December 13, 2016
The Growers’ Revolution
Champagne has evolved into three distinct types of producer - The négociant houses, (26 of which are Grand Marques),…
December 11, 2016
#1: 2002 Billecart-Salmon Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart Brut
In 1999, the Nicolas François Billecart 1959 vintage was voted the “Champagne of the Millennium,” - The '61 came…
December 10, 2016
#2: 2006 Billecart-Salmon Cuvée Elisabeth Salmon Brut Rosé
Named for the Grandam of this Maison - This wine embodies the essence of feminine poise and elegance. Held for 10 years…
December 10, 2016
Maison Cattier: Les Coutumes Familliales
At 6 Rue Dom Perignon, Chigny-Les-Roses you'll find Cattier. A small family owned Maison boasting some of the deepest…
December 9, 2016
#3: NV Armand de Brignac “Ace of Spades” Gold Brut
Touted as the most expensive Champagne and available in the infamous 30l 'Midas' bottle - this bad boy is worthy of…
December 8, 2016
#4: NV Cattier Clos du Moulin Brut Premier Cru
This Maison predates the French Revolution. Their pedigree highlights this elegant expression of the Clos du Moulin -…
December 8, 2016
Is Jay Z’s Champagne Any Good?
Jay Z and Champagne seem almost as synonymous as hip hop and gold chains. So it makes complete sense for a mogul such…
December 7, 2016
#5: NV Billecart-Salmon Brut Rosé
This is the ultimate Rosé Champagne. Billecart-Salmon is the one of only four 10/10 Maisons from Tyson Stelzer, rubbing…
December 6, 2016
#6: 2009 Larmandier-Bernier Terre de Vertus Premier Cru
This 100% chardonnay, single vintage, single terroir masterpiece captures the essence of spring in Vertus.
December 6, 2016
Maison Billecart-Salmon: A Love Affair
Nicolas-François Billecart met Elisabeth Salmon in 1818. They fell in love. They were soon married. For their wedding…