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A wine bottle occupies a very special
place on the Mosaic table. Wine has a long-standing significance in
the religions and traditions of Western societies; it has been an
integral part of our meals, our conversations and our lives for
centuries.
Great care and diligence have gone into selecting wines for inclusion
on this list. Those chosen represent the many varied styles and
flavors being produced around the world. Most importantly, the wines
selected must have a “personality”. Each wine should tell a story (for
those willing to listen) of the passion of the vigneron and the land
it came from. While some bottlings are showcase examples of the
varietal itself, some may seek to express the characteristics of its
vineyard or region (in France and in wine-speak, this is known as
terroir {tare WAH}). Every winemaker interprets the gifts from the
vineyards in their own way.
It’s a great time to be a wine lover! Advances in winemaking have made
it possible for more (and arguably better) wines to be available now
than ever before. Discover both new and ancient wine regions and their
grapes. Pleasure your palate with something unique.
Wine is meant to be enjoyed, shared and above all, consumed. Vintages
and prices are subject to change.
An empty bottle is the perfect receptacle for your memories.
Cheers, Matt Rinn
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ABBREVIATION KEY
I like to recognize wineries that make an effort to have a minimal impact
upon the Earth. The vineyard owners are less intrusive in their viticultural
methods, interpreting their role as stewards of the land. The best farmers
produce the best fruit, the best fruit makes the best wines. Do these
time-tested methods produce better wines? Judge for yourself.
BD – BioDynamic farming
A self-contained eco-system based on soil health and celestial movements.
NSA – No Sulfites Added
Sulfites occur naturally during fermentation, but these wineries don’t
utilize any additional sulfites during the winemaking process
OF – Organic Farming
Independently certified that all-natural products and methods are used.
SA – Sustainable Agriculture
No “official” certification but a belief in minimal intervention in the
vineyard.
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MV – Multi-Vintage
Sparkling wines and some fortified wines may have multiple vintages blended
together to achieve a consistency in the winery’s “house style”.
FW – Fortified Wine
Brandy is added to a wine during fermentation, stopping fermentation and
increasing the wine’s alcohol and sweetness levels.
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MOSAIC RESTAURANT OCTOBER 2007 |
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****Wines are meant to be enjoyed and consumed.Prices &
availability subject to change at any moment.**** |
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HALF BOTTLES |
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SPARKLING |
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Duval-Leroy -brut, "Femme", Vertus, Champagne, France, mv
(SA) |
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http://www.duval-leroy.com/ |
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138 |
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Duval-Leroy - rose', "Saignee", Vertus, Champagne, France,
mv (SA) |
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http://www.duval-leroy.com/ |
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44 |
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Gaston-Chiquet - brut, Dizy, Champagne, France, mv |
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http://www.skurnikwines.com/prospects.cgi?rm=view_prospect_detail&prospect_id=416 |
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48 |
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Gosset - rose', "Grand", Ay, Champagne, France, mv (SA) |
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http://www.champagne-gosset.com/index-uk.asp |
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72 |
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Gruet - brut, blanc de noirs, Albequerque, New Mexico, mv |
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http://www.gruetwinery.com/ |
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26 |
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Jean Vesselle - brut, grand cru, Bouzy, Champagne, France,
mv |
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http://www.champagnejeanvesselle.fr/produit_e.html |
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50 |
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Krug - brut, "Grand Cuvee", Reims, Champagne, France, mv |
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http://www.krug.com/en/Home.aspx |
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136 |
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Margaine - brut, "Cuvee Traditionelle", Villers-Marmery,
Champagne, France, mv |
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http://www.skurnikwines.com/wines.cgi?rm=view_detail&wine_id=2549 |
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46 |
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Pierre Peters - brut, blanc de blancs,
"Cuvee' de Reserve", Mesnil, Champagne, France, mv |
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http://www.skurnikwines.com/wines.cgi?rm=view_detail&wine_id=2601 |
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54 |
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Pol Roger - brut, Epernay, Champagne, France, mv |
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http://www.frederickwildman.com/wildmansite/wmphp/wine.php3?wine_id=260&submit.x=10&submit.y=10 |
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48 |
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Roederer - brut, Reims, Champagne,
France, mv |
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http://www.mmdusa.net/TechSheet.php?Wine=23 |
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52 |
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WORLD |
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cabernet sauvignon Chateau Soussans -
Margaux, Bordeaux, France, 2000 |
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44 |
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cabernet sauvignon Tenuta San Guido -
"Sassicaia", Tuscany, Italy, 1999 |
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http://www.sassicaia.com/gb/startgb.html |
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192 |
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chardonnay Michel - Montmains, premier
cru, Chablis, France, 2005 |
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http://www.vineyardbrands.com/WorkArea/showcontent.aspx?id=1424 |
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38 |
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chardonnay Sauzet - Puligny-Montrachett,
Burgundy, France, 2004 |
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http://www.etienne-sauzet.com/# |
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68 |
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chardonnay Vincent Girardin -
Corton-Charlemagne grand cru, Burgundy, France, 2004 |
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http://www.vincentgirardin.com/en/index.php |
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96 |
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corvina/rondinella Speri - Amarone della
Valpolicella, Veneto, Italy, 2001 |
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http://www.speri.com/ |
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74 |
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gewurtztraminer Weinbach - "Cuvee'
Laurence", Altenbourg, Alsace, France, 2000 (SA) |
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http://www.domaineweinbach.com/en/wines/index.htm |
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52 |
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grenache/syrah/ect. Mont Redon -
Chateauneuf-du-Pape, France, 2001 |
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http://www.chateaumontredon.fr/ |
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44 |
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merlot Chateau Clos de la Cure -
St-Emilion, Bordeaux, France, 1998 |
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38 |
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nebbiolo Marcarini - Brunate, Barolo,
Italy, 1998 |
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http://www.marcarini.it/eng/welcome.html |
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68 |
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pinot noir Clair - "Les Veroilles",
Chambolle-Musigny, Burgundy, France, 2004 |
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http://www.bruno-clair.com/# |
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46 |
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pinot noir Gouges - Nuits-St.-George,
Burgundy, France, 2004 |
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http://www.gouges.com/uk/1default.htm |
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54 |
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riesling Kerpen - spatlese, Wehlener
Sonnenuhr, Mosel, Germany, 2002 |
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http://www.weingut-kerpen.de/pages/eng_fam.html |
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32 |
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sangiovese grosso Costanti - Brunello di
Montelcino, Tuscany, Italy, 1999 |
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http://www.empson.com/public/producers/index.php?region_id=5&producer_id=70&action=select_winery |
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78 |
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sangiovese/cabernet sauvignon
Terrabianca - "Campaccio", Tuscany, Italy, 2003 |
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http://www.terrabianca.com/e/IlVino/body_campaccio.shtml |
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50 |
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shiraz D'Arenberg - "Dead Arm", McLaren
Vale, Australia, 2003 |
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http://www.darenberg.com.au/ |
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72 |
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USA |
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cabernet sauvignon Caldwell - Napa, 2002 |
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http://www.caldwellvineyard.com/ |
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84 |
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cabernet sauvignon Corison - Napa, 2000 |
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http://www.corison.com/ |
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54 |
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cabernet sauvignon Paul Hobbs - Napa,
2003 |
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http://www.paulhobbs.com/ |
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90 |
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chardonnay Chateau Montelena - Napa,
2003 |
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http://www.montelena.com/ |
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36 |
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petit verdot Spring Valley Vineyard -
Walla Walla, Washington, 2001 |
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http://www.springvalleyvineyard.com/ |
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42 |
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pinot noir Patz & Hall - Hyde vineyard,
Carneros, 2005 (SA) |
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http://www.patzhall.com/ |
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60 |
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sauvignon blanc Araujo - Eisele
vineyard, Napa, 2005 (BD) |
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http://www.araujoestate.com/content/pages/ourmission.html |
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60 |
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syrah Justin - Paso Robles, 2003 |
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http://www.justinwine.com/ |
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32 |
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viognier Miner - Simpson vineyard
(Lodi), Napa, 2004 |
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http://www.minerwines.com/index.html |
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34 |
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zinfandel Ridgel - Lytton Springs,
Sonoma, 2004 |
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http://www.ridgewine.com/wines/wines.tml |
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42 |
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MAGNUMS |
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cabernet sauvignon Chateau Montelena -
Estate, Napa, USA, 1997 |
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http://www.montelena.com/ |
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536 |
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cabernet sauvignon Paradigm - Oakville,
Napa, USA, 2002 (SA) |
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http://www.paradigmwinery.com/ |
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222 |
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cabernet sauvignon
Galante - Blackjack Ranch, Carmel, USA,
2003 (3 liter) |
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http://www.galantevineyards.com/ |
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768 |
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cabernet sauvignon Woodward Canyon -
"Artist's Series", Columbia Valley, Washington, USA, 2000 |
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http://www.woodwardcanyon.com/ |
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178 |
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merlot/cabernet sauvignon Betz Family -
"Clos de Betz", Columbia Valley, Washington, USA, 2004 |
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http://www.betzfamilywinery.com/ |
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168 |
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nebbiolo Produttori del Barbaresco -
Montestefano, Barbaresco, Italy, 1997 |
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http://www.produttoridelbarbaresco.com/default_en.htm |
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212 |
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pinot noir Bertagna - Clos de la
Perriere 1er cru, Vougeot, Burgundy, France, 1996 |
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http://www.domainebertagna.com/ |
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312 |
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sparkling Moet & Chandon - "Brut
Imperial", Champagne, France, mv |
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http://www.moet.com/index_us.php |
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156 |
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tempranillo Vega Sicilia - "Unico",
Ribera del Duero, Spain, 1970 |
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1111 |
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zinfandel Storybook Mountain - Mayacamas
Range, Napa, USA, 1998 (OF) |
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http://www.storybookwines.com/ |
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104 |
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SPARKLING WINES |
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Champagne, France |
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Billecart-Salmon - brut, "Cuvee Nicolas-Francois Billecart",
Mareuil-sur-Ay, Vallee de la Marne, 1995 |
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http://www.champagne-billecart.fr/ |
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148 |
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Billiot - brut rose, grand cru, Ambonnay, Montagne de Reims,
mv |
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http://www.skurnikwines.com/wines.cgi?rm=view_detail&wine_id=2557 |
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104 |
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Bollinger - brut, "Grand Annee", Ay, Montagne de Reims,
1996 (OF) |
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http://www.champagne-bollinger.fr/ |
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234 |
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Chartogne-Taillet - brut, "Cuvee St. Anne", Merfy, mv |
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http://chartogne-taillet.typepad.fr/ |
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86 |
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Dampierre - brut, "Family Reserve", grand cru, Chenay, 1990 |
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http://www.dampierre.com/graphisme/Daehome.asp |
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184 |
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Gimmonet - brut, blanc de blancs, 1 er cru, Cuis, Cote des
Blancs, mv |
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http://www.skurnikwines.com/prospects.cgi?rm=view_prospect_detail&prospect_id=421 |
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90 |
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Gosset - brut, "Grand Rose", grand cru, Ay, Vallee de la
Marne, mv |
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http://www.champagne-gosset.com/index-uk.asp |
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140 |
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Jean Milan - brut, blanc de blancs, grand cru, Oger, Cote
des Blancs, mv |
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http://www.champagne-gosset.com/index-uk.asp |
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92 |
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Jean Vesselle - brut, "Oeil de Perdrix", grand cru, Bouzy,
Montagne de Reims, mv |
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http://www.champagnejeanvesselle.fr/produit_e.html |
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96 |
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Perrier-Jouet - brut, "Fleur de Champagne", Epernay, Vallee
se la Marne, 1995 (OF) |
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http://www.perrier-jouet.com/US/fullscreen.htm |
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216 |
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Perrier-Jouet - brut, Epernay, Vallee de la Marne, mv (OF) |
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http://www.perrier-jouet.com/US/fullscreen.htm |
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58 |
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Philipponnat - brut, "Royale Reserve", Mareuil-sur-Ay,
Vallee de la Marne, mv |
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http://www.champagnephilipponnat.com/en.html |
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84 |
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Salon - brut, blanc de blancs, "Cuvee' S", grand cru, Les
Mesnil-sur-Oger, Cote des Blancs, 1985 |
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http://www.wilsondaniels.com/brand.php?sessionID=iTaD90apYJYH7ZKL&id=33&sIE=2&sIB=33&sIP=0&sIS=0 |
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356 |
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Salon - brut, blanc de blancs, "Cuvee' S", grand cru, Les
Mesnil-sur-Oger, Cote des Blancs, 1988 |
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http://www.wilsondaniels.com/brand.php?sessionID=iTaD90apYJYH7ZKL&id=33&sIE=2&sIB=33&sIP=0&sIS=0 |
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348 |
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Soutiran - brut rose', grand cru, Ambonnay, Montagne de
Reims, mv |
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http://www.soutiran.com/ |
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116 |
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Turgy - brut, blanc de blancs, "Reserve Selection", grand
cru, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Cote des Blancs, mv |
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http://northberkeleyimports.com/articles/index.php?id=352 |
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110 |
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Vilmart - brut, "Grand Cellier", Rilly-La-Montagne, Montagne
de Reims, mv |
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http://www.champagnevilmart.com/ |
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140 |
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Zoemie de Sousa - brut, "Precieuse", grand cru, Avize, Cote
des Blancs, mv (OF) |
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136 |
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World |
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Argyle - brut, Oregon, USA, 1999 |
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http://www.argylewinery.com/ |
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44 |
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Ca' del Bosco - brut, Franciacorta, Italy, mv |
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http://www.terlatowines.com/wines/italy/ca_del_bosco/ |
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58 |
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Gruet - brut, blanc de blancs, New Mexico, USA, 2000 |
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http://www.gruetwinery.com/ |
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44 |
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Johannishof - riesling,
sekt, Germany, 2003 |
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http://www.4inwine.com/html/johannishof.html |
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38 |
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Laetitia - brut rose, Arroyo Grande, Central Coast, USA, mv |
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http://www.laetitiawine.com/ |
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52 |
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Mont Marcal - brut, Cava, Spain, mv |
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http://www.classicalwines.com/bodegas/mont-marcal.htm |
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34 |
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Mountain Dome - brut, Washington, USA, mv |
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http://www.mountaindome.com/ |
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36 |
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Nino Franco - prosecco, "Rive di San Floriano",
Valdobbiadene, Italy, 2004 |
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http://www.vindivino.com/showwine.php?WineId=79008204 |
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50 |
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Schild Estate - sparkling shiraz, Barossa Valley, Australia,
2003 |
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http://www.schildestate.com.au/ |
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56 |
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Schramsberg - brut, blanc de blancs, Napa, USA, 2001 |
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http://www.schramsberg.com/ |
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56 |
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Taltarni - brut, blanc de noirs, "La Tache", Australia, mv |
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http://www.taltarni.com.au/ |
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40 |
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Torre Oria - demi-sec, rose', Cava, Spain, mv |
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http://www,torreoria.com/ |
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36 |
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