Subject: Melbourne Cup Bubbles

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160 starters were present at the annual battle of the bubbles. All keen to taste, the starter chose to have 2 barrier trials at 1pm and 3pm respectfully.
These fine wine judges had been trained to perfection with shiny coats dappling and noticeably drink fit.
Although the race to find the best bubbles around was fierce and only seperated by a bob of the head in a photo finish. The winners of this years Battle of the Bubbles are:

This Months Winner of the Magnum of Jacquart Rose  ....Meera McRae
And the Winners are:
Lonia Cava
A great by-the-glass opportunity,it is a fresh fruity Cava with a soft and elegant dry finish. Made from the classic Cava varieties; Parellada, Xarel.lo, Macabeo and Chardonnay. A perfect aperitif!
Normally $26.95
Members Offer $18.95
 
Agrapart Blanc de Blanc NV
Stunning biodynamic producer from Grand Cru village of Avize in the Cotes de Blancs. The wines are rich and textural despite being quite low in dosage and 100% Chardonnay. Shows a lot of citrus, stone fruits with chalk and stones. Very
drinkable. The NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Grand Cru ‘Terroirs’ is selected from 20- to 40-year-old vines in the grand cru villages of Avize, Cramant, Oiry and Oger. 


Normally $130.00
Members Offer $100.00

Canard Duchene Cuvee Leonie NV
A pinot noir dominant style with light red fruits and berries, then developing further lemon and white stone fruit layers with a lovely weight and balance about it, it’s mousse fine, the wine tight and fresh, dry, savoury and refreshing.


Normally $74.95
Members Offer $59.95


Francois Chidaine Montlouis Brut
This arrestingly fresh and vivid non-dosé cuvée is produced from 100% Chenin Blanc from a range of Chidaine’s biodynamically farmed sites in Montlouis. These include the flinty ‘les perruches’ sites of Le Volagray and Les Landes as well as the more clay and limestone-rich ‘aubuis’ sites of Clos Renard and Les Epinais.


Normally $59.95
Members Offer $47.95


Gardet Brut Tradition
This wine, made from 90% black grapes from across the entire Champagne region, is a perfect representation of its origins. The aromas are decidedly winey and full. It explodes with hints of wheat and chalk. In the mouth it immediately gives white summer fruits with a stone. Altogether fresh, with a full-bodied consistency that holds together.

Normally $69.95
Members Offer $48.95



Gatinois Brut Grand Cru
In the NV Brut Grand Cru Tradition readers will find a big, powerful wine bursting with character and personality. The intensity and pure depth of Ay come through in this deep, expressive Champagne. An intensely saline, mineral-infused finish adds the last touch of complexity. The NV Grand Cru Tradition is 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay bottled with 6 grams of dosage. This release is based on the 2008 vintage, with the addition of 30% reserve wines from 2007 and 2006.

Normally $89.95
Members Offer $71.95




Laurent Perrier Vintage 2006
Crafted from the best Crus of the Montagne de Reims and Côtes des Blancs, the Vintage 2006 is a blend of 50% Chardonnay and 50% Pinot Noir, bottle aged in the cellars for at least eight years to increase complexity before being disgorged.
The vintage is distinguished by delicate beading and a subtle aroma with hints of fresh pineapple, dried apricots and almonds. Rounded on the palate, it strikes an ideal balance between freshness and intensity before reaching a lively finish with hints of white peach and Mirabelle plum.


Normally $135.00
Members Offer $105.00

Laurent Perrier Brut NV
A perfect aperitif Laurent Perrier Brut NV can easily be enjoyed on its own. It will also stand up to a variety of fish dishes such a halibut or turbot, and matches wonderfully with shrimp and scallops. It can also be paired with a wide variety of light hors d’oeuvres.
Chardonnay, is the dominant grape variety in Laurent Perrier Brut NV. Its proportion is unusually high for a non-vintage Champagne blend, being double the average. Wines from more than 55 crus make up the blend (10% to 20% of which consists of reserve wines, though this can be higher in some years). Because of its balance and natural freshness, Laurent Perrier Brut NV only receives a light dosage. Its ideal aging period is about three years.


Normally $74.95
Members Offer $56.95
27% Off
Laurent Perrier Grand Siecle
Grand Siecle is a blend of pinot noir and chardonnay, with the latter being slightly dominant. The grapes are supplied by twelve of the most prestigious crus or villages, all of them Grands Crus classified at 100%, such as Ambonnay, Verzenay, Mailly, Avize, Cramant, Chouilly and Le Mesnil-sur-Oger. Within the vineyards of these crus, only the very best plots are selected, as are the finest musts from the pressings. The blended wine is then aged for about 5 years.
It is brilliant yellow in colour, and has subtle aromas of honey, hazelnuts, grilled almonds and brioche, making it the perfect companion for refined dishes. It also pairs wonderfully with poultry and truffles as with veal and morel mushrooms.


Normally $350.00
Members Offer $270.00

Thienot Brut
An exotic sparkler, displaying rich, caramelized smoke and brioche notes, balanced with citrusy acidity and flavors of ripe apple, candied pineapple, lemon meringue and crystallized honey. Mouthwatering finish. Drink now through 2018.


Normally $89.95
Members Offer $71.95


So get on a bargain for the big race This Tuesday (Melbourne Cup)
and order online for free local delivery or pick up on your way to your chosen venue.
Remember these prices are only available til the gates open and the horses are running. Tuesday 3rd of November or while stocks last.
Battle of the Bubbles
A fantastic turnout for our event, thank you to all that attended.

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