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Back to the Basics: Champagne

We’re excited to bring you the next installment of our Back to the Basics series. Next up: Champagne—where centuries of craftsmanship, precise terroirs, and legendary maisons converge to create the world’s most iconic sparkling wines.

Grower Producers or Recoltant-Manipulant in French, is a type of Champagne from a single winemaker. They exclusively use grapes from these plots, showcasing diverse expressions influenced by varying conditions. Rather than pursuing consistent flavor profiles, they focus on crafting characterful wines that mirror each vintage.

Grand Marque typically owns a few vineyards and relies on sourcing fruit from various regional growers. Their extensive reserve wine collection, stemming from their long winemaking tradition, allows them to create a consistently reliable house style. 

Which Should You Choose? If you love the timeless elegance and reliability of a house style, a Grande Marque is an excellent choice. But if you’re looking for something more unique, something that speaks directly of a single vineyard and vintage, Grower Champagne is a thrilling discovery.

Stay tuned for the next installment in our Back to the Basics series, where we’ll explore more of the world’s greatest wine regions.

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Adrien Renoir
Armand De Brignac
NV
2 In Stock
750ml
WA92
W&S92
WE92
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CT90
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NV
12 In Stock
750ml
D93
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WSM91
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Barons de Rothschild
NV
1 In Stock
750ml
CT90
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Benoit Dehu
2016
12 In Stock
750ml
CT93
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2016
11 In Stock
750ml
CT92
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Lahaye, Benoit
Billecart Salmon
2006
4 In Stock
750ml
V96
WE96
D96
FM95
WA94
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2000
1 In Stock
750ml
WE95
V94
WA94
WS93
VC93
JMQ93
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2006
22 In Stock
750ml
FM98
V97
D96
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2007
1 In Stock
750ml
FM98
V97
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