{"title":"Champagne Virginie T","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \"Princess of Champagne\" Virginie Taittinger established Champagne Virginie T in 2008 after more than 20 years working alongside her father, Claude, at Taittinger. Her mother’s family owned Piper-Heidsieck, giving her a background in two well-known houses before she set out on her own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShe now runs the house with her son, Ferdinand Pougatch-Taittinger, from Verzenay in the Montagne de Reims. Production is fewer than 90,000 bottles a year, using both their own vineyards and fruit sourced from other growers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe range centres on Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Reims and Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs. Blended cuvées sit alongside Blanc de Blancs and Blanc de Noirs, offering different perspectives on these grapes and their origins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLong ageing on lees is central to their approach, including for the introductory wines. It brings developed flavours and a rounded texture, balanced by freshness and generally modest dosage. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThese are Champagnes full of flavour and personality, with enough substance for the table, and the depth to go the distance.  Tremendous value here for an exciting small and independent Champagne house.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nv-champagne-virginie-t-transmission-brut","title":"NV Champagne Virginie T Transmission Brut","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"At 47, when I wanted to create my own Champagne house, I had to make very good Champagne. I can't compromise on quality. Everything I thought was a challenge in my life has turned out to be the opportunity of a lifetime.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Virginie Taittinger\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eVirginie Taittinger knows a thing or two about Champagne, and Transmission Brut is a great introduction to what she’s doing under her own name. It’s the starting point for our direct imports from Virginie T, with the incredible family pedigree, quality classified vineyards and extended ageing that got us excited about the range when we met in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter around twenty years working at Taittinger, Virginie\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e, labelled in her earlier years as the \"Princess of Champagne\", established her own house in 2008. She now makes the wines alongside her son Ferdinand Pougatch-Taittinger, keeping production small and giving the Champagnes plenty of time in the cellar before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransmission is led by Pinot Noir, with Chardonnay and Meunier completing the blend and a strong contribution from Premier Cru and Grand Cru classified vineyards. Extended ageing on lees - far beyond the usual at this price point - builds flavour and a creamy texture, so you’re getting the benefit of that patience when you open the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitrus and ripe orchard fruit come with toasted brioche and a little nuttiness. It’s generous and gently savoury, with fine bubbles and enough freshness to keep the finish clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the bottle to get to know the house, and one we want people to feel comfortable opening without a special occasion. For a family-made Champagne with 5+ years already spent in the cellar, this is one of best value fine Champagnes in the Aussie market today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Virginie T","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43912246624299,"sku":"NV Champagne Virginie T Transmission Brut","price":89.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/NVChampagneVirginieTTransmissionBrut.png?v=1791511853"},{"product_id":"nv-champagne-virginie-t-transmission-rose","title":"NV Champagne Virginie T Transmission Rose","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"At 47, when I wanted to create my own Champagne house, I had to make very good Champagne. I can't compromise on quality. Everything I thought was a challenge in my life has turned out to be the opportunity of a lifetime.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Virginie Taittinger\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFive years in the cellar before release is a pretty good starting point for rosé Champagne. Virginie T’s Transmission Rosé gets that time, along with fruit predominantly from Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, making it one of the most compelling Champagne Rose buys around.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirginie Taittinger spent around twenty years at her family’s famous house before establishing her own. Today she works alongside her son Ferdinand, making small quantities of Champagne with an emphasis on flavour, texture and patient ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere, Chardonnay takes a slight lead over Pinot Noir, with a small addition of Grand Cru red wine giving the blend its colour and extra depth. Three-quarters of the fruit comes from Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, followed by five years on lees to develop the wine and soften the bubbles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrawberry and cherry come with gentle spice and a little savoury richness. It’s dry and substantial, with a creamy feel, fine bubbles and the freshness to keep you coming back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere’s enough here to enjoy throughout a meal, or simply take your time over a glass. Family-made rosé Champagne with quality vineyards and years of ageing already behind it, offering remarkable value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Virginie T","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43912249245739,"sku":"NV Champagne Virginie T Transmission Rose","price":119.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/NVChampagneVirginieTTransmissionRose.png?v=1791511864"},{"product_id":"nv-champagne-virginie-t-equilibre-premier-cru","title":"NV Champagne Virginie T Equilibre Premier Cru","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"At 47, when I wanted to create my own Champagne house, I had to make very good Champagne. I can't compromise on quality. Everything I thought was a challenge in my life has turned out to be the opportunity of a lifetime.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Virginie Taittinger\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll Premier Cru fruit and at least five years in the cellar make Équilibre one of the best buys in the Virginie T lineup. It’s the sort of Champagne we were determined to find and bring in ourselves: proper pedigree, delicious to drink and tremendous value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirginie Taittinger brings twenty years of experience at her family’s famous house to the label she now runs with her son Ferdinand. Together, they keep production small and give their wines time to develop before release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eÉquilibre is equal parts Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, centred on the Premier Cru villages of Sermiers and Jouy-lès-Reims in the Petite Montagne de Reims. The clay-limestone soils contribute to a naturally rounded style, allowing a low dosage without making the wine feel austere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreserved citrus, almond and a little toast come with a supple texture and gentle chalky grip. There’s freshness through the long, dry finish, but the hallmark here is the delicious generosity of fruit - it's a great thing to drink!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is Champagne to pour in a proper wine glass and take your time with. Premier Cru vineyards, patient ageing and a family with serious Champagne experience make Équilibre a standout for value in our direct-import range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Virginie T","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43912249737259,"sku":"NV Champagne Virginie T Equilibre Premier Cru","price":129.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/NVChampagneVirginieTEquilibrePremierCru.png?v=1791511874"},{"product_id":"nv-champagne-virginie-t-blanc-de-blanc-grand-cru-cote-des-blancs","title":"NV Champagne Virginie T Blanc de Blanc Grand Cru Cote des Blancs","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"At 47, when I wanted to create my own Champagne house, I had to make very good Champagne. I can't compromise on quality. Everything I thought was a challenge in my life has turned out to be the opportunity of a lifetime.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Virginie Taittinger\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChardonnay has a special place in Virginie Taittinger’s story. After around twenty years at her family’s famous Champagne house where Chardonnay was so treasured by her father Claude Taittinger, she brought that experience to her own label, where this Blanc de Blancs shows another side of a largely Pinot-focused range.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMade alongside her son Ferdinand, it draws on Grand Cru vineyards in the Côte des Blancs, the heartland of Champagne Chardonnay. Their approach puts as much emphasis on texture and time in the cellar as it does on freshness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExtended ageing brings a gentle brioche character around the floral notes, with a chalky feel and a dry, saline finish. There’s enough roundness to make it welcoming, but the heart of this Chardonnay is about freshness, florals, fun fruit and fine fizz.  All the f's!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor anyone who gravitates towards Blanc de Blancs, this is a bottle well worth trying. 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Everything I thought was a challenge in my life has turned out to be the opportunity of a lifetime.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Virginie Taittinger\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/blockquote\u003e \n\u003cp\u003eA serious vintage Crand Cru Blanc de Noir here from the one-and-only Virginie Taittinger. Entirely Pinot Noir, entirely Grand Cru and given at least six years on lees, the 2018 Blanc de Noirs delivers plenty for the money.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirginie Taittinger and her son Ferdinand make this from three celebrated villages on the northern slopes of the Montagne de Reims. Verzenay, where the house is based, supplies most of the fruit, with Verzy and Mailly-Champagne completing the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sunny 2018 season gave them ripe, generous Pinot Noir, while these northern sites helped retain freshness and structure. Long ageing builds texture and complexity, with a low Extra Brut dosage keeping the finish dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed berry and cherry notes come with a gentle floral lift and a chalky, savoury edge. There’s real breadth through the palate, balanced by fresh acidity and a long, salty finish. It takes all the fruit, structure and texture from the other Virginie T cuvees and wraps them up together - it's a stunning Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour it in a wine glass and give it time to open up. Grand Cru vintage Champagne with six years of patience from a sensational small producer.  Fantastic buying for true Champagne lovers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Virginie T","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43912254029867,"sku":"2018 Champagne Virginie T Blanc de Noirs Grand Cru Montagne de Reims","price":169.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2572\/9722\/files\/2018ChampagneVirginieTBlancdeNoirsGrandCruMontagnedeReims.png?v=1791511898"},{"product_id":"nv-champagne-virginie-t-vt-grande-cuvee-8-ans","title":"NV Champagne Virginie T VT. Grande Cuvee 8 ans","description":"\u003cblockquote\u003e \u003cp\u003e\"At 47, when I wanted to create my own Champagne house, I had to make very good Champagne. I can't compromise on quality. 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There’s plenty of weight of course, but fresh acidity and a salty finish keep it dry and lively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe it in a generous wine glass and let it open up rather than pouring it ice cold. Mature Champagne flavour with the benefit of years in the cellar make this a particularly unique and rewarding bottle. Extremely limited with only a handful of bottles imported.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Champagne Virginie T","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43912259305515,"sku":"NV Champagne Virginie T VT. 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Everything I thought was a challenge in my life has turned out to be the opportunity of a lifetime.\"\u003cbr\u003e- Virginie Taittinger\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mixed pack is the perfect way to discover and taste the sensational wines of our latest direct import from France - Champagne Virginie T. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \"Princess of Champagne\" Virginie Taittinger established Champagne Virginie T in 2008 after more than 20 years working alongside her father, Claude, at Taittinger. Her mother’s family owned Piper-Heidsieck, giving her a background in two well-known houses before she set out on her own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShe now runs the house with her son, Ferdinand Pougatch-Taittinger, from Verzenay in the Montagne de Reims. Production is fewer than 90,000 bottles a year, using both their own vineyards and fruit sourced from other growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe range centres on Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Reims and Chardonnay from the Côte des Blancs. Blended cuvées sit alongside Blanc de Blancs and Blanc de Noirs, offering different perspectives on these grapes and their origins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLong ageing on lees is central to their approach, including for the introductory wines. It brings developed flavours and a rounded texture, balanced by freshness and generally modest dosage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are Champagnes full of flavour and personality, with enough substance for the table, and the depth to go the distance.  Tremendous value here for an exciting small and independent Champagne house.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pack includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNV Champagne Virginie T Transmission Brut\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNV Champagne Virginie T Transmission Rose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNV Champagne Virginie T Equilibre Premier Cru\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNV Champagne Virginie T Transmission Brut\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVirginie Taittinger knows a thing or two about Champagne, and Transmission Brut is a great introduction to what she’s doing under her own name. It’s the starting point for our direct imports from Virginie T, with the incredible family pedigree, quality classified vineyards and extended ageing that got us excited about the range when we met in France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter around twenty years working at Taittinger, Virginie\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e, labelled in her earlier years as the \"Princess of Champagne\", established her own house in 2008. She now makes the wines alongside her son Ferdinand Pougatch-Taittinger, keeping production small and giving the Champagnes plenty of time in the cellar before release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTransmission is led by Pinot Noir, with Chardonnay and Meunier completing the blend and a strong contribution from Premier Cru and Grand Cru classified vineyards. Extended ageing on lees - far beyond the usual at this price point - builds flavour and a creamy texture, so you’re getting the benefit of that patience when you open the bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCitrus and ripe orchard fruit come with toasted brioche and a little nuttiness. It’s generous and gently savoury, with fine bubbles and enough freshness to keep the finish clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the bottle to get to know the house, and one we want people to feel comfortable opening without a special occasion. For a family-made Champagne with 5+ years already spent in the cellar, this is one of best value fine Champagnes in the Aussie market today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"NV Champagne Virginie T Transmission Brut\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/nv-champagne-virginie-t-transmission-brut\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNV Champagne Virginie T Transmission Rose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFive years in the cellar before release is a pretty good starting point for rosé Champagne. Virginie T’s Transmission Rosé gets that time, along with fruit predominantly from Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, making it one of the most compelling Champagne Rose buys around.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirginie Taittinger spent around twenty years at her family’s famous house before establishing her own. Today she works alongside her son Ferdinand, making small quantities of Champagne with an emphasis on flavour, texture and patient ageing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHere, Chardonnay takes a slight lead over Pinot Noir, with a small addition of Grand Cru red wine giving the blend its colour and extra depth. Three-quarters of the fruit comes from Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, followed by five years on lees to develop the wine and soften the bubbles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrawberry and cherry come with gentle spice and a little savoury richness. It’s dry and substantial, with a creamy feel, fine bubbles and the freshness to keep you coming back.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere’s enough here to enjoy throughout a meal, or simply take your time over a glass. Family-made rosé Champagne with quality vineyards and years of ageing already behind it, offering remarkable value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"NV Champagne Virginie T Transmission Rose\" href=\"https:\/\/www.differentdrop.com\/products\/nv-champagne-virginie-t-transmission-rose\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNV Champagne Virginie T Equilibre Premier Cru\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll Premier Cru fruit and at least five years in the cellar make Équilibre one of the best buys in the Virginie T lineup. It’s the sort of Champagne we were determined to find and bring in ourselves: proper pedigree, delicious to drink and tremendous value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVirginie Taittinger brings twenty years of experience at her family’s famous house to the label she now runs with her son Ferdinand. Together, they keep production small and give their wines time to develop before release.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eÉquilibre is equal parts Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, centred on the Premier Cru villages of Sermiers and Jouy-lès-Reims in the Petite Montagne de Reims. The clay-limestone soils contribute to a naturally rounded style, allowing a low dosage without making the wine feel austere.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreserved citrus, almond and a little toast come with a supple texture and gentle chalky grip. There’s freshness through the long, dry finish, but the hallmark here is the delicious generosity of fruit - it's a great thing to drink!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is Champagne to pour in a proper wine glass and take your time with. 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