Salon is undoubtedly considered to be the top echelon of Champagne by many wine connoisseurs around the world, yet it is so rare that not many people have had the chance to taste this quintessential Champagne. A tiny house on the Cote des Blanc, they make just only one Cuvee with 100% of its Chardonnay grapes coming from the Grand Cru-class Le Mesnil vineyard in Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, and is only made in the best vintages (the other vintages go into Champagne Delamotte); and is aged for relatively longer periods of up to a decade in the bottle before they are released! Before...

Henri Magnien et Fils is a small family estate that was established back in 1987 but there are traces of vines being grown in the family since 1700. They are located at the top of Gevrey-Chambertin and at the foot of the hill of the famed Premier Cru Cazetiers in Côte de Nuits. Though only 6 hectares, they own a number of fantastic Premier Cru parcels in Gevrey including Lavaux St-Jacques, Estournelles St-Jacques, Les Cazetiers and Les Champeaux. Given the use of grapes from vines planted as early as 1915, they have very low yield across the board but make exceptional wines....

Didier Dagueneau started his journey in wine from 1982 by acquiring his parcel of vineyard in Loire. The vineyards are located in Saint Landelin in the Nievre and Didier developed himself as a legendary winegrower in Loire valley. His mentor was Henri Jayer, in the vineyards the yields are kept extremely low, little amount of sulfur is applied and the wines are aged on lees for several months and are not racked to retain crystal-clear color. Also, he decided to age his Sauvignon Blanc in barrels which was uncommon at early age to add power and structure to the wine...

Jacques Selosse is one of the best growers and most influential winemakers in Champagne with all Grand Cru holdings in Avize, Cramant and Oger, making a fantastic range of champagnes in their usual styles and lieux-dits. He believes in low yields, organic viticulture and terroir, and over the years, he has grown a strong following from Champagne drinkers all around the world and has inspired many young producers with his winemaking philosophy. Wine critics have never been shy to express their appreciation for Anselme Selosse -"Anselme Selosse’s wines are among the most coveted bottles in Champagne.” – Antonio Galloni“No champagne grower is as renowned or as...

Located in the commune of Urville in the Aube, Drappier was founded in 1808 by the Drappier family. As one of the finest Champagne Houses, their cellar can be dated back to 1152, which was built by Cistercian monks from Clairvaux Abbey, known to be the oldest Cellar in Champagne. Drappier is famous for their Prestige tête de cuvée, Grande Sendrée, at the same time producing a selection of amazing vintage and non-vintage Champagnes. Owning around 62 hectares of vineyards, Drappier is well-known for its use of Pinot Noir, as well as its low quantity use of sulfur and dosage. With their focus on sustainability and the use of...