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Greyfriars Vineyard

By Glass of Bubbly / 4th April 2014

Greyfriars Vineyard is located in one of Surrey’s most scenic locations, on the Hog’s Back , Puttenham , just outside Guildford, Surrey.  Mike and Hilary Wagstaff , who took over in late 2010, released their first vintage, a 2011 Sparkling Rosé Reserve, in September 2013 from new vines planted in 2011, with an ambition to produce…

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Champagne Moutard

Champagne Moutard

By Glass of Bubbly / 4th April 2014

Generations of winemakers since the 17th century. Since 1980, Champagne Moutard has been run by Veroniqe, Francois and Agnes Moutard. Making wine for several generations, producing a range of Champagnes from our own grapes and from grapes purchased from our vine-growing friends. Francois Moutard has been able to give a new lease of life to…

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The Range of Champagne Gimonnet

The Range of Champagne Gimonnet

By Glass of Bubbly / 3rd April 2014

Over the last 3 generations, Champagne Gimonnet have refined the Gimonnet style, creating a marriage of expressions between the Chardonnay grape and the unique terroir of their wonderful Cuis Premier Cru, Cramant and Chouilly Grand Cru vineyards. Millésime de Collection, Special Club 2002 The 2002 is notable for its rich, creamy textured, remarkable depth and super-finessed texture.…

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Champagne Gratiot-Pillière

Champagne Gratiot-Pillière

By Glass of Bubbly / 3rd April 2014

The family’s focus has always been on quality, authenticity and value above all else; the outstanding champagnes that they produce reflect their commitment, knowledge and passion. Gratiot-Pillière Brut Tradition NV Golden in colour. Soft white peach and yellow plum aromas. Mouthfilling and rich on the palate with fleshy fruit flavours of pear and white peach,…

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Gratiot Pillière

Gratiot Pillière

By Glass of Bubbly / 3rd April 2014

With winemaking traditions handed down over the past five generations, the inherited skill and wisdom have guaranteed the nurturing of each and every vine to produce only the finest quality grapes. With an annual production of only 150-180,000 bottles, they are a boutique family-owned and -run Champagne House with a long history dating back to…

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The Range of Champagne Gimonnet

Champagne Gimonnet

By Glass of Bubbly / 3rd April 2014

Champagne Pierre Gimonnet et Fils is a rare phenomenon in Champagne with 25 hectares of vines planted exclusively with Chardonnay, from which they produce refined Blanc de Blancs cuvées of distinction. Over the last 3 generations, they have refined the Gimonnet style, creating a marriage of expressions between the Chardonnay grape and the unique terroir…

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Range of Champagne from Cattier

Range of Champagne from Cattier

By Glass of Bubbly / 3rd April 2014

Cattier, an independent family house in the Montagne de Reims produces exceptional quality from some of the finest vineyards in Champagne. Brut Absolu 45% Pinot Noir 25% Pinot Meunier 30% Chardonnay Nil Dosage A golden yellow colour. The nose is dominated by apple, peach, apricots and tropical fruit aromas. Brioche bread notes with a hint of…

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Champagne Cattier

Champagne Cattier

By Glass of Bubbly / 3rd April 2014

The Cattier family has owned the vineyards since 1763. From 1918 it began making its own Champagnes and selling them under the family name. Champagne Cattier is situated in Chigny les Roses, a charming village at the heart of the ancient Champagne region, between Reims and Epernay. Its vineyards cover over 30 hectares of the…

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Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque

Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque

By Glass of Bubbly / 2nd April 2014

In 1902 Emile Gallé, master glassmaker from the famed school in Nancy and ‘Art Nouveau’ exponent, was called upon to design the decoration for 4 magnums of Perrier-Jouët Champagne. He conceived a floral design of anemones outlined in gold, as if describing the floral notes, sheer perfection and richness of Chardonnay wines from Cramant. The bottle languished in a cupboard in Cellar master André…

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