Akarua Rose NV New Zealand Central Otago
Akarua Rose NV New Zealand Central OtagoAkarua Rose NV
TIrage / lees aging
Aged on lees in bottle following secondary fermentation for 18 months, riddled, disgorged, aged on cork for an additional minimum 3 mths before release.
Tasting note
Pretty red florals and strawberry perfume, with freshly baked baguette. Creamy mid palate and nuttiness from barrel fermentation, red fruits, complex autolytic toasted brioche notes and fine persistent bead. Lovely length and mouth filling richness balanced with bright acidity.
Andre Delorme Blanc de Blanc Cremant de Bourgogne Brut Blanc NV
Andre Delorme Blanc de Blanc Cremant de Bourgogne Brut Blanc NVAndre Delorme Blanc de Blanc Cremant de Bourgogne Brut Blanc NV. The Brut NV from Andre Delorme, made from premium Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, is a deliciously crisp, easy-drinking Sparkling White with stunning, Champagne-like qualities.
Andre Delorme is considered one of Burgundy’s most eminent wine houses, and that his Brut Nv Sparkling White has been exported all over the world is a testament to his knowledge and passion.
Incredibly affordable considering the quality of this fantastic French Sparkling, the Andre Delorme Brut Nv is a wonderful addition to any celebration.
Andre Jacquart Vertus Extra Brut Blanc de Blanc N.V
Andre Jacquart Vertus Extra Brut Blanc de Blanc N.VBrilliant pale gold, with a tight bead and persistent mousse. The chardonnay provides green pear apple and toasted bread on the nose, with distinct wet stone minerality. Lush creamy mousse upon entry, rich full and crisp, with warm toasty elements. Explosive aged Chardonnay elements, intense minerality and great depth of flavor. Length and persistence of Burgundian style Chardonnay in the finish. Regardless of whether a festive occasion, aperitif high class, or with dinner, this wine deserves to be enjoyed with delicate dishes such as a Sole “Meuniere,” steamed lobster, or halibut.
Asolo Prosecco DOCG Italy
Asolo Prosecco DOCG ItalyThe Asolo Prosecco DOCG is a white wine that has become very popular both in Italy and abroad, thanks to its drinkability and pleasantness of the bubbles combined with floral and fruity character. The production area is entirely in the province of Treviso, and more precisely in the Montello hill and the hills around Asolo. It is vinified from grapes Glera, a semi-aromatic variety, with the addition of other local grapes like Bianchetta, Perera and Verdiso. The most famous and popular version is the Prosecco sparkling wine, produced from base wines and sparkled in stainless steel tanks using the Martinotti-Charmat method, that allows to better express the typical floral and fruity notes. Prosecco is also produced in the still version. Important is the zoning of the vineyards that many manufacturers are also highlighting in the label with the words “Rive”. It indicates a particular vineyard that, thanks to its exposure and substrate, gives very high quality wines. The Asolo Prosecco is sold indicating the residual sugar in it. Beside the traditional “Extra-dry”, the versions “Dry” and the modern and international “Brut” are now popular. Wine Tasting Notes The sparkling Asolo Prosecco appears pale yellow with a fine and persistent perlage. The nose is intense with strong floral and fruity aromatic notes. The palate is pleasant, dry or slightly sweet (depending on the version), with a long finish.
Benoit Lahaye Brut Nature Grand Cru N.V
Benoit Lahaye Brut Nature Grand Cru N.VBenoît Lahaye’s Brut Nature highlights his chalk-streaked terroir surrounding the Grand Cru village of Bouzy. This Champagne is 90% Pinot Noir and 10% Chardonnay, 80% from Bouzy and 20% from Ambonnay, all grown on brown chalk; the vines are an average of 35-years-old. Lahaye’s Brut Nature is a fine example of the clarity one can achieve in non-dosage Champagne. Raspberries align with white rocks making this a fine selection for rich seafood dishes, such as lobster bisque.
Billecart Salmon Blanc de Blanc N.V
Billecart Salmon Blanc de Blanc N.VBillecart-Salmon Blanc de Blancs is a chardonnay-based cuvee produced from the five grand cru vineyards of the Cote des Blancs. It is a blend of two different years revealing the special quality of the chardonnay. It will surprise you with its pure intensity of dry fruits aromas, almonds, and fresh hazelnuts mixed with those of fruit. The creamy sensation of the bubble associated to aromas of buttered brioche and mineral aromas. Persistent finish with a fresh and elegant sweetness. Pairs perfectly with fine oysters, grilled fish and seafood or if you’re feeling extra fancy, caviar.
Billecart Salmon Brut NV
Billecart Salmon Brut NVBillecart Salmon Brut NV. Pale gold. Fresh peach, pear and nectarine on the nose, with a complicating note of white flowers. Fleshy, plush and ripe, with strong peach and ripe pear flavors in a more powerful and less restrained style than last year’s release. Firms up on the finish, picking up a mineral note and showing very good balance and length
Billecart Salmon Nicolas Francois 2002
Billecart Salmon Nicolas Francois 2002Billecart Salmon Nicolas Francois 2002 A hint of struck flint reduction makes way for the icy brightness of grapefruit zest, lemon, white peach, then the warmth of figs, and later, yellow summer fruits. A decade in the cellar has set down layers of toast and nuts, even wood spice. Refreshing acidity takes time to uncoil, and minerality rises slowly, super fine, confident and taut, surging on the finish in a cascade of chalk that lingers, undeterred, for minutes.
Billecart Salmon Sous Bois N.V
Billecart Salmon Sous Bois N.V‘Sous Bois’-being French for ‘under wood’ – is a nod back to the traditional past of Champagne when wines were fermented and aged in oak barrels. This method adds texture, weight and character to the wine and imparts a smoky, toastiness on the finish. Its Impressive, Rich and pinoty with smoky charcuterie, spice and almond aromas, some strawberry on palate. Soft and round; a magic wine and great with food.
