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As the tiny bubbles burst, they expose aromas of mandarin orange and lime essences, with hints of intriguing smoke. The bubbles also give up a delicate yeasty brioche like smell that is quite nostalgic. In the mouth a fancy parade of apple, lemon and pear flavors cascade across the palate keeping step with a nuance [...]

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Looking for a few grower Champagne’s that won’t break the bank?  The inexpensive and reasonably priced farmer fizz below won’t disappoint! Pertois Moriset Mesnil Sur Oger Grand Cru Brut NV Liquid jolly rancher green apple, nice acidity Very Good | $37 | Buy it at Total Wine & More Bernard Bremont Ambonnay Grand Cru Brut [...]

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Limoux has a long history for making fizzy wines, which is said to date back as early as 1531. The appellation sits high in the valley of Aude near the Pyreneese Mountains, planted to 4300 acres and home to 41 unique communes with some of the oldest Chardonnay vines in the south of France. The [...]

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This cuvee of 35 different crus is the real deal. You would be hard pressed to find a better beverage for brunch at any price without moving up to small production grower Champagne. I mentioned brunch but this sparkler would work with almost anything. Hell I would have it with crispy cream donuts. That is [...]

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NV Taittinger Brut La Française Champagne This is the real deal. It’s not Sparkling Wine but actual Champagne from the Champagne region of France. Since 1932, this house in the heart of Reims has delivered an innovative style that conveys quality, elegance and freshness.  This is a medium-bodied cuvee with rich flavors of apple, lemon, [...]

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During a recent visit to Champagne, I met with proprietor Jean-Hervé Chiquet to taste through a great lineup of Jacquesson. Here are a few short mini reviews of some of the Champagne’s we tasted, all delicious and Enobytes approved. NV Jacquesson Brut Champagne Cuvée nº 734 The blend is composed of 54% Chardonnay, 20% Pinot [...]

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