Wine
Agrapart NV Terroirs Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Champagne
Lemon, green apple and white flowers open with clarity, followed by a fine chalky note. The palate is taut and energetic, with precise bubbles and bright acidity carrying the citrus fruit into a long, saline finish. Pure and focused rather than austere, it is an elegant match for oysters, shellfish, gougères or simply prepared fish.
Agrapart NV 7 Crus Extra Brut Champagne
Fresh and finely chiselled, with lime zest, green apple and lemon framed by chalk, white flowers and a subtle pastry note. The palate is silky and linear, its fine mousse carrying bright citrus and mineral tension into a clean, saline finish. Precise rather than showy, it is a natural match for oysters, shellfish, gougères or simply prepared fish.
Bauchet 2012 Saint-Nicaise Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Champagne Magnum
White flowers, lemongrass and white stone fruit open with a mature, quietly savoury edge. Fine, chiselled bubbles carry the palate, where freshness balances gentle notes of woodland and fresh mushroom. The texture is composed and persistent rather than showy, finishing clean and dry. Serve with roast poultry, mushroom dishes, scallops or aged Comté.
Voirin-Jumel NV Les Carelles Premier Cru Blanc de Noirs Champagne
Yellow plum and ripe orchard fruit lead with a light chalky salinity. The palate is generous but lifted, with fine mousse, lively acidity and a gentle creamy texture. A subtle savoury grip brings definition to the fresh, lightly gourmand finish. Serve well chilled with roast poultry, mushroom tart or aged hard cheese.
Piper-Heidsieck NV Rosé Sauvage Brut Champagne
Blood orange, wild strawberry and cranberry lead a vivid, fruit-forward nose, with black cherry and a quiet layer of toasted brioche underneath. The palate is generous but brisk, combining ripe red fruit with grapefruit lift and fine, lively bubbles. Rich in flavour without feeling heavy, it finishes fresh and tangy. Serve with salmon, duck, charcuterie or a berry-accented dessert.
Fleury Cuvée 30 Ans de Biodynamie Extra Brut Champagne
Ripe orchard fruit and peach open with a gently oxidative, oak-shaped depth. The palate is full yet finely drawn, balancing mature fruit with chalky tension and a dry, energetic line. Extended lees ageing adds texture without blunting freshness, while the blend’s three varieties contribute breadth and lift. The finish is long, pure and savoury, leaving citrus, stone fruit and a quiet mineral impression.
Nathalie Falmet NV Le Val Cornet Brut Champagne
Bruno Paillard 1996 Assemblage Champagne
Ripe citrus peel, green apple and pear meet gingerbread, toasted brioche, candied fruit and a gentle nutty note. The palate is ample and softly textured, yet a firm mineral line and lively acidity preserve clarity. Fine bubbles carry citrus and orchard fruit through a long, clean finish. Serve with roast scallops, aged Comté or poultry.
Stéphane Regnault NV Lydien No. 29 Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Champagne
Open and energetic, this expressive Blanc de Blancs places pure Chardonnay character over a firm chalk foundation. The palate is dry and precise, with measured breadth from extended lees ageing and a clear mineral line from the south-facing Grand Cru site. Extra Brut restraint keeps the finish focused, vivid and composed.
Voirin Jumel NV Rosé de Saignée Brut Champagne
Deeply coloured and vinous, this rosé Champagne opens with strawberry, raspberry and redcurrant, followed by pink grapefruit, spice and a gentle floral lift. The palate is dry and energetic, with fine mousse, bright acidity and a lightly phenolic grip giving the generous fruit definition. Chalky freshness carries a complex, savoury finish. Serve with duck, charcuterie, tuna or mushroom dishes.
Louis Roederer 2009 Brut Nature Philippe Starck Champagne
Yellow with light amber glints and exceptionally fine bubbles, opening on honeysuckle, broom, peach and roasted hazelnut. Citrus, spice and chestnut cream add depth to the ample, creamy palate. Saline freshness keeps the texture light and airy, while zesty bitterness, pepper and delicate oak linger through the poised finish.
Bruno Paillard 2009 Assemblage Champagne
Candied citrus, kiwi and fresh lemon lead a bright, focused bouquet, with white fruit, ginger and a gentle brioche note adding depth. Low dosage keeps the palate taut and precise, while fine bubbles and a chalky mineral line carry the flavours cleanly. Serve well chilled with oysters, sashimi or gougères.
La Rogerie NV La Grande Vie Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Champagne
Deep, rich and elegant, this old-vine Blanc de Blancs balances generous Chardonnay texture with Avize's firm chalk backbone. Extended lees ageing brings measured breadth and quiet savoury complexity, while Extra Brut dosage keeps the palate dry and focused. Fine mineral tension carries the layered fruit through a clear, poised and persistent finish.
La Rogerie 2015 Héroïne Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut Champagne
Pale gold with fine, persistent bubbles, opening on white peach, lemon curd, toasted brioche and white flowers. The palate is rounded and creamy, layering Golden Delicious apple, wet stone and chalk over excellent natural acidity. Salinity and soft umami shape the smooth, bone-dry finish, with gentle apple-skin bitterness adding definition.
A-F Gros 2018/19/20 Pommard 1Er Arvelets
The Pommard 1er Cru Les Arvelets is Pinot Noir from a small plot. Hand harvested grapes are brought back to the cellar in less than 10 minutes. The vinification takes place in enamelled concrete vats and wooden vats. Cold maceration is carried out for approximately 3 to 5 days with a soft pump over. The wood for the oak barrels comes mainly from the forests of Chatillonais and Fontainebleau. This wine is aged on average 18 months, with 65% new barrels. Drink now through 2030.
Lorgeril 2023 L’Orangeraie Rosé 3 L Box
Pale, dry and lively, with strawberry, raspberry and pink grapefruit lifted by a light floral note. The palate is crisp and easy-moving, bringing juicy red fruit, fresh citrus and a clean mineral edge to a refreshing finish. Three litres make this rosé an easy favourite to keep ready for your patio, picnic or casual gathering; serve well chilled with salads, grilled salmon or Mediterranean vegetables.
Domaine de Villalin 2023 Quincy Cuvee Tradition
Lemon and grapefruit lead a bright, aromatic profile, joined by acacia, white flowers and a gentle peppery lift. The palate is smooth and lightly textured, with fresh citrus carrying through a clean, energetic finish. Its balance of fruit and freshness makes it easy at the table. Serve well chilled with oysters, goat cheese, grilled fish or simply prepared green vegetables.
Fauvin 2019/22 Chenas Tradition
Coquard Le Coq Beaujolais
A bright, gently tannic Beaujolais with wild raspberry, red cherry and a touch of blackcurrant. The palate is light to medium in body, with fresh acidity and a quiet mineral note keeping the fruit precise. Serve it slightly cool as an aperitif or alongside roast chicken, pâté, mushrooms and other dishes that suit Gamay’s lively, savoury side.
Coquard 2019 Julienas ‘Jules Cesar’
A layered French red with crushed pomegranate, orange zest and red tea, lifted by a soft waft of vanilla. The palate is medium-bodied, with tight, fine-grained tannins giving shape to the aromatic fruit and a flavourful finish. Give it a little air, then serve with roast poultry, grilled pork, mushrooms or gently spiced charcuterie.