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Champagne Bollinger demanded by James Bond
007 and Bollinger I may not be James Bond but I do love his choice of Champagne. Champagne Bollinger founded in 1829 has a long and prestigious history. Bollinger is located in the great Grande Cru Champagne Village of Aÿ (Pronouced AH- ee) known for it’s Pinot Noir Vines. Bollinger is […]
Champagne Tasting May 9th 2015
Sooner or later we all knew it would come down to Champagne tasting. Join Champagne tasting here RHC Selections will have a Champagne tasting Saturday May 9th from 3-5PM. We will be tasting three brilliant Champagnes from two great Champagne producers; one, a small Champagne House and one independent grower/producer. […]
What have we been drinking #1 Dom Perignon Rose 2003
Dom Perignon Rose 2003 Dom Perignon tete de cuvee of Moet & Chandon Moet & Chandon established in 1743 with the Moet family active in the region since the 1400’s Vineyard area of about 1200 hectares Status NM Case production 32,000,000 btls/yr Dom Perignon would be itself would be much […]
General Wine Glossary
General Wine Glossary Please note: due to the nature of this entry it will be constantly expanded as needed. Feel free to visit often. AOC – Appellation d’origine contrôlée, which translates as “controlled designation of origin”, is the French certification granted to certain French geographical indications for wines, cheeses, butters, […]
Champagne New and Old
I had an opportunity recently to taste two very different Champagnes together with great food and friends. (The best way to do these things really) A group of us went to Ariana’s in Bend Oregon. If you have are in Bend and have not been to Ariana’s, call now and […]