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Artéis Blanc de Blanc ’13
€ 99,30Arteis & Co. Blanc De Blancs 2013
Arteis may very well be the finest Champagne you have yet to discover. This boutique producer is crafting some exceptionally remarkable wines. These wines exhibit a powerful yet refined character, featuring vibrant citrus and green apple notes, complemented by subtle hints of almonds and brioche. It is indeed a superb bottle of sparkling wine.
2013 Vintage
Artéis & Co, emphasizing high-quality, artisanal vintage champagne, is the creation of Chef de Cave Fabien Gay (who has previously been associated with Perrier-Jouët and Mumm) and Jean-Philippe Diot, a grower from Vinay. Drawing upon their extensive experience and expertise, they sought to establish a project that honors expression and craftsmanship, rather than adhering to a conventional house style. Their goal is to produce world-class champagnes that can compete with those from the most esteemed houses, yet offer a fresher perspective at a more accessible price.
Brut Premier Regard Champagne
€ 37,15Very beautiful, pure Brut made from 40% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay, and 40% Pinot Meunier, mostly sourced from the slopes south of Epernay and complemented with reserve wines. This Champagne matures for at least 30 months on lees before disgorgement. An exceptionally fine Brut at an attractive price.
Champagne Blanc de Noirs “Extase”
€ 55,40Based in Vinay, southwest of Épernay, the Diot family has had Champagne vineyards for several generations, although they have always sold all of their grapes to the major Champagne companies until a few decades ago. Jean Diot chose to launch Champagne Jean Diot as his own label at the beginning of the 1960s. When Jean’s son Jean-Philippe succeeded his father in 1998, the estate began to advance significantly.
When his father had only produced a Brut and a Rosé at first, Jean-Philippe greatly broadened the selection to include an Extra Brut, Blanc de Blancs, Blanc de Noirs, and a fantastic vintage line of gastronomy wines called Artéis, in partnership with Fabien Gay. In addition, he made the necessary improvements to the estate itself. He rearranged
Champagne Brut Rosé “Crayons de Vigne”
€ 44,93The Diot family, based in Vinay (southwest of Épernay), has owned vineyards in Champagne for several centuries, but until a few decades ago always sold all the grapes to the big Champagne houses. In the early 1960s, Jean Diot decided to start his own label: Champagne Jean Diot. In 1998, Jean’s son Jean-Philippe took over from his father, and with that the estate started to make considerable progress.
Where his father had started with only a Brut and a Rosé, Jean-Philippe expanded the range considerably, with, among other things, an Extra Brut, a Blanc de Blancs and a Blanc de Noirs and a great gastronomic vintage line in collaboration with Fabien Gay: Artéis. He also implemented the necessary innovations on the estate itself. He reorganised the vineyards (the family owns some seven hectares directly surrounding the house, and another five spread across the southern hills of Épernay and the Vallée de la Marne), built a reception room, and installed a new vinification room, which houses the pressoir and cuverie.
Château Tour de Calens blanc, Graves
€ 15,50The Doublet family has been based in Bordeaux since the end of the 18th century and wine is their passion. Bernard and Dominique Doublet own Château Vignol in the heart of the Entre-Deux-Mers and Château Tour de Calens in the Graves, and their sons Alexandre and Jean-Thomas make wine at Château Saint-Ange in Saint-Émillion.
What is special about Château Vignol is that in the 18th century the estate was owned by none other than the political philosopher Montesquieu. Today the estate is particularly famous for the white Entre-Deux-Mers, but rosé, clairet and red wine are also made. The red Bordeaux is made from a classic red Bordeaux blend consisting mainly of Merlot with some Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. The wine is partly aged in steel and partly in oak, which gives the wine a firmer structure but retains its fruitiness.
Château Tour de Calens rouge, Graves
€ 15,50Wine is the Doublet family’s passion, and they have been based in Bordeaux since the end of the 18th century. Château Vignol in the Entre-Deux-Mers and Château Tour de Calens in the Graves are owned by Bernard and Dominique Doublet, while their sons Alexandre and Jean-Thomas are winemakers at Château Saint-Ange in Saint-Émillion. The estate was possessed by none other than the political philosopher Montesquieu in the 18th century, which makes Château Vignol unique.
The estate also produces red, rosé, and clairet wines, although today it is most known for its white Entre-Deux-Mers.
The traditional red Bordeaux mix, which is mostly composed of Merlot with small amounts of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, is used to make the red Bordeaux. A portion of the wine is matured in
Château Vignol “Cuvée Louisiane” blanc, Bordeaux
€ 10,59The Doublet family has been based in Bordeaux since the end of the 18th century and wine is their passion. Bernard and Dominique Doublet own Château Vignol in the heart of the Entre-Deux-Mers and Château Tour de Calens in the Graves, and their sons Alexandre and Jean-Thomas make wine at Château Saint-Ange in Saint-Émillion. What is special about Château Vignol is that in the 18th century the estate was owned by none other than the political philosopher Montesquieu.
Today the estate is particularly famous for the white Entre-Deux-Mers, but rosé, clairet and red wine are also made. The red Bordeaux is made from a classic red Bordeaux blend consisting mainly of Merlot with some Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. The wine is partly aged in steel and partly in oak, which gives the wine a firmer structure, but retains its fruitiness.
Château Vignol blanc, Entre-deux-Mers
€ 9,62The Doublet family has been based in Bordeaux since the end of the 18th century and wine is their passion. Bernard and Dominique Doublet own Château Vignol in the heart of the Entre-Deux-Mers and Château Tour de Calens in the Graves, and their sons Alexandre and Jean-Thomas make wine at Château Saint-Ange in Saint-Émillion. What is special about Château Vignol is that in the 18th century the estate was owned by none other than the political philosopher Montesquieu.
Today the estate is particularly famous for the white Entre-Deux-Mers, but rosé, clairet and red wine are also made. The red Bordeaux is made from a classic red Bordeaux blend consisting mainly of Merlot with some Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. The wine is partly aged in steel and partly in oak, which gives the wine a firmer structure, but retains its fruitiness.
Château Vignol Cuvée Louisiane Rouge 2020
€ 10,59Château Vignol has been in the possession of the Doublet family since the end of the 18th century. Bernard and Dominique Doublet are the current owners of Château Vignol, which is located in the heart of the Entre-Deux-Mers, about 15 kilometres from Saint Emilion.
The vineyards, 7 hectares in total, are planted with 15-year-old vines. The soil here consists of limestone with a top layer of gravel.
Château Vignol rouge, Bordeaux
€ 9,60Fresh red fruit and some spice on the nose. Also fruity on the palate, with light tannins and a spicy finish. This wine pairs well with classic meat dishes.
Magie Blanche
€ 45,36The grapes are grown 100% in the Coteaux Sud d’Epernay, in the Marne department, south west of Epernay. The harvest takes place manually with separation of the different parcels. During the pressing, the juices are separated. Alcoholic fermentation takes place in stainless steel containers. Refermented in the bottle for a minimum period of 36 months. Dosage 8.5 grams per liter