Charles Heidsieck: Elegant champagnes with a slew of international accolades
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A Storied History of Elegance and Innovation In 1851, Charles-Camille Heidsieck (nephew of Piper-Heidsieck's owner), a charismatic and visionary entrepreneur, founded Champagne Charles Heidsieck at the young age of 29. Born into a prestigious family with deep roots in the world of champagne, Charles became known as "Champagne Charlie" due to his passion for promoting his brand across the United States. Throughout its storied history, the house has been renowned for its innovative spirit and commitment to excellence, with Charles being one of the first champagne producers to successfully export its Sparkling Wine. The Art of Winemaking and Terroir Only...
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The Paring: Successor to The Cult Favorite Wine Screaming Eagle
The Paring has an extraordinary pedigree which is owned by the same owner as Screaming Eagle, the most famous cult wine in Napa. The winery was born in 2006 out of a desire to explore, experiment, and excite without rules. Made from the vineyard blocks that are either too young or don't fit into the vintage style of the highly acclaimed Jonata and The Hilt wines, The Paring is essentially a "chip off the old block." The grapes are sourced primarily from three Santa Barbara regions on the vanguard: Santa Ynez Valley, Sta. Rita Hills, and Santa Maria Valley. A...
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Frescobaldi: Italian Winemakers With 700-Years of History
Frescobaldi is one of the most important producers in Tuscany, having been recently awarded as "Italian Winery of the Year" in 2020 by Gambero Rosso. The Frescobaldi family has been producing Tuscan wine for over 700 years, becoming a reference point for the region. Their wines have even been supplied to the English king, Henry VIII, who reportedly considered it his favorite wine. Today, the family continues this legacy, with Lamberto Frescobaldi, the 30th generation, leading the Maison. He combines traditional and modern techniques to improve the quality of their wines, while still preserving the terroir of the Tuscan wine...
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