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Champagne and Sparkling Wine Reviews

Wine label of Champagne Salon 1997 Blanc de Blancs Le Mesnil, our wine of the week

A SPECTACULAR VINTAGE
Champagne Salon 1997 Blanc de Blancs Le Mesnil
Created in 1911, Champagne Salon is the sister house of Delamotte. Their 1997 Blanc de Blancs is voluptuous enough to pair with nearly any food.

Champagne Armand De Brignac Brut Gold, one of our Top 10 Prestige Cuvees

ACE OF SPADES
Armand de Brignac Brut Gold
The complex and full-bodied Champagne inside this gold-plated bottle is made only from Premier Cru and Grand Cru-rated grapes and reveals lush apple and melon flavors.

FRESH FLAVORS
Champagne Collet Brut Millésimé
Founded in 1921, Collet emerged out of the "Champagne Wars" and the movement to protect regional integrity. Their 2002 vintage offers dried apple, yeast and spice aromas.

Champagne Collet Brut Millesime 2002 offers dried apple, yeast and spice aromas

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TOP CHAMPAGNES & SPARKLERS

We've compiled sparkling wine lists for all tastes and wallet sizes

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MORE ABOUT CHAMPAGNES & SPARKLING WINES

Learn all about Champagne and sparkling wines with our handy guides

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• 72 Hours in Champagne, France
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Champagne and Sparkling Wine Features and Reviews

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(Updated: 12/28/12 BH)

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