Dazzlingly complex. Aromas of a Moroccan tagine—cinnamon, apricots and preserved lemon—blend with toasted brioche and raspberry jam. Balance, persistence and plenty of juice in its savory, lively palate. A very promising bottle that still has decades ahead of it. Disgorged August 2008.
Andre Beaufort Champagne, Ambonnay
11.10.2009
To say Beaufort Champagne is natural is a gross simplification. Jacques
makes his own compost from plant and animal sources. He avoids the use
of copper and sulfur in the vineyard, as he believes they upset the
natural balance of flora and fauna in the fields, using instead his own
homeopathic teas and essential oils. Wines are fermented on natural
yeasts, and each unique bottle is aged on its fine lees for as long as
possible before disgorgement.
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Beaufort Ambonnay Grand Cru Demi Sec Rosé
France
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Champagne
“...another gorgeous wine from Beaufort...Smoke, minerals, sweet herbs and candied cherries all make an appearance in this generous, enveloping wine. The demi-sec rosé reveals terrific balance and a long, chalky finish that balances the wine’s sweetness..."
$97.50
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Beaufort Ambonnay Brut Grand Cru Non Dose 2005
France
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Champagne
To say Beaufort Champagne is natural is a gross simplification. Jacques makes his own compost from plant and animal sources. He avoids the use of copper and sulfur in the vineyard, as he believes they upset the natural balance of flora and fauna in the fields, using instead his own homeopathic teas and essential oils. Wines are fermented on natural yeasts, and each unique bottle is aged on its fine lees for as long as possible before disgorgement. Just 2,500 cases are produced each year.
$124.75
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Beaufort Ambonnay Brut Grand Cru Non Dose 1999
France
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Champagne
To say Beaufort Champagne is natural is a gross simplification. Jacques makes his own compost from plant and animal sources. He avoids the use of copper and sulfur in the vineyard, as he believes they upset the natural balance of flora and fauna in the fields, using instead his own homeopathic teas and essential oils. Wines are fermented on natural yeasts, and each unique bottle is aged on its fine lees for as long as possible before disgorgement. Just 2,500 cases are produced each year.
$160.50
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Beaufort Polisy Brut 1996
France
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Champagne
A perfect specimen that's begging to be enjoyed today. Ripe red fruits and caramelized pie crust show on the aromatic nose. A touch of salt introduces a ripe middle of treacle and fig…
$174.95
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Beaufort Ambonnay Brut Grand Cru 1990
France
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Champagne
“…a very pretty, harmonious wine. Made in a subtle, understated style, it reveals hushed tones of candied apricots, flowers and sweet spices, with white truffles that linger on the long, refined finish. It is a terrific effort from Beaufort.”—The Wine Advocate
$288.95
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Beaufort Polisy Brut 1990
France
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Champagne
The nose is open and expressive, suggesting cream tortes and citrus marmalade, with a touch of sherry. Very buttery on the palate, with notes of warm brioche and sweet fruits…
$189.95
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“The 2000 Brut Millésime Polisy is a boisterous, exuberant Champagne
loaded with the essence of smoke, earthiness, ripe peaches and minerals.
Today the wine comes across as rather young, but the material is
certainly there for it to develop into a splendid wine over the next few
years with some additional time on the cork.” — The Wine Advocate