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The November 2026 Auction: Part 1
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Estimate: $470
Lightly scuffed label.
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98FM
"Strong yellow perlage with good volume on the palate, very fresh and clean, very youthful and fresh; some biscuit and mocha on the palate, very complex, demonstrating a fine bead; finely rich and with impressive length . . . [one might] call this structure gothic, for so clear is the delineation, yet with delicate hibiscus-tinged length along the finish. Impressive champagne."
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"Strong yellow perlage with good volume on the palate, very fresh and clean, very youthful and fresh; some biscuit and mocha on the palate, very complex, demonstrating a fine bead; finely rich and with impressive length . . . [one might] call this structure gothic, for so clear is the delineation, yet with delicate hibiscus-tinged length along the finish. Impressive champagne."
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French wine covers a remarkable range of styles, from the structured reds of Bordeaux to the sparkling wines of Champagne, where a second fermentation in the bottle creates the bubbles. Bordeaux is best known for red blends built around Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot, but it also makes dry whites and the sweet wines of Sauternes. Burgundy is a benchmark for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, with wines that can taste distinctly different from one village to the next. The RhĂ´ne Valley offers a contrast within a single region: Syrah shapes the reds of the north, while Grenache often leads the blends of the south. In the Loire Valley, Chenin Blanc can be dry, sweet or sparkling, while Cabernet Franc is the signature red grape of appellations such as Chinon and Saumur-Champigny. A French wine label often starts with a place name. The Appellation dâOrigine ContrĂ´lĂŠe (AOC) identifies a defined area and sets rules for permitted grapes and production. Learning a few appellation names makes it easier to recognize the styles you enjoy and find related wines from neighboring villages or other producers.
The northerly region that gives its name to the world's most celebrated sparkling wine, made by secondary fermentation in bottle from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier. Chalky soils and a cool climate yield wines of finesse and longevity.
The sole appellation for true Champagne, producing sparkling wines of finesse and complexity by traditional method from Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.