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CHAMPAGNE & SPARKLING WINE 750 ML BOTTLES LUCIEN ALBRECHT SPARKLING WINE FROM ALSACE FRANCE BRUT CRÉMANT D’ALSACE The Lucien Albrecht Brut was wine number 71 on the Wine Enthusiast Top 100 of 2018.

MANDOIS CHAMPAGNE BLANC DE BLANCS 2017 It is pale yellow with yellow-to-gold reflections. A necklace of many fine bubbles rises in the glass to form a harmonious cord on the surface. There is an alliance of delicacy and freshness on the nose, with white-fleshed fruit flavors and floral notes

It starts with a pale yellow color exploding with brilliance and fine, delicate bubbles. The expressive aromas of flowers, apples, peaches, and apricots on the nose—mature fruit reins across the generous palate. Dominated by the Pinot Blanc varietal, this Crémant Brut shows freshness, structure, and subtleness; it is delicious at any time and with many foods. This Crémant is a classic for every occasion. CRÉMANT D’ALSACE BRUT ROSÉ Rated 90 Points by Wine Spectator Tart red currant, rhubarb, and strawberry are refreshing, rounded, and delicious. The frothy, foaming mousse is exuberant and highlights these strawberry shortcake flavors. At the same time, a thirsty palate ensures that this stays classy satisfying, fun, and fruit-driven, with a severe core and a bright, lemony finish. Your Choice $17.98 $22.99 GLORIA FERRER BRUT SONOMA COAST Rated 91 by Wine Spectator The brut is dominated by Pinot Noir, a stylistic decision that enables the complex aromatic and palate profile that this red skinned grape contributes to brut cuvées. Toasty almonds back delicate pear and floral notes. On the palate, lively citrus, toast, and apple flavors are overlaid with persistent effervescence, a creamy mid-palate, and a toasty finish. GLORIA FERRER BLANC DE NOIRS Rated 90 Points by Wine Enthusiast This light-bodied sparkling wine is slightly pink, resulting from a unique pressing technique: bright strawberry and black cherry aromas with subtle vanilla highlights. Creamy cherry, lemon, and cola flavors combine with a lush palate, tiny, lively bubbles, and a persistent finish. GLORIA FERRER BLANC DE BLANCS Rated 90 Points by Wine Spectator In California, Blanc de Blancs is known as one of the most versatile sparkling wines due to its lively acidity. This acidity comes from using only Chardonnay, hence the "white of white" translation of its name. The bright citrus flavor on the mid-palate with a slightly toasty finish matches grilled chicken glazed with orange and ginger. For the dessert course, try Meyer lemon mousse with ripe raspberries. Add toasted Marcona almonds and dried mango to a cheese board and triple cream cheeses such as cambozola, Brie, or La Tur. Best enjoyed chilled in a white wine glass. Your Choice $19.98 $25.99

followed by a touch of verbena and fresh almond. Flavors are faithful to the nose, sophisticated and fruity, with notes of fruits and flowers revealing a particularly harmonious wine. $58.98 $74.99 BLANC DE NOIRS 2015 his 100% Pinot Noir reveals a deep golden color flecked with amber, a sign of its exceptional body and structure. The nose exudes aromas of cherry eau de vie and stone fruits, characteristic of the Pinot Noir varietal, and indicate delicious, indulgent champagne. The rich, round palate discloses peppery notes and candied fruits, which attest to the excellent balance of the vintage and make it well-suited to a wide variety of dishes. The perfect Champagne with food. $58.98 $74.99 BRUT ROSÉ GRANDE RÉSERVE Presented in a clear bottle, the Brut Rosé Grande Réserve is a blend of “bled” (saignée) rosé and traditional rosé wines. The former will endow this delicious Champagne with generous aromas of red fruit on the nose. The latter will impart the finesse and elegance displayed by fine rosé Champagnes. With its reasonable “dosage” (sweetening), this Champagne can be enjoyed as an aperitif or paired with food, where its length works wonders. Grape Varietals: 60% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay, 10% Pinot Meunier $46.98 $58.99 BRUT ORIGINE Rated 90 Points by Wine Enthusiast The judicious blending of three grape varieties (40% Chardonnay / 30% Pinot Noir / 30% Pinot Meunier), sourced from all the property’s crus, endows this Cuvée Brut Origine with perfect balance and remarkable quality. The use of wines from three consecutive years also helps ensure the consistency of style. Fruity and only very slightly dosed (sweetened), this Champagne is perfect as an aperitif where it expresses its

natural character to the full. $41.98 $53.99

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