Sparkling Wine - France

This all Chardonnay Champagne comes from some of the best parcels of grand crus of Côte des Blancs: Cramant for the minerality, Chouilly and Oiry for the finesse, and Mesnil-sur-Oger for the structure and longevity. The result is elegant and precise with a distinct mineral component and a natural balance.

The Champagne of choice for James Bond that is sometimes even called “baby Krug.” We love us some Bollinger at Community Wine and Spirits.

A young grower who is keeping things in his purview old-school. He uses a historic Champagne press, retroussé rearrangement, and biodynamic farming to produce an elegant bottle worth savoring. This is what we look for in a grower champagne.

A sustainable Pinot-heavy bottle from the oldest family house in Champagne that is a great bottle at the price. Mouthwatering green apple, blackcurrants, citrus pith, spice, and dancing mineral edge balance against beautiful fine bubbles.

A stellar blend of Chardonnay from four grand cru sites that become greater than the sum of their parts. This delightful Champagne has it all, a bit of complexity, elegance, and panache—all for a great price point. 

A classic for a reason. Pol Roger is one of the grand old houses in Epernay that delivers every time. The wine is golden and rich with fruit and fine bubbles that wrap around notes of vanilla and brioche. Pol is highly drinkable and always consistent.

“I think what defines it is certainly complexity, but also roundness and power. It’s bigger than Dom, but it’s not yeasty and rich like Krug, Bollinger, or Selosse. Its statement is about layers of complex fruit, and perfectly integrated bubbles.” – David

This is a fantastic soignee rose that will only get better with time. A blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay that has a beautiful depth and vibrance. The ripe red fruit, white flowers, ginger spice and framing minerality from the chalky soils have a beautiful interplay that will age very well for the next 10+ years.