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William Fèvre Chablis Champs Royaux 2025

Chablis

November 08, 2026 - The “Royal Fields” of Chablis sit atop a layer of Kimmeridgian soils rich in minerals and oyster fossils which are famed for the freshness they give these classic wines, a freshness that comes through clearly in this bottling. Made from a selection of vineyards with ideal exposures on both banks of the Serein river, gentle winemaking and malolactic fermentation make for a linear, fresh white.

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Wine Spectator - "A ripe, sunny version, this white displays peach, honeydew melon, anise and flint flavors. Underlined by vibrant acidity that drives the long finish."

William Fèvre Chablis 1er Cru Montmains – Domaine 2024

Chablis 1er Cru

November 08, 2026 - William Fèvre Premier Cru Montmains is a benchmark Chablis grown on the region’s famously stony left bank. Montmains is both a specific climat and an umbrella name that includes Forêts and Butteaux. Fèvre owns 3.69 hectares across all three, blending minerality, fruit, and richness. South-east facing and frost-prone, the site yields structured, concentrated wines with freshness and length. Vinified gently and aged partially in oak, Montmains is precise and lifted, with pronounced mineral notes and strong aging potential.

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Wine Spectator - September 21, 2026 "Crisp and succulent, with its flesh buffering the vibrant acidity, showcasing flavors of apricot, yellow plum and melon. A mineral hint keeps the finish clean."

Champagne Ayala A/19 Le Blanc de Blancs 2019

Champagne

November 06, 2026 - Ayala’s Blanc de Blancs is 100% Chardonnay, produced in small quantities in exceptional years only and fully expresses the superb caliber of great Chardonnay from the best crus of the Côte des Blancs. After 6 years of aging in Ayala’s cellars, remarkable minerality and low dosage make this an outstanding wine that can accompany a variety of flavorful dishes, including poultry and fish, or be served on its own to celebrate a special occasion.

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Wine Enthusiast - December 01, 2026 "A delicate nose carries high tones of peony and honeysuckle, layered with white peach, honeycomb, pastry dough, white tea, ginger, and cardamom. The palate is round yet precise. White peach…

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James Suckling - August 03, 2026 "An intensely minerally Champagne with wet chalk, fresh quince and basil on the nose. Energetic bubbles and a fine texture lead to a creamy mousse, followed by a long, vibrant…

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Vinous - May 01, 2026 "Ayala’s NV Extra-Brut Blanc de Blancs A19 is a blend from Chouilly, Cramant, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Oger, Cuis and Vaudemange, all 2019. Bright and vibrant in the glass, this new release…

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Wine Spectator - September 29, 2025 "Racy acidity is infused with lemon-lime character, a tangy frame sculpting this minerally blanc de blancs. Wet chalk, smoke and oyster shell notes transition to flavors of apricot, toast point…

Champagne Bollinger 3rd disgorgement R.D. 2008

Champagne

November 06, 2026 - The R.D. cuvée is the result of Madame Bollinger’s grand vision. It was an innovative and spectacular cuvée for the time when the fashion was not for old Champagnes: an old vintage, recently disgorged and with an extra-brut dosage. Releasing it promptly after disgorgement captures both the remarkable complexity and extraordinary freshness in the same glass. Fermented barrel by barrel, bottled under cork, and hand-disgorged, R.D. is one of Champagne's most original and important cuvées.

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James Suckling - March 02, 2023

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Wine Spectator - December 15, 2023

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Vinous - November 01, 2023

Champagne Ayala Brut Nature

Champagne

November 05, 2026 - Ayala’s Brut Nature is a zero-dosage Champagne that is aged for nearly four years. It reveals elegant complexity, with extended autolysis highlighting the exceptional quality of grapes from Champagne’s best crus. The blend features primarily Chardonnay, with Pinot Noir and a touch of Pinot Meunier for balance. Its bright gold color leads to a fine nose of citrus and subtle saline notes. On the palate, it is clean and complex, offering dry mineral flavors and vibrant grapefruit and white fruit, all while maintaining freshness and tension.

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Wine Enthusiast - October 26, 2026 "A subtle nose on this wine stays clean and high toned. The palate is energetic, with bright saline acidity drawing out lean white peach, Marcona almond, sea spray, and clay-chalky…

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Wine Spectator - September 26, 2024

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James Suckling - August 15, 2024 "A well-rounded, balanced and seductive brut-nature blend of 55%Pinot Noir and 15% Pinot Meunier. On the nose it shows aromas of sliced apples, pears and cinnamon. Round and juicy with…

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