Appellation: Verzenay, Ambonnay, Aÿ, Mareuil-sur-Aÿ and Verzy.

What could be better than a bottle England's finest Fizz? A Magnum! Even yet better still: A Magnum at a crazy price, only £70 (Xmas 2022) - a splendidly small price for an impressive serving of sparkling joy. First and still best: the English sparkling wine that put English sparkling wine on the map. Jancis Robinson OBE MW. 17.5/20 "Very frisky mousse! Sophisticated and, I have to admit, champagne-like nose. Lifted and long and very sophisticated. There are just SO many champagnes that are less impressive than this... intellectually stimulating. Wonderfully vibrant..."

This cuvée was named in tribute to Louis, Elisabeth Salmon’s brother, who was passionate about oenology and highly involved in winemaking from the earliest creation of the House. Originating from the best parcels of the Côte des Blancs, the Blanc de Blancs vintage is endowed with purity and minerality. Its appearance is crystal-clear pale-gold colour with delicate glints marked by shades of yellow and green. A persistent and sparkling effervescence. On the nose the first expression is distinctive for its elegant patina that’s nutty and complex, with flesh and pulp of citrus fruits (mandarin, yuzu, and pear in syrup). An aromatic profile of distinguished and sophisticated purity and a chalky, balanced and crystalline character (fresh honey and raw butter). An undeniable floral charm. On the palette, A creamy sensation in the mouth with a beautifully chiselled finesse. Beautiful and refreshing balance of natural flavours(marzipan, flaky brioche, white fruits and white pepper). This powerful, soaring winewith majestic typicity prolongs its finish towards an aromatic persistence of incredible length (cardamom, fresh mango and lemon caviar).

Absolutlely divine pet nat from Gramiller. So fine, fruity and fresh. Elegant. 95% Clairette Brut, sown with 5% Syrah which gives it aromas of small red fruits and so much more. An outstanding effort.

Traditional method sparkling wine made from Macabeo, Xarel·lo and Parellada grapes aged for 15 months before disgorgement. Rich, fruity, and balanced.

A selection of 1 Sparkling Wine, 2 Whites, 2 Reds and 1 Dessert wine for the perfect Christmas. Rest assured this selection will please everyone in the family. 1x Jansz Premium Cuvée NV Brut Tasmania You could buy Champagne from France this Christmas or you could get the same style of wine from Tasmania. Perfect aperitif and party wine! 1x Assyrtiko Voila 2022 Lyrarakis, Crete Greece’s answer to Chablis, crisp, minerally, and delicate. Fish for starters? Smoked Salmon & Caviar? Pop this open! 1x Vondeling Babiana 2022 Voor-Paardeberg Chenin Blanc, Viognier and Rousanne are a match made in heaven. Throw in a good chunk of oak and butter and you have a proper mouthful of wine. South Africa’s best! 1x Etna Rosso 2021 Masseria Setteporte The Groovy Jazz version of Pinot Noir. Loveable rustic style but seriously sexy wine. 1x Clos de Gat Har'el Syrah 2020, Judean Hills Israel Forget the Rhone Valley and the Barossa Valley – our best Syrah is from Israel! Made high in the Judean Hills these beautiful grapes make a luscious fruit forward wine with a lick of posh oak. 1x Jurancon Doux Grappe d'Or 2019, Montesquiou Freres Loads rich apricot and peach flavours, as well as serious sweetness from 120grams+ residual sugar. Balanced with cracking acidity. Love it

A selection of 1 Sparkling Wine, 2 Whites, 2 Reds and 1 Dessert wine for the perfect Christmas. Rest assured this selection will please everyone in the family. 1x Charles Heidsieck Brut Reserve NV Our favourite Grand Marque champagne, punches well above its weight alongside the more well known names. Great body and length of finish. 1x Greywacke Sauvignon Blanc 2023 Marlborough From the founder of Cloudy Bay, this crisp, fruit led, dry New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc is as good as it gets! 1x Saint-Aubin Blanc 'Le Ban' 2020, Dom. Henri Prudhon Well known as the ‘other village’. It is midway in style between the ultra crisp and perfumed Puligny Montrachet & the nutty / buttery Meursault. It’s also half the price. 1x Moorooduc Pinot Noir 2019 Mornington Peninsula Beautiful aroma of delicate strawberry, cherry & cranberry. Perfectly balanced acidity holds the flavours well. 1x Vina Bosconia Rioja Reserva 2011 Lopez de Heredia If you like wine with age, you shouldn’t look any further than Lopez de Heredia. This Tempranillo has changed from a fruit led wine to a subtle, savoury masterpiece. 1x Vin Santo del Chianti Classico 2017 La Vigna di San Martino ad Argiano If you find a better sweet wine, we would be amazed. Fruity, spicy, sweet, incredible finish.

The 2018 vintage of a classic English Champagne-type sparkling wine from Dorset's Furleigh. This offers enticing notes of apples and freshly baked bread. And Kyran has requested this so he has got to sell it !!