CHAMPAGNE/PROSECCO/SPKLG

Tim Atkin 91 points. Honey, white peach and hints of pineapple are complemented by savory notes of roasted almond and toasted brioche. A fine mousse and refreshing acidity provides a remarkably refreshing drinking experience. Chenin Blanc grapes are handpicked and harvested for freshness and acidity at between 19.5o and 20.5o Balling. Grapes are pre-cooled and then whole bunch-pressed with the juice allowed to settle naturally. Half of the wine is naturally fermented in stainless steel tank, with fermentation being stopped to retain a certain percentage of the grapes own sugar. The barrel fermented portion is allowed to ferment naturally to...

Tim Atkin 92 points. Chenin driven Cremant de Loire blend. Green-tinged, pale lemon yellow in colour with fresh gooseberry and cantaloup on the nose. The palate shows finesse and intensity, with a fine, perfectly integrated mousse of lime, pear drop and delicate vanilla notes. Zesty and fresh with a harmonious finish.  

Disgorged in October 2022, the 2013 Dom Pérignon is a charming and elegant vintage for this cuvée. It reveals complex aromas of buttery pastry, spices, citrus oil, almonds, honey and, with aeration, a touch of smoke. The palate is medium to full-bodied, perfectly balanced, with a chiseled and tightly wound profile. The long, cool growing season has brought freshness and a delicate earthy note to the finish. Drink 2022-2043. - Yohan Castaing, Wine Advocate. 95+.  

Grapes: 50% Meunier / 25% Chardonnay & 25% Pinot Noir Non Vintage with 45 to 80% of reserve wines Vinification: 100% Stainless Steel Malo-Lactic: Partial On order disgorgement: EXTRA BRUT (usually 2g but depends on the wine) Vineyards: Montagne de Reims, Chigny Les Roses, Ludes, Rilly, Taissy Soil: 70% Clay - 30% Limestone.

Winestate Magazine 95 points. Tyson Stelzer 93+. "With...thirty percent declassified premier cru fruit in the blend, this is as cracking as I have ever seen Brut 17. A pristine bouquet of vibrant lemons and strawberry hull opens out into a palate of fantastic, linear freshness with great persistence, a fine, creamy bead and refreshing minerality. An ideal aperitif style. This champagne ranks as among the best value small producer champagnes. Super elegant champagne style." TS.

Forbes Magazine ~ "The Best champagne you've never heard of." This delightful Rosé Champagne is sourced entirely from Premier Cru grapes. It has managed to climb a crowded ladder to become Gordon Ramsay's restaurants' best selling Rosé champagne, and scores higher with the critics than the big name champagne houses at half the price. Dumangin and Sons are a fifth generation premier Cru champagne grower and maker, now into their fourth century of production. Definitely one to try. Decanter (UK), Steven Spurrier ~ Best Sparkling Wine. Tyson Stelzer 93+ Points. "The producer's best selling wine...

Decanter Magazine ~ Top 50 Wines of the Year James Suckling ~ 95 Points ~ "Outstanding buy with a whopping nine years en tirage, this has a super contained set of complex aromas - toasty yeast notes, grilled almonds and red berries all packed in close and tight. The palate revolves around a core of concentrated lemon drop flavor, and acidity is a leading element, holding the finish well. Superfine and super fresh for the age. Drink now." Wine Spectator ~ 91 Points ~ "Fresh and lithe, this open-knit Champagne is lightly chalky in texture, with notes of white raspberry, piecrust, pickled ginger, and lemon zest. Disgorged July 7,...

Attractive, toasty aromas here with spiced biscuits and a very vibrant, fresh and fleshy feel to the palate. Super easygoing, fleshy white-peach and grapefruit palate. Nice finesse and balance here. Crisp, dry and even. Some cashew to close. Drink or hold. 92 points. Champagne Premier Cru. 46% Pinot Noir, 54% Chardonnay. Dosage 4.4g/L. Disgorged 1/8/2019. James Suckling - JamesSuckling.com. The proper 'growers' Champagnes from J. Dumangin Fils are attracting increasing interest as opposed to the heavily branded offerings of the Grandes Marques. This vintage Champagne is only released when Gilles Dumangin believes it is readily...