The 1953 vintage in Champagne was exceptional, producing wines of remarkable quality and longevity. This year is widely regarded as one of the excellent vintages of the mid-20th century, characterized by ripe, concentrated fruit and exceptional balance and harmony. The growing conditions were favorable, resulting in a blend with extraordinary qualities. For instance, Dom Perignon's 1953 vintage is known for its richness and expressiveness, showcasing notes of brioche, butter, toast, and dried fruits, with a honeyed finish and mineral undertones. The vintage's success is further evidenced by its ability to age well, with well-cellared examples still capable of impressing wine...

Ruinart was established in 1729 and was the very first established house of Champagne. They only make a handful of cuvees which are the Blanc de Blancs and Rose which are both available in NV and Millesime, in which the Millesime are only created in the best harvests. The essence of all their cuvees, their Champagnes are made entirely with Chardonnay Grand Cru that are carefully harvested on different terroirs from the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims vineyards to offer complementary characteristics. It is at the heart of the cellars of Maison Ruinart that these prestige bottles are slowly aged, for an average...

Champagne Boërl & Kroff was created by two friends Patrick Sabaté and Stéphane Sésé and debuted with the release of their 1995 vintage. The champagne house was previously run by the De Gaulle family who produced Champagne Drappier, the house that used to provide for King Louis XVI and a favorite of General Charles de Gaulle, and in December 2019, Stéphane Sésé solely took the reins. All Boërl & Kroff cuvees are produced following traditional vinification methods using only quality ingredients and only in a good vintage. The wines are made with the assistance of Michel Drappier. The Boërl & Kroff vintage wines are aged for a...

In the heart of Champagne's prestigious Côte des Blancs, a dynamic duo is crafting liquid poetry that's sending ripples through the wine world. Champagne La Rogerie, helmed by the young and audacious couple Justine Boxler and François Petit, is at the forefront of the grower champagne revolution.François Petit's journey is a tale of destiny intertwined with the chalky soils of Avize. Born and raised in this Grand Cru village, Petit honed his craft under the tutelage of the legendary Anselme Selosse, a pioneer in terroir-driven champagne. This apprenticeship would prove instrumental in shaping La Rogerie's philosophy. Among La Rogerie's stellar lineup,...

Ruinart was established in 1729 and was the very first established house of Champagne. They only make a handful of cuvees which are the Blanc de Blancs and Rose which are both available in NV and Millesime, in which the Millesime are only created in the best harvests. The essence of all their cuvees, their Champagnes are made entirely with Chardonnay Grand Cru that are carefully harvested on different terroirs from the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims vineyards to offer complementary characteristics. It is at the heart of the cellars of Maison Ruinart that these prestige bottles are slowly aged, for an average...