{"title":"Champagne","description":"\u003cp\u003eChampagne is the benchmark for sparkling wine, the yardstick every other bottle of bubbles is measured against. It comes from the cool, chalky vineyards of northern France, where a second fermentation in the bottle turns a lean, high-acid base into something layered and long-lived.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Champagne earns its bubbles\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEverything starts on chalk. The best sites in the Côte des Blancs and Montagne de Reims sit on deep chalk that keeps the grapes taut and fresh. After the first fermentation the wine is re-bottled with yeast and sugar for a second fermentation, which traps the fizz, then rested on its spent yeast. As those lees break down they give the biscuit, brioche and toasted-almond character that marks a proper Champagne and sets it apart from most other \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sparkling-wine\"\u003esparkling wine\u003c\/a\u003e in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/france\"\u003eFrance\u003c\/a\u003e and beyond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe three grapes and the styles worth knowing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree grapes do the work: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chardonnay\"\u003eChardonnay\u003c\/a\u003e for finesse and citrus, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pinot-noir\"\u003ePinot Noir\u003c\/a\u003e for body and backbone, and Pinot Meunier for soft, fruity roundness. Blanc de Blancs is pure Chardonnay, all chalk and lemon; Blanc de Noirs comes from the dark grapes and drinks fuller; rosé takes its colour from a splash of still Pinot. Most bottles are Non-Vintage, blended across years for a house style, while Vintage Champagne comes from a single fine harvest. Brut is the everyday dry style, Extra Brut drier still with barely any dosage. Seek out grower Champagnes, marked RM and made by the family that farms the fruit, alongside grande marque houses like \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/louis-roederer\"\u003eLouis Roederer\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eChampagne FAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat food pairs with Champagne?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe acidity and fine bubbles are made for salt and fat. Oysters, shellfish, sushi and fried food are classic, while a fuller Blanc de Noirs or vintage handles roast chicken and creamy sauces. Save a rosé for salmon or a berry pudding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrut or Extra Brut, what is the difference?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are dry. Brut carries up to twelve grams of sugar per litre and suits almost any table, while Extra Brut has under six and tastes leaner and more mineral. Brut Nature has next to none.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow should I serve it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChill to around eight degrees and use a white-wine glass or tulip rather than a flat coupe, so the aromas have room. Ease the cork out gently to keep the mousse fine.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nv-george-laval-garennes-extra-brut","title":"NV George Laval, Garennes Extra-Brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eGeorge Laval Garennes Extra-Brut is an artisanal Champagne that stands out for its personality, precision, and elegant depth. Crafted in the heart of Champagne, it combines ripe fruit character with classic brioche notes and a pronounced chalk-driven minerality, offering a refined expression of the region’s style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a bright, polished appearance with fine, lively bubbles. The nose opens with ripe orchard fruit, citrus peel, and brioche, followed by a deep mineral line that recalls wet chalk and adds clarity to the bouquet.\n\nOn the palate, it is intense and structured, with vibrant acidity giving the wine excellent freshness and a long, focused finish. The balance between richness and tension suggests strong aging potential, with the extra-brut style helping preserve its taut, energetic character over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eProduced in Champagne, this wine reflects the region’s chalky terroir, which lends both lift and minerality to the finished wine. As an artisanal cuvée, it is made with careful attention to vineyard expression and cellar precision, resulting in a Champagne with character and texture rather than excess dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdeal with oysters, sashimi, shellfish, caviar, or lightly prepared white fish, as well as creamy poultry dishes and aged hard cheeses. Serve well chilled at 8–10°C, and decanting is not recommended; instead, open shortly before serving to preserve its freshness and fine mousse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGeorge Laval is a respected artisanal producer in Champagne, known for crafting expressive wines with a strong sense of place. The domaine has earned recognition among Champagne enthusiasts for its elegant, terroir-driven style and its commitment to authenticity, finesse, and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"George Laval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54250581197137,"sku":"CFW-600464","price":98.11,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/831ddf_a8bee3f02bd341eda6bf427ebcdf50dc_7Emv2.png?v=1783436964"},{"product_id":"nv-krug-grande-cuvee-173e-edition","title":"NV Krug, Grande Cuvee 173e edition","description":"\u003cp\u003eKrug Grande Cuvée 173ème Édition is one of Champagne’s most revered non-vintage releases, bringing together a remarkable blend of reserve wines to create depth, precision, and extraordinary complexity. It stands as a signature of Krug’s house style: lavish, layered, and impeccably balanced, with the kind of prestige that has made Krug a benchmark for luxury Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a luminous golden hue with a fine, persistent mousse. The nose is wonderfully expressive, opening with dried fruits, toasted bread, candied citrus, and hints of honey, nuts, and subtle spice.\n\nOn the palate, it is majestic yet finely controlled, combining richness and freshness in equal measure. The texture is silky and expansive, carrying flavors of orchard fruit, brioche, citrus peel, and roasted notes into a long, refined finish. While ready to enjoy now, it has the structure and concentration to develop beautifully over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKrug Grande Cuvée is crafted from a carefully selected blend of multiple vintages, sourced to express the fullest possible breadth and complexity of the house style. The wines come from a mosaic of Champagne terroirs, with each component vinified separately before blending, allowing Krug to build remarkable nuance, balance, and precision in the final cuvée.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Champagne is superb with refined dishes such as lobster, scallops, truffle risotto, roasted poultry, aged Comté, or even lightly spiced Asian cuisine. Serve chilled at around 8–10°C, and decanting is generally not necessary, though a few minutes in the glass can help the aromas open further.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1843, Krug is one of Champagne’s most prestigious houses and is celebrated for its uncompromising dedication to complexity, individuality, and age-worthy wines. Based in Reims, the house has built an exceptional reputation for blending reserve wines with great precision, and Grande Cuvée remains its most iconic achievement.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Krug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54250581229905,"sku":"CFW-600455","price":288.23,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/831ddf_22d1c73844e145a8ae470ffee1b2d4fb_7Emv2.jpg?v=1783436964"},{"product_id":"champagne-frerejean-freres-blanc-de-blancs-brut-premier-cru","title":"Champagne Frerejean Frères Blanc de Blancs Brut Premier Cru","description":"Champagne Frerejean Frères Blanc de Blancs Brut Premier Cru","brand":"Frerejean Frères","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251801248081,"sku":"GCW-FRER-19002","price":89.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/Champagne_Frerejean_Freres_Blanc_de_Blancs_Brut_Premier_Cru.png?v=1783441499"},{"product_id":"2012-champagne-frerejean-freres-cuvee-des-hussards-vieilles-vignes-premier-cru","title":"2012 Champagne Frerejean Frères Cuvee des Hussards Vieilles Vignes Premier Cru","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2012 Champagne Frerejean Frères Cuvée des Hussards Vieilles Vignes Premier Cru is a powerful yet finely chiseled vintage Champagne crafted from old vines in the Côte des Blancs. Sourced exclusively from Premier Cru sites around Grauves, this cuvée marries richness, freshness and long lees aging to deliver a deeply complex, gastronomic style of Champagne. Named after Napoleon’s famed hussars – reputedly the first to saber a Champagne bottle – it celebrates both history and hedonism in one remarkably elegant bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Cuvée des Hussards shows a luminous, pale golden hue with fine, persistent bubbles forming a delicate, creamy mousse. The nose is expressive and layered, opening with ripe stone fruits such as apricot and peach, followed by crisp apple and pear, all wrapped in subtle notes of pastry, toasted brioche and a hint of minerality.\n\nOn the palate, this is a concentrated and generous Champagne, yet remarkably refined. The 85% Chardonnay lends tension, citrus brightness and chalky precision, while the 15% Pinot Noir adds body, structure and depth of fruit. Expect waves of white and stone fruits over a very fine, silky mousse, with a long, mouthwatering finish framed by freshness and a touch of salinity. Thanks to more than eight years of aging on the lees and a modest dosage of just 6.5 g\/L, the wine combines mature complexity with vibrant energy and still has excellent aging potential, evolving beautifully over the next decade or more under good cellaring conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrerejean Frères works predominantly with old-vine Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Premier and Grand Cru vineyards around Grauves in the Côte des Blancs, an area known for its chalk-rich soils that give Champagne its trademark tension and mineral drive. The grapes for Cuvée des Hussards are carefully selected from vieilles vignes (old vines), where naturally lower yields contribute to concentration and depth of flavor. The blend is 85% Chardonnay and 15% Pinot Noir from a single, exceptional vintage (millésime 2012), rather than a multi-vintage assemblage. After gentle pressing and vinification designed to preserve purity and finesse, the wine is matured sur lie for more than eight years, developing complexity, texture and tertiary nuances. A low dosage of 6.5 g\/L is added at disgorgement, allowing the wine’s terroir character and long lees aging to take center stage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a gastronomic Champagne that shines at the table. Its richness and intensity make it a superb match for fresh seafood such as oysters, scallops and ceviche, where the vibrant acidity cuts through brininess and enhances delicate textures. It also stands up beautifully to more substantial dishes like duck confit, veal roast, poultry with cream-based sauces and refined shellfish preparations. Serve well chilled but not icy, ideally around 8–10°C (46–50°F), to allow the aromatic complexity to unfold. A brief 15–30 minutes in the bottle on ice before serving is sufficient; for added expressiveness, you can pour it into a larger white wine glass rather than a narrow flute. Decanting is generally not necessary, but opening the bottle a few minutes before serving will help the wine fully open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrerejean Frères was founded by the Frerejean-Taittinger brothers, members of the extended Taittinger family, with a clear focus on crafting premium, terroir-driven Champagnes from top sites. Based in the Côte des Blancs and working only with Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, the house has quickly earned a reputation for elegant, low-dosage wines that emphasize finesse, minerality and depth over sheer opulence. Long aging on the lees is a hallmark of their style, lending roundness and complexity without sacrificing freshness. Cuvée des Hussards represents one of the flagship expressions of the estate – a cuvée that encapsulates Frerejean Frères’ commitment to tradition, meticulous craftsmanship and a modern, gastronomic vision of Champagne that has garnered critical acclaim, including top-tier scores such as 97\/100 from Karaffel.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Frerejean Frères","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251801411921,"sku":"GCW-FRER-12001","price":185.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2012_Champagne_Frerejean_Freres_Cuvee_des_Hussards_Vieilles_Vignes_Premier_Cru.png?v=1783441501"},{"product_id":"champagne-taittinger-brut-reserve","title":"Champagne Taittinger Brut Réserve","description":"\u003cp\u003eChampagne Taittinger Brut Réserve is a benchmark non-vintage Champagne that perfectly captures the house’s signature elegance and finesse. Crafted from over 35 carefully selected vineyards and a high proportion of Chardonnay, it offers a refined, consistent style that has made it a favorite on tables around the world. With extended aging in Taittinger’s historic Reims cellars, this cuvée delivers both immediate pleasure and classic Champagne sophistication.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Taittinger Brut Réserve shows a luminous, pale golden hue with a steady stream of fine, persistent bubbles and a delicate, creamy mousse. The nose is open and expressive, offering inviting aromas of ripe peach, fresh yellow apple, and citrus, layered with notes of brioche, white flowers such as hawthorn and acacia, and a touch of vanilla from extended lees aging.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is lively yet harmonious, combining brisk freshness with a supple, rounded texture. Flavors of crisp orchard fruit, citrus zest, and white peach are woven with hints of honey, pastry, and subtle toasted nuances. The Chardonnay brings finesse and tension, Pinot Noir adds structure and depth, while Pinot Meunier contributes softness and fruit. This non-vintage cuvée is ready to drink upon release, but will hold beautifully for several years in a cool cellar, gaining a little more creaminess and complexity over time while retaining its vibrant, approachable character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaittinger Brut Réserve is sourced from more than 35 crus across the Champagne region, drawing on a mosaic of terroirs to achieve balance and consistency. The blend is approximately 40% Chardonnay, 35% Pinot Noir, and 25% Pinot Meunier, including around 30% reserve wines to maintain the house style year after year. Grapes are hand-harvested to ensure optimal quality and gently pressed to preserve purity of fruit. The base wines are vinified in stainless steel to emphasize freshness, then blended and bottled for the secondary fermentation. The cuvée is aged for a minimum of three years in Taittinger’s chalk cellars beneath Reims—significantly longer than the legal minimum—allowing the wine to develop its fine mousse, brioche notes, and polished texture before disgorgement and dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaittinger Brut Réserve is a versatile Champagne that shines both as an aperitif and at the table. Pair it with oysters, scallops, sushi, and other delicate seafood, or with light canapés, tempura, and smoked salmon. Its subtle brioche and floral notes also complement poultry, creamy cheeses, and refined vegetable dishes such as asparagus or risotto. Serve well-chilled at around 8–10°C (46–50°F). A brief 10–15 minutes in the glass or an open bottle is usually enough to let the aromas unfurl; decanting is generally not necessary for this fresh, non-vintage style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1734 and based in Reims, Taittinger is one of Champagne’s historic houses and a proud member of the region’s “Grandes Marques.” Unusually for the area, the estate places a strong emphasis on Chardonnay in its blends, giving its wines their hallmark elegance, precision, and aromatic finesse. Taittinger’s extensive vineyard holdings include prized Grand Cru and Premier Cru sites, and its vast chalk cellars—some dating back to Roman times—provide ideal conditions for long, slow maturation. 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Bottled exclusively in magnum and released only in the very best vintages, it showcases the power and precision of old-vine Grand Cru Pinot Noir from one of Champagne’s most historic terroirs. The cooler 2006 vintage gives this golden-hued Champagne superb tension, allowing its depth, salinity and refinement to unfold slowly over decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, this 2006 Le Clos shows a deep, burnished golden color with a fine, persistent bead—an immediate sign of maturity, concentration and long lees aging. The nose is haunting and complex: ripe orchard fruits and yellow plum interweave with notes of chalk dust, hazelnut, light brioche, and a beautifully judged oxidative touch. Subtle hints of dried flowers, mushroom, and delicate oak spice add further layers as the wine opens in the glass.\n\nOn the palate, the Champagne is dense yet incredibly precise, carrying its concentration with remarkable freshness. The attack is vibrant, driven by cool-vintage acidity that lifts flavors of baked apple, quince, lemon oil and mirabelle. A mineral backbone—pure Bouzy chalk and a gentle salinity—runs straight through the wine, framed by fine phenolic grip and discreet oak texture. The finish is long, taut and tightly structured, with lingering notes of salted nuts, citrus zest and subtle umami. Still very much on its ascent, this 2006 Le Clos has significant aging potential and can be confidently cellared until at least 2045, gaining further complexity and harmony over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLe Clos comes from an exceptionally small, historic 0.5-hectare parcel in Bouzy, classified Grand Cru and planted with very old Pinot Noir vines on classic chalk and limestone soils. The site’s southern exposure and deep chalk subsoils deliver both ripeness and tension, giving the wine its unique combination of richness and saline precision. Grapes are harvested entirely by hand at optimal ripeness, with great care taken in the vineyard—no irrigation, minimal pesticide use, and mixed cover crops to promote biodiversity and soil health. After a gentle pressing, the must is fermented in oak, adding texture and subtle spice without overpowering the terroir character. The wine is then aged for an extended period in the underground cellars, spending a minimum of four years on its lees before release, which adds depth, complexity and fine, creamy mousse. For this cuvée, everything is done in micro-scale, and the 2006 was bottled exclusively in magnums to encourage even slower, more graceful evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis powerful yet finely etched Champagne is a superb match for refined, savory dishes: think turbot or sole with beurre blanc, scallops with beurre noisette, lobster or langoustines, truffled poultry, veal sweetbreads, or creamy morel and mushroom dishes that echo its gentle oxidative and umami notes. Mature hard cheeses such as Comté, aged Gruyère or a well-aged Parmesan also pair beautifully, as do delicate dishes with white truffle or caviar. Serve at 10–12°C (50–54°F) to allow the full aromatic spectrum to unfold. Decanting for 30–45 minutes in a wide-bottomed carafe is recommended—especially at this youthful stage—to help the mousse relax and let the wine’s layered complexity and chalky minerality fully express themselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Clouet family has deep roots in Champagne, with André Clouet founding the estate back in 1741 in Bouzy, one of the region’s most prized Grand Cru villages. Today, Jean-François Clouet oversees just 7 hectares of vines in Bouzy and neighboring Ambonnay, working almost entirely with Pinot Noir on some of Champagne’s most distinguished chalk soils. The domaine has become a reference point for characterful, terroir-driven Grand Cru Champagnes, crafted with an artisanal, low-intervention approach: manual harvesting, no irrigation, minimal pesticide use, nurturing biodiversity between the rows, and the use of recycled materials for packaging. Jean-François is known for his meticulous selection and willingness to release certain cuvées only when they are at their best; Bouzy Grand Cru Le Clos is his cult bottling, produced only in top vintages and often released out of chronological order to reflect each year’s character and readiness. This commitment to both heritage and quality has established André Clouet as a beloved boutique producer among Champagne enthusiasts worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"André Clouet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54251803902289,"sku":"GCW-CLOU-0601","price":295.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/2006_Champagne_Andr_Clouet_Bouzy_Grand_Cru_Le_Clos.png?v=1783441521"},{"product_id":"champagne-gosset-celebris-rose-brut","title":"Champagne Gosset Celebris Rosé Brut","description":"\u003cp\u003eChampagne Gosset Celebris Rosé Brut 2008 is a rare, prestige cuvée from the oldest wine house in Champagne, crafted only in truly exceptional vintages. Fine, pale and delicately tinted in the classic “œil de perdrix” style, it offers remarkable depth and complexity while remaining bright and precise. With over 12 years of aging before release, this is a rosé Champagne for collectors and serious enthusiasts looking for nuance, tension and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Celebris Rosé 2008 shows a very subtle, shimmering salmon hue with copper and onion-skin highlights—more like a pale ‘œil de perdrix’ than a classic pink rosé—crowned by a fine, persistent mousse.\n\nThe nose opens with a beautifully layered bouquet of yellow orchard fruits (pear, mirabelle plum, baked apple) intertwined with notes of beeswax, acacia honey, pain d’épices, brioche and delicate red-berry accents. Hints of citrus zest, dried flowers and chalky minerality add lift and refinement.\n\nOn the palate, the wine is full-bodied yet impeccably brisk, with a broad, mouth-filling attack that quickly tightens around a deep, chiselled core of acidity. Flavours of ripe orchard fruit, blood orange, subtle wild strawberry and spice cake are framed by a saline, mineral backbone and a very long, precise finish. The extra-brut dosage of 5 g\/L keeps the profile taut and dry without sacrificing texture or generosity. Thanks to its high natural acidity and the deliberate avoidance of malolactic fermentation, this 2008 has excellent aging potential; it is already stunning, but will continue to develop greater complexity and tertiary nuances over the next 10–15 years or more in a good cellar.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGosset sources the grapes for Celebris Rosé 2008 primarily from some of the finest crus in the Marne, including Aÿ, Bouzy, Ambonnay, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger and Villers-Marmery—villages that are predominantly Grand Cru and Premier Cru, with an average vineyard rating of around 95% on the official échelle des crus. These sites offer a combination of chalk-rich soils and ideal exposures, yielding Pinot Noir and Chardonnay with both ripeness and high natural acidity. Harvesting is carried out by hand to ensure careful selection of perfectly healthy bunches. In the cellar, Gosset rigorously avoids malolactic fermentation to preserve the wine’s malic acidity, freshness and primary fruit character. The rosé component is achieved with great restraint to create the pale “œil de perdrix” colour, focusing not on making a typical rosé but on giving Celebris extra depth and richness. After the secondary fermentation in bottle, the wine undergoes an extended maturation on the lees in Gosset’s cool cellars for a minimum of 6 years before disgorgement, followed by an additional 5–6 years of post-disgorgement aging—over 12 years in total for this vintage—before release as an Extra Brut with a dosage of 5 g\/L.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis refined yet powerful rosé Champagne is a superb match for gastronomic cuisine. It pairs beautifully with dishes like lobster or langoustines, scallops with beurre blanc, turbot in a delicate cream sauce, roasted guinea fowl, duck breast with cherries, or veal sweetbreads. It also works wonderfully with refined Japanese cuisine (toro sashimi, tuna tataki), and with aged hard cheeses or mild washed-rind cheeses. Serve at 10–12°C (50–54°F) to allow the aromatics and texture to unfold. Decanting is not essential, but gently pouring into large tulip-shaped Champagne glasses 15–20 minutes before serving will help the wine open up and reveal its full complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1584 by Pierre Gosset, a councillor and winegrower in Aÿ, Gosset is widely recognized as the oldest wine house in Champagne. Originally producing still red wines from the vineyards around Aÿ, the estate transitioned over the centuries to the sparkling wines that made the region famous, while maintaining a strong attachment to its historic terroirs. Today, Gosset is celebrated for its uncompromising, gastronomic style, marked by the strict avoidance of malolactic fermentation and a focus on top Grand Cru and Premier Cru sites. 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Sourced from Grand Cru vineyards in Cramant, Avize and Oger, it marries power and finesse with remarkable depth and complexity. With fruit from vines dating back to 1926 and an exceptionally long maturation, this cuvée stands apart from more commercial Champagnes, offering a truly artisanal expression of Grand Cru terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, VV 26 reveals a luminous golden hue with fine, persistent bubbles that form an elegant, delicate mousse. The nose is layered and complex, opening with aromas of roasted almonds and hazelnuts, vanilla cream and pastry, intertwined with notes of brioche, dried flowers and subtle sweet spice from its extended time in oak and on the lees.\n\nOn the palate, this is a powerful yet supremely refined Blanc de Blancs. The texture is silky and rounded, with a generous, mouth-filling structure supported by a vibrant, chalky acidity that speaks clearly of the Côte des Blancs. Flavours of lemon curd, baked apple, ripe pear and crème pâtissière are woven together with nuances of toasted nuts, subtle smoke and mineral salinity. The mousse is very fine and caressing, extending through a long, precise finish. Thanks to its old-vine concentration and prolonged aging, this Champagne has excellent aging potential; while already beautifully developed on release, it will continue to evolve gracefully for many years, gaining even more complexity and tertiary notes of honey, dried fruits and brioche.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis cuvée is born from Grand Cru Chardonnay vineyards in Cramant, Avize and Oger, at the heart of the Côte des Blancs—an area famed for its chalk-rich soils that impart tension, minerality and finesse. The fruit comes from some of the estate’s oldest parcels, including vines planted as far back as 1926, which naturally produce low yields of intensely concentrated grapes. Harvest is carried out by hand to ensure optimal selection of bunches, followed by gentle pressing to preserve purity and delicacy. The base wines are vinified with a strong emphasis on patience and texture: the 100% Chardonnay is matured for an exceptional 8 years, of which around 7 years are spent in oak, allowing the wine to build complexity, depth and a creamy structure. After extended aging sur lie and secondary fermentation, the Champagne undergoes at least a further year of bottle maturation in the estate’s own cellars before release. Dosage is kept low at approximately 6.5 g\/l, highlighting the precision, minerality and natural richness of the Grand Cru fruit rather than masking it with sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a gastronomic Champagne that shines at the table. Its depth, structure and nutty, creamy profile make it an outstanding partner for rich dishes such as roasted or braised game birds, veal in cream sauce, truffled poultry, or lobster with butter and herbs. It pairs beautifully with mature, characterful cheeses such as aged Comté, Gruyère, Cantal and other firm Alpine styles, as well as dishes featuring morels, wild mushrooms or roasted root vegetables. Serve well-chilled but not icy, ideally at 10–12°C (50–54°F), to allow the full aromatic profile to unfold. A brief decant in a carafe or serving in a larger white wine glass can further enhance its complexity and texture, particularly if enjoyed with a multi-course meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrerejean Frères was founded by the Frerejean-Taittinger brothers, members of the historic Taittinger family, with a vision to craft Champagnes that express the noblest terroirs of the region rather than mass-market uniformity. Based in Grauves in the Côte des Blancs, the house focuses exclusively on Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, working with low yields, meticulous viticulture and extended aging to produce wines of finesse and depth. Their Champagnes are known for their low dosage, long maturation sur lie (often five years or more) and additional bottle aging in their own cellars prior to release. 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Housed in a luxurious wooden case, this limited-edition set brings together three exceptional Grand Cru cuvées that trace both the origins and evolution of Philipponnat’s style. With minuscule production and vintages that mark important milestones for the estate, this is as much a collector’s piece as it is a showcase of world-class Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Collection Box contains two bottles of Grand Cru Cuvée 1522 LV from the 2000 and 2002 vintages, alongside a bottle of Grand Cru Cuvée Le Léon 2014 Extra Brut. Cuvée 1522 LV (Long Aging) typically shows a deep, luminous golden hue with a refined, persistent mousse, the extended lees aging bringing an extra layer of brightness and creaminess to the bubbles. On the nose, expect complex aromas of brioche, toasted nuts, dried citrus peel and honeyed stone fruits, backed by delicate floral notes and a hint of chalky minerality. On the palate, these are powerful yet poised Champagnes—Pinot Noir–driven structure with ripe orchard fruit, citrus zest and subtle spice, wrapped in a silky, mature texture. The 2000, as the inaugural vintage of this cuvée, tends to show more evolved tertiary notes (hazelnut, dried apricot, light truffle), while 2002 offers a touch more tension, vibrancy and precision.\n\nCuvée Le Léon 2014, from a historic Grand Cru site in Aÿ, typically appears a bright, pale to medium gold with very fine, energetic bubbles. The bouquet is focused and pure: red and yellow orchard fruit, citrus oil, white flowers and chalk, underpinned by subtle pastry and a saline note. On the palate, the extra-brut dosage highlights the wine’s linear, mineral backbone, delivering great freshness, precision and length. While already approachable, all three wines have excellent aging potential: the 2000 and 2002 1522 LV are in a beautiful mature phase and can continue to develop complexity over the next 5–10 years, while the 2014 Le Léon has the structure to evolve gracefully for at least another decade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhilipponnat’s Grand Cru cuvées are rooted in some of Champagne’s finest terroirs, notably in and around Aÿ and Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, where chalky subsoils and well-exposed slopes yield concentrated, characterful Pinot Noir complemented by elegant Chardonnay. Grapes for Cuvée 1522 and Le Léon are sourced from top parcels, often harvested by hand at optimal ripeness to preserve both freshness and depth. In the cellar, Philipponnat is known for its meticulous vinification: a significant proportion of the base wines are fermented in oak barrels to add texture and complexity, with malolactic fermentation managed according to the vintage. Extended aging on the lees—especially for the Long Aging (LV) designation—builds creamy mousse, layered flavors and longevity, while precise, low dosage (extra-brut for Le Léon) ensures that the character of the terroir shines through.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis collection is ideally suited to elevated dining. The mature richness and complexity of Cuvée 1522 LV (2000 and 2002) make them outstanding partners for lobster in butter sauce, scallops, turbot, roast poultry with truffle, or aged Comté and Parmesan. The taut, saline profile of Le Léon 2014 Extra Brut is superb with oysters, caviar, sashimi, finely prepared shellfish and delicate white fish dishes, as well as refined vegetable or mushroom-based courses. Serve these Champagnes well chilled but not icy—around 9–11°C (48–52°F). The older vintages (2000 and 2002) will benefit from being poured into larger-bowled Champagne glasses and can be gently opened 20–30 minutes before serving; a brief, careful decant is possible for the 1522 LV if you wish to fully express their mature aromatics, while Le Léon 2014 is best served directly from the bottle after a few minutes in the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1522, Philipponnat is one of Champagne’s oldest family houses, with an unbroken history that stretches back half a millennium. Based in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, the estate has long been renowned for its mastery of Pinot Noir and for its exceptional holdings in prestigious crus, including the legendary Clos des Goisses. The house style is one of intensity, depth and gastronomic character, often marked by barrel fermentation and low dosage to showcase terroir and structure. Philipponnat has played a significant role in shaping the reputation of the Montagne de Reims and Vallée de la Marne for serious, ageworthy Champagne, earning consistent acclaim from critics and collectors alike. 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Named after Hemera, the Greek goddess of day and light, this rare cuvée is a late-released treasure that showcases the house at the height of its craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Cuvée Hemera 2008 shows a radiant, pale golden hue with a very fine and persistent bead, a hallmark of long lees aging. The perlage forms a delicate, silky mousse, promising both finesse and energy.\n\nThe nose is intricate and layered, opening with notes of dried flowers and chalky minerality, followed by roasted hazelnuts, hints of licorice, white pepper, and subtle pastry. As it evolves in the glass, nuances of dried apple, dried pineapple and citrus zest emerge, giving a compelling interplay of maturity and freshness. On the palate, the wine is taut, linear and precise, with a striking backbone of acidity wrapped in a creamy, fine-bubbled texture. Flavors of dried orchard fruit, candied citrus, toasted nuts and spice unfold slowly, carried by a chalk-inflected minerality and a long, vibrant, spicy finish. Already superbly complex, this 2008 still has significant aging potential and will continue to gain depth and nuance over the next 10–15 years, if not longer, for those who appreciate mature prestige cuvées.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCuvée Hemera 2008 is the essence of six prestigious Grand Cru villages that define the Henriot style. The Pinot Noir is sourced from Verzy, Verzenay and Mailly-Champagne on the Montagne de Reims, where cool exposures and chalky soils give structure, spice and backbone. The Chardonnay comes from Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Avize and Chouilly on the Côte des Blancs, famed for their pure chalk terroirs that deliver tension, finesse and crystalline minerality. Grapes are carefully hand-harvested at optimal ripeness, parcel by parcel, to preserve freshness and precision. Vinification is carried out in small, separate lots to respect the identity of each terroir, followed by meticulous blending to achieve the 50% Chardonnay \/ 50% Pinot Noir balance. After the secondary fermentation in bottle, the wine rests on its lees for at least 12 years before disgorgement, with a low dosage of 5 g\/L to highlight the remarkable quality of the 2008 vintage and the Grand Cru origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis refined Champagne is a superb match for delicately prepared yet flavorful dishes. Think butter-poached lobster, scallops in a light citrus or beurre blanc sauce, turbot with champagne cream, or fine sushi and sashimi where texture and purity are paramount. It also pairs beautifully with aged Comté, Parmesan, or refined poultry dishes such as roast guinea fowl or Bresse chicken with truffle. Serve well-chilled but not icy, ideally at 9–11°C (48–52°F), to allow the aromatics to fully express themselves. Decanting is not essential but gently pouring into a wide-bowled flute or white wine glass and giving it a little time in the glass will help the wine open and reveal its full complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1808, Maison Henriot is one of Champagne’s historic family-owned houses, long admired for its Chardonnay-driven style and its dedication to premium vineyard sourcing. Based in Reims, Henriot has cultivated deep relationships with top growers and Grand Cru sites, especially in the Côte des Blancs and the Montagne de Reims. Cuvée Hemera, formerly known as Cuvée des Enchanteleurs, represents the pinnacle of the house’s savoir-faire, produced only in outstanding vintages and always from a selection of Grand Cru villages that embody the Henriot signature of elegance, purity and longevity. 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This cuvée fuses the house’s long-standing tradition with a distinctly modern expression, offering crystalline purity, fine-boned elegance and striking visual appeal. As a pure Blanc de Blancs from Champagne, it showcases the region’s noble Chardonnay at its most refined, echoing nearly two centuries of De Venoge savoir-faire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, Genesis Code 1 Blanc de Blancs shimmers a pale, luminous gold with hints of green at the rim, crowned by a very fine, persistent mousse. The nose is delicate yet expressive, opening with white blossom, acacia and hawthorn, followed by freshly grated lemon zest, subtle spice and a chalky, marine-tinged minerality.\n\nOn the palate, this is a taut, elegant Brut with creamy but ultra-fine bubbles that glide across the tongue. Citrus notes of lemon and grapefruit are layered with crisp green apple, hints of white peach and a touch of brioche, all framed by a precise, saline backbone. The finish is long, airy and delicately mineral, leaving impressions of flowers and citrus peel. Enjoy it now for its vibrancy and finesse, or cellar for 3–7 years to gain additional complexity, creamier texture and more pronounced pastry and hazelnut nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenesis Code 1 Blanc de Blancs is sourced from carefully selected Chardonnay parcels within Champagne, where cool climates, chalk and limestone-rich soils give the wine its tension, finesse and marked minerality. Grapes are harvested by hand to preserve freshness and allow strict selection of only the healthiest clusters. After gentle pressing, the base wines are vinified in stainless steel to retain aromatic purity, then blended across several vintages to achieve the house’s signature balance. Traditional secondary fermentation in bottle, extended lees aging and meticulous dosage result in a refined Brut style that is both vibrant and texturally silken.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Blanc de Blancs is a natural match for refined cuisine: think oysters, scallop carpaccio, sashimi, poached turbot, grilled langoustines or delicate fish dishes with citrus or beurre blanc. It also pairs beautifully with fine, subtle cheeses such as young goat’s cheese, brie or triple-cream styles, and makes an elegant aperitif on its own. Serve well-chilled at 8–10°C (46–50°F); a brief 10–15 minute rest in the glass after pouring will allow the aromas to fully unfold. Decanting is not required, but pouring into good-quality, tulip-shaped Champagne stems will best highlight its aromatics and mousse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded nearly 200 years ago by Swiss-born Henri-Marc de Venoge, Maison De Venoge is one of Champagne’s historic houses, renowned for its refined, vinous cuvées and distinctive aesthetic. Based in Épernay, the house has long championed a style that marries vibrant fruit with elegance and structure, earning a loyal following among collectors and connoisseurs worldwide. The famous blue ribbon—“cordon bleu”—on the label pays homage both to the Venoge river, from which the family takes its name, and to the noble sashes once worn by the European aristocracy. 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Drawn from the dramatically steep, walled slopes of Clos des Goisses, this long‑aged cuvée showcases the full, vinous power of this terroir with the crystalline precision of Extra Brut dosage. As one of the very first single-vineyard Champagnes ever produced and still one of the region’s most iconic bottlings, Clos des Goisses has been setting the benchmark for ageworthy, gastronomic Champagne since the 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, the 1999 Clos des Goisses L.V. shows a deep, burnished golden hue, a visual clue to its extended aging, with an elegant and persistent bead of very fine bubbles forming a delicate and enduring ring at the surface. The nose opens initially with striking freshness for its age, revealing yellow orchard fruits—mirabelle plum, ripe green and golden apple—before unfurling layers of acacia blossom, dried flowers, and subtle notes of honeycomb. With air, more tertiary nuances appear: toasted brioche, roasted nuts, light smoke, and a gentle, creamy patisserie character, all framed by a distinct chalky minerality.\n\nOn the palate, this Champagne is broad-shouldered and intensely vinous, more akin to a great white Burgundy from grand cru terroir than a simple aperitif Champagne. Fruit-driven flavors of baked apple, mirabelle, and citrus zest are interwoven with notes of honey, linden blossom, and delicate spice from partial oak vinification. The texture is enveloping and silky, yet the line of acidity is taut and precise, thanks to the absence of malolactic fermentation. The finish is long, saline, and tightly mineral, with a dry, chalk-inflected tension that counterbalances the wine’s richness. As a late-disgorged release that has already matured for many years on its lees and in bottle, it is beautifully evolved but still remarkably youthful, with the structure and concentration to continue developing for decades under proper cellaring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eClos des Goisses is a 5.83-hectare, walled vineyard—one of the very few true ‘clos’ in Champagne and the oldest and steepest of them all—perched on the best south-facing slope of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ. Its dramatic 45° incline maximizes sun exposure, while the extremely shallow soils over pure chalk bedrock give the wines their signature power, tension, and saline minerality. The blend typically favors Pinot Noir (around 70–75%) with Chardonnay making up the balance, all sourced exclusively from this single hillside. Grapes are harvested by hand due to the slope’s severity, allowing for meticulous selection of perfectly ripe bunches. A significant portion of the must is vinified in oak barrels, bringing added texture and complexity without inducing premature oxidation, while the remainder is fermented in tank to preserve purity and tension. Malolactic fermentation is blocked to retain the natural, vibrant acidity that is essential to balancing the vineyard’s opulence. The wine then undergoes its secondary fermentation in bottle and rests sur lie in Philipponnat’s historic cellars at a constant 12°C for an extended period—far longer than the appellation requires—before late disgorgement and finishing with a very low Extra Brut dosage (around 4 g\/L), allowing the terroir’s vinous character and striking minerality to shine with clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a deeply gastronomic Champagne that shines with richly flavored dishes rather than simple aperitif fare. Its intensity and structure make it superb with lobster or langoustine, butter-poached turbot, scallops with beurre blanc, and refined poultry dishes such as roast guinea fowl with morels. It also pairs beautifully with veal sweetbreads, truffled dishes, and aged, creamy cheeses like Chaource or mild Brie de Meaux. Serve at 10–12°C to allow the full aromatic spectrum and texture to emerge. Given its age, complexity, and late-disgorged character, this Clos des Goisses L.V. benefits from gentle aeration—decanting 30–60 minutes before serving in large, white-wine style glasses can help the wine fully open and reveal its layers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhilipponnat is a historic Champagne house based in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ, with roots in the region dating back to the early 16th century. Over generations, the family has built a reputation for producing Champagnes of depth, vinosity, and precision, with a particular emphasis on Pinot Noir and exceptional terroir expression. Their stewardship of Clos des Goisses, acquired in the 1930s, placed them at the forefront of the single-vineyard Champagne movement; Clos des Goisses is widely regarded as one of the greatest sites in the region and a reference point for ageworthy, gastronomic Champagne. 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Despite its generosity, it retains remarkable freshness and balance, with excellent aging potential thanks to Krug’s extensive cellar maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKrug Grande Cuvée is assembled from a wide selection of wines drawn from multiple years, allowing the house to build a signature style that transcends vintage variation. The blend always includes Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Pinot Meunier, with proportions adjusted to achieve the desired depth, structure, and aromatic complexity. It then spends around seven years aging in Krug’s cellars before release, which is central to its finesse and distinctive expression.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Champagne is ideal with refined dishes such as lobster, scallops, truffle risotto, roast poultry, aged Comté, or simply served as an exceptional aperitif. For the best experience, serve chilled at around 9–12°C; decanting is not essential, but allowing it a few minutes in the glass can help open its full aromatic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFounded in 1843, Champagne Krug has built its reputation on a singular commitment to individuality, depth, and generosity in Champagne. The house is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious names in the region, known for its meticulous blending philosophy and its ability to produce consistently outstanding wines year after year. 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Delicate mineral and lightly spiced nuances add complexity, while its balance and precision give it the kind of appeal that drinks beautifully now and will continue to hold its charm over the next few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDeutz sources fruit from carefully selected Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards across Champagne, helping ensure consistency and quality in every release. The blend brings together the structure of Pinot Noir, the elegance of Chardonnay, and the fruit-forward softness of Pinot Meunier, vinified to preserve freshness and a refined, classic house style.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Champagne is wonderfully versatile and works as both an aperitif and a food wine. It pairs especially well with oysters, shellfish, sushi, light fish dishes, poultry, and mild cheeses. 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