{"title":"France","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeedless to say, we are huge French enthusiasts and strive to offer one of the most dynamic and exciting ranges of wine in Ireland. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore our collection featuring the finest from \u003ca title=\"Browse our Bordeaux Collection\" href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/bordeaux\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBordeaux,\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/loire\" title=\"Explore our Loire Valley Wine selection\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLoire Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/bourgogne\" title=\"Explore our Burgundy wine collection\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBourgogne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/beaujolais\" title=\"Explore our Beaujolais wine collection\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeaujolais\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/rhone-valley-wines-ireland\" title=\"Explore our Rhone Valley wine selection\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRhône Valley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/cotes-de-provence\" title=\"Explore our Provence wine collection\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/languedoc-roussillon\" title=\"Explore our Languedoc-Roussillon wine selection\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLanguedoc-Roussillon.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.custom-html-container,\n.custom-html-container * {\n  background-color: transparent !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Remove any inherited top margin *\/\n  \n}\n\n.custom-html-container {\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Ensure container has no top space *\/\n  padding-top: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.custom-html-container .global-button {\n  background-color: #35174D !important;\n  color: #ffffff !important;\n  border: 2px solid #35174D !important;\n  display: inline-flex;\n  padding: 25px 40px;\n  font-family: Futura, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  font-weight: 400;\n  line-height: 110%;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  transition: background-color 0.3s ease, color 0.3s ease;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Explicitly remove top margin *\/\n}\n  \n.custom-html-container .global-button:hover {\n  background-color: #ffffff !important;\n  color: #35174D !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-html-container\" style=\"margin-top: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/view-all-wine\" class=\"global-button\"\u003eBack to \"View all Wines\" Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"krug-vintage","title":"Krug Brut Vintage, 2006","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePeerless and powerfully expressive vintage Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Quite rich and polished. No hint of astringency. But zesty on top and with lots of undertow. Long with a particularly rich finish.\" Jancis Robinson, 16 points, June 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16pts Jancis Robinson (Tasted Jun 19)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e97pts Robert Parker (Tasted Sep 20)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e95pts Decanter (Tasted Oct 20)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNow to 2050\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrilled shrimps, Indian buttermilk chicken, Cheesecake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKrugs 2006 Brut is clearly one of the vintages highlights. While many 2006 Champagnes are likely to be at their best in their demonstrative youth, this is one wine unquestionably built for the long haul.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Krug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33334052290691,"sku":"100389","price":400.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/Krug-2006-France-Champagne-Whelehans-Wines.jpg?v=1707394170"},{"product_id":"veuve-clicquot-rose-brut-nv","title":"Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut Rosé","description":"\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Fresh, Elegant and Full-Bodied Rosé From One of Champagnes Powerhouses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Full-bodied' in=\"\" and=\"\" fruity=\"\" with=\"\" an=\"\" attractive=\"\" toasty=\"\" edge=\"\" luminous=\"\" copper=\"\" hues=\"\" appearance=\"\" bursting=\"\" aromas=\"\" of=\"\" red=\"\" berries=\"\" cherries=\"\" orange=\"\" rind=\"\" rose=\"\" petals=\"\" dried=\"\" white=\"\" flowers=\"\" charming=\"\" supple=\"\" further=\"\" flavours=\"\" vienniese=\"\" pastries=\"\" toasted=\"\" bread=\"\" mint=\"\" wrapped=\"\" around=\"\" its=\"\" core=\"\" fruits=\"\"\u003eFull-bodied and fruity with an attractive toasty edge. Luminous copper hues in appearance and bursting with aromas of red berries and cherries, orange rind, rose petals and dried white flowers. Charming and supple, with further flavours of Vienniese pastries, toasted bread and mint wrapped around its core of red fruits.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"-89 pts Decanter (Tasted Jan 21) --88 pts Wine Enthusiast (Tasted Jan 21) -16 pts Jancis Robinson (Jan 2021)\"}'\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle type=\"text\/css\"\u003e\u003c!--\ntd {border: 1px solid #ccc;}br {mso-data-placement:same-cell;}\n--\u003e\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Veuve Clicquot Rosé Champagne can be paired with a wide range of options. 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This is a very aromatic wine with red berry fruit, pomegranate and apples. A medium to full-bodied wine with a delicate mousse. 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Intense, perfumed primary red fruit aromas of raspberry and red-currants are to the fore. You also get some crisp apple, yellow plum and citrus undertones with a hint of marzipan. On the palate it is clean and pure with a delightfully soft, creamy finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"-90 pts Wine Spectator (Tasted Oct 21)   -90 pts Decanter (Tasted Oct 19)   -17 pts Jancis Robinson (Tasted Nov 18)\"}'\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend of 40% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir and 30% Pinot Meunier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"-90 pts Wine Spectator (Tasted Oct 21)   -90 pts Decanter (Tasted Oct 19)   -17 pts Jancis Robinson (Tasted Nov 18)\"}'\u003e90 pts | Wine Spectator\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"-90 pts Wine Spectator (Tasted Oct 21)   -90 pts Decanter (Tasted Oct 19)   -17 pts Jancis Robinson (Tasted Nov 18)\"}'\u003e\u003cspan\u003e90 pts |  Decanter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:  \u003c\/strong\u003eIdeal now\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003eThis is a great dessert wine and built for red-fruit based based desserts like strawberry cake. Will also work really well with wild salmon or sushi \u003cspan\u003e| 🌡️ Serve slightly chilled, between  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e8 -12 °C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"teaser-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou would be forgiven for thinking that the “Salmon” in the title refers to the colour of the wine but not so. 7 Generations ago in 1818, Elisabeth Salmon and Nicolas Franϛois Billecart setup this small family-owned House.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIn 1970 the winemaker in chief here, Jean-Roland, decided to focus on Rosé Champagne. At the time it was considered a secondary wine. Due to Jean-Roland’s foresight and skills the quality of the wine has since gone from strength to strength. It is now their flagship cuvee.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe blend is 40% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir and 30% Pinot Meunier. The House has a specific philosophy around the style of this Rosé. First and foremost, they want it to be both fruity and fresh and it certainly is that.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.custom-html-container,\n.custom-html-container * {\n  background-color: transparent !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Remove any inherited top margin *\/\n  \n}\n\n.custom-html-container {\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Ensure container has no top space *\/\n  padding-top: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.custom-html-container .global-button {\n  background-color: #35174D !important;\n  color: #ffffff !important;\n  border: 2px solid #35174D !important;\n  display: inline-flex;\n  padding: 25px 40px;\n  font-family: Futura, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  font-weight: 400;\n  line-height: 110%;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  transition: background-color 0.3s ease, color 0.3s ease;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Explicitly remove top margin *\/\n}\n  \n.custom-html-container .global-button:hover {\n  background-color: #ffffff !important;\n  color: #35174D !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-html-container\" style=\"margin-top: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champagne\" class=\"global-button\"\u003eBrowse our Champagne Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Billecart-Salmon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33334165667971,"sku":"113800","price":99.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/Billecart-Salmon-Rose-Champagne-France-Whelehans-Wines.jpg?v=1707748428"},{"product_id":"ruinart-blanc-de-blancs","title":"Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Brut, NV","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElegant \u0026amp; Fragrant Champagne\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA vibrant, luminous colour with intense citrus fruit aromas. Well rounded, fresh with lots of citrus fruits and pineapple undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e17+ Jancis Robinson, May 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the very first Champagne house established in 1729. This Champagne is made from Chardonnay grapes grown in the Côte de Blancs and the Montagne de Reims. 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The cellar master blends the Crus to ensure the consistency of the house which makes the Yellow Label utterly reliable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.custom-html-container,\n.custom-html-container * {\n  background-color: transparent !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Remove any inherited top margin *\/\n  \n}\n\n.custom-html-container {\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Ensure container has no top space *\/\n  padding-top: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.custom-html-container .global-button {\n  background-color: #35174D !important;\n  color: #ffffff !important;\n  border: 2px solid #35174D !important;\n  display: inline-flex;\n  padding: 25px 40px;\n  font-family: Futura, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  font-weight: 400;\n  line-height: 110%;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  transition: background-color 0.3s ease, color 0.3s ease;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Explicitly remove top margin *\/\n}\n  \n.custom-html-container .global-button:hover {\n  background-color: #ffffff !important;\n  color: #35174D !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-html-container\" style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 0; padding-top: 0;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/champagne\" class=\"global-button\"\u003eBrowse our Champagne Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Veuve Clicquot","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33334181658755,"sku":"114027","price":65.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/Veuve-Clicquot-Champagne-ireland-Whelehans-Wines.jpg?v=1707998873"},{"product_id":"pol-roger-brut","title":"Pol Roger Brut Réserve, NV","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Beautiful Champagne From a Highly Regarded Family Run House\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith plenty of fine bubbles, this Champagne is harmonious and fresh. The flavours of apricot and tangerine balance well with the honey and spice undertones. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e92 points, Robert Parker, June 2018.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegularly attains 16 from Jancis Robinson in blind tastings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePol Roger produces some of the best value Champagnes. They blend equal parts of the three grape varieties from 30 different crus, using 25% reserve wines. Pinot Noir brings structure, body and power; Pinot Meunier ensures roundness and fruitiness; Chardonnay adds complexity, finesse and elegance. Pol Roger do not use any oak, but still produce a full-bodied rich style of Champagne. \u003ca href=\"javascipt:;\" class=\"js-col-des-read-more\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"javascipt:;\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e","brand":"Pol Roger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33334197452931,"sku":"113941","price":59.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/Paul-Roger-France-Champagne-Whelehans-Wines-Ireland.jpg?v=1707839923"},{"product_id":"tracy-pouilly-fume-sauvignon-blanc","title":"Château de Tracy Pouilly-Fumé, 2023","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA Sauvignon Blanc of Elegance and Energy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis wine opens with bright aromas of lemon peel and crushed chalk, accompanied by a distinctive gunpowder freshness that adds intrigue. Subtle minty and herbal nuances enhance its aromatic complexity. On the palate, vibrant fruit flavours of pear, apple, and lemon peel take center stage, all underpinned by a lively sense of vivacity. The acidity is superb, providing excellent structure and potential for further development. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2 stars in the 2023 Bettane \u0026amp; Desseauve Guides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\" -88pts Decanter World Wine Awards -Silver Medal, International Wine Challenge (Awarded 22) -100% Sauvignon Blanc\"}'\u003e100% Sauvignon Blanc\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Grilled shrimp, herbed goat cheese tart, salmon teriyaki\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003c\/span\u003e2023-2028\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":961,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"While' is=\"\" in=\"\" by=\"\" for=\"\"\u003eWhile many wine lovers are familiar with the Loire, there is still good reason to believe that the region is under appreciated. Certainly the quality to price ratio here is second to none. This offering from Château de Tracy is a case in point. Run by the same family since the 14th Century, it is a standout Château in the region. We’ve no hesitation in telling you that this wine is considered a benchmark not just for the Loire, but for anywhere that does the grape. 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Lively, fresh and with a distinctive gun smoke and chalky minerality on a lengthy finish. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Sauvignon Blanc \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom 35 year old vines \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful, impressive and textured\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNow to 2029\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrilled swordfish, crab salad w\/ asparagus, fresh goat cheese salad.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHistorically, the Loire was the playground of France’s nobility. While that era has long gone, it could be said that the producers of Domaine de Ladoucette are a modern day version of the aristocracy. With holdings in Sancerre, Pouilly-Fume, Chinon and Vouvray, few can match their reach and expertise. This Cuvée is ready to drink now, but atypically for the region, is also built with age in mind. This sets it apart from many of its peers. Sancerre continues to be a global reference point for old world Sauvignon Blanc and few know it better than this Domaine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Baron de Ladoucette","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":33780960690307,"sku":"111240","price":37.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/Lafond-Sancerre-France-White-Wine-Whelehans-Wines-Ireland.jpg?v=1709039381"},{"product_id":"breuil-calvados-w00027","title":"Château du Breuil, Fine Calvados","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cem\u003eVigorous and Fresh Calvados from Pays d'Auge\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"613\"\u003eChâteau du Breuil Calvados is a superb apple brandy hailing from Normandy, France. It is aged for two years in oak casks, a process that imparts a rich gold colour while beautifully mellowing the vibrant, fruity taste of its youth. This Calvados is both vigorous and fresh on the palate, delivering an immediate, lively flavour. It proudly carries the prestigious 'Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée Pays d'Auge' designation, a testament to its exceptional quality and traditional production methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"613\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"cws-attribute-value\"\u003eGold Medal World Calvados Awards 2024 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"192\" data-end=\"613\" style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAged two years in oak casks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:  \u003c\/strong\u003eOnce opened, Calvados is best to consume within six months to two years. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003eLobsters and scallops, grilled salmon with Dijon-apple sauce, soft cheeses such as Brie or Camembert, Tarte Tatin or Trou Normand,\u003cspan data-huuid=\"9829757290890335084\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e a traditional way to serve Calvados, where a small glass is drunk between courses during a heavy meal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-huuid=\"9829757290890336525\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is often served with a scoop of apple sorbet to help digestion and refresh the palate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"pjBG2e\" data-cid=\"b654f913-cd5a-4ccb-977e-3c56b2ce3c1c\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"UV3uM\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e| 🌡️ Calvados is best served at room temperature, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003earound \u003cstrong\u003e 16-20°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THE WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"147\" data-end=\"761\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe apple is the basic ingredient to make quality Calvados. 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It is elegant and balanced, punching well above its weight and representing astonishing quality and class. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eBlend of the three Champagne grapes, with 10-20% reserve wines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003eAged for three years on the lees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:  \u003c\/strong\u003eReady now!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:  \u003c\/strong\u003eOysters, fish, seafood, cheeses |🌡️ Serve chilled between 8 and 10°C  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a long and varied history dating back to its beginnings in 1785, when it was created by Florens-Louis Heidsieck, Piper-Heidsieck is one of Champagne’s most well-known yet underestimated houses. From being a favourite of Marilyn Monroe (who claimed she liked a glass to wake up in the morning) to being the first ever bottle of Champagne to feature in a movie (the 1933 Laurel and Hardy film ‘Sons of the Desert’), it has long links to the world of cinema. 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The flavours of apricot and tangerine balance well with the honey and spice undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"\u003cem\u003e'Richly biscuity on the nose, with steamed rice, fresh pear and citrus blossom complexity. Creamy mousse dissolves into red apple peel, lemon and stone fruits, with a depth of honeyed biscuits. The Reserve NV from Pol Roger is a blend of base wines from at least three vintages. 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They blend equal parts of the three grape varieties from 30 different crus, using 25% reserve wines. Pinot Noir brings structure, body and power; Pinot Meunier ensures roundness and fruitiness; Chardonnay adds complexity, finesse and elegance. 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It is elegant and balanced, punching well above its weight and representing astonishing quality and class. The Rosé Sauvage is a boldly gastronomic wine, made with an unusually large proportion of red wines (20-25% depending on the vintage base) giving it impressive structure and intensity. It eschews the trend for water-pale rosé and delivers plenty of concentration and personality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith a long and varied history dating back to its beginnings in 1785, when it was created by Florens-Louis Heidsieck, Piper-Heidsieck is one of Champagne’s most well-known yet underestimated houses. From being a favourite of Marilyn Monroe (who claimed she liked a glass to wake up in the morning) to being the first ever bottle of Champagne to feature in a movie (the 1933 Laurel and Hardy film ‘Sons of the Desert’), it has long links to the world of cinema. 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The nose is fresh and reveals a wide range of red fruit flavors along with a mellow and elegant woodiness. The mouth is powerful and round, supported by smooth and subtle tannins. The wine reveals a good length on the palate with fruity and slightly woody tastes. Already perfect to be tasted, the wine can also support an aging period to highlight the quality of the tannins and the woody notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbandoning the world of finance and Paris, Arnaud de Butler has made his home among the vineyards of Bordeaux. After thorough training in viticulture, he took up the reins of Château Crabitey from his father. The first vintages he produced were revelations, winning one award after another. 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A gigantic work on the soil has shown that the lands of Chateau Olivier were located on the most beautiful terroirs of the Pessac Léognan appellation.  \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/bordeaux\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/bordeaux\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-fontsize=\"15\" data-lineheight=\"20\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Olivier","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39667141345411,"sku":"112161","price":49.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/chateau-olivier-graves-red-wine-bordeaux-whelehans-wines.jpg?v=1706110347"},{"product_id":"camarsac","title":"Château de Camarsac Vieilles Vignes, 2020","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntense and complex Bordeaux Supérieur\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDark fruit flavours and subtle hints of tobacco, spice and liquorice. Fine tannins on the finish contribute greatly to the overall structure. This wine is rich and elegant with great capacity to age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich and Elegant\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e: Drink now or through 2027\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e It would pair well with roast lamb, venison, duck breast or beef-based dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVines surround a fortified castle at this estate owned by a member of the Lurton family. \u003c\/span\u003eThe estate has been around since the early fourteenth century and is based in Entre-Deux-Mers. Thierry Lurton and his excellent team run the winery combining their knowledge, traditions, modern techniques and skills to produce great tasting wines. The vineyards of Château de Camarsac benefit from the diversity of its terroir and huge grape varieties. All the winemakers work on the principles of excellence and sincerity for producing their wines. They don’t use chemicals for cultivating their wines. \u003ca data-mce-fragment=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/bordeaux\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/bordeaux\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château de Camarsac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39679147540611,"sku":"113038","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/Camarsac-Bordeaux-Superieur-red-wine-Whelehans-Wines-Ireland.jpg?v=1710013199"},{"product_id":"beauchene-cndp-hommage","title":"Château Beauchêne Hommage a Odette Bernard Châteauneuf-du-Pape Grande Réserve, 2019","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUnique Châteauneuf-du-Pape made on best vintage only \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe robe has a dark garnet red colour, is clear and brilliant. Great aromas of stewed red fruits (blackberries, blackcurrants, plums…) with some notes of undergrowth, cedar and violet on the nose. The palate is rich, complex and balanced. This powerful and subtle wine presents well-integrated silky tannins.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16.5 Points, Jancis Robinson Oct 2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAged in French oak demi-muids for 12 to 18 months.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring Potential\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 to 20 years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e:  Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, pasta, and cheese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMichel Bernard wanted to pay tribute to his mother Odette, who devoted herself all her life to the family estate. He\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e has lived in Orange, a commune in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region in southeastern France, since the 17th century. As tenant farmers, the Bernards profited from the social upheavals of the French Revolution, buying their first vineyard soon after the momentous event in 1794. This vineyard is still part of Château Beauchêne but today the property extends to 70 hectares, including vineyards representing three appellations, Châteauneuf du Pape, Côtes du Rhône Villages and Côtes du Rhône. All wines, however, are vinified and matured in Château Beauchêne. Michel Bernard remains in charge of winemaking, working with his wife Dominique Vergniaud and their daughter Amandine Bernard, to create and market their array of impressive wines including Le Terroir. Bernard believes that ‘the character of a vineyard results as much from the history of its terroir as from the personality of the winemakers who fashion it’. He is careful to minimise the use of pesticides saying that a vineyard must be allowed express itself without being forced. ‘Balance between the characteristics of the soil and the capacity of the grape variety, is the only way to preserve the true wealth of a vineyard through generations.’ \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/blogs\/wineries\/chateau-beauchene\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/blogs\/wineries\/chateau-beauchene\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/blogs\/wineries\/chateau-beauchene\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/blogs\/wineries\/chateau-beauchene\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVIEW MORE WINES FROM CHATEAU BEAUCHENE\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Château Beauchêne","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39682150498435,"sku":"112144","price":45.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/Beauchene-chateauneuf-du-pape-Hommage-France-Wine-Whelehans-Wines.jpg?v=1706098977"},{"product_id":"domaine-delaporte-sancerre-silex-blanc-112255","title":"Domaine Delaporte Sancerre Silex Blanc, 2022","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA varietal \u0026amp; terroir triumph\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA joyous multidimensional expression of Sauvignon Blanc from exceptional silex terroir. It has captivating notes of white flowers with subtle citrus references. The palate is wonderfully textured and round on the palate with layers of subtle and enticing yellow fruits flavours. Memorable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePrevious vintage reviewed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/blogs\/news\/tom-doorley-spotlight-on-the-loire-valley\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTom Doorley, Irish Mail on Sunday, 29th May 2022\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e17th Century family owned Domaine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e50 year old Vines planted in flinty soils, silex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAged in large format French oak barrels of 2000 litres.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Firm textured saltwater fish. Coquilles Saint-Jacques. Roast chicken\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\" style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e: 2-4 years\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eA 17th Century family owned Domaine that is causing a real stir in Sancerre with Matthieu Delaporte at the helm. In Matthieu’s own words “precision, balance and complexity are the watchwords of our cuvées with each delivering a strong sense of their individual terroirs, marked by considerable minerality, power and freshness”. This is the most perfect summation of their complex, intriguing and delicious wines.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Domaine Delaporte","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39702504636547,"sku":"113308","price":29.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/Delaporte-White-Wine-Sancerre-Silex-France-Whelehans-Wines.jpg?v=1706028729"},{"product_id":"pauillac-de-latour","title":"Château Latour Le Pauillac de Latour, 2017","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePowerful, superb offering from iconic Bordeaux estate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFruity, fleshy, powerful and intense and that’s just the aromatics. Flavours of ripe cassis with wild blackberry and strawberry, redcurrant and cherry. The signature cigar box and smoke is here alongside graphite and camphor notes. Full-bodied with tannins that are supple to the point of melting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e16.5pts Jancis Robinson (Tasted Apr 18) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e91pts Robert Parker (Tasted Mar 22) \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNow to 2037\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe classic pairing for Pauillac reds is slow-cooked rack of lamb. Also try Côte du Boeuf with panfried ceps. 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If this is the quality of their 3rd wine, one can only ponder in awe at how good their Grand Vin must be. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/bordeaux\"\u003eRead More.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Latour","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39718439551107,"sku":"112309","price":99.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/Whelehans-Wines-chateau-Latour-le-pauillac-2017-Red-Wine.jpg?v=1706023125"},{"product_id":"chateau-vieux-certan-2019-112415","title":"Vieux Château Certan, Grand Vin, Pomerol, 2019","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA stellar Pomerol of formidable depth and character\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"teaser-text\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLush, layered and complex. Opens up with a floral-scented nose of rose, violet and alder. The palate is rich and unrelenting with waves of black cherries, dark raspberries, plum liquer, black tea, dark chocolate and truffles. Full-bodied on a bed of velvet tannins, the finish is extremely long and earthy. A feast for the senses\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\"\u003cem\u003eOne of the wines of the vintage, the 2019 Vieux Château Certan unfurls in the glass with a striking bouquet of cassis and cherries mingled with notions of violets, loamy soil, sweet spices and incense. Full-bodied, ample and layered, it's seamless and enveloping, with a fleshy core of beautifully vibrant fruit, lively acids and ripe, powdery tannins. Concluding with a long, resonant finish, this perfumed, sensual Vieux Château Certan is a remarkable achievement from Alexandre and Guillaume Thienpont\u003c\/em\u003e.\"\u003cbr\u003e-\u003ci\u003eWilliam Kelley\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ewa-rteLine\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet-Franc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJancis Robinson | 18+pts \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWine Spectator | 97 Pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRobert Parker |  100 Pts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:  \u003c\/strong\u003eDrink now to 2055\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delicious with beef bourguignon, confit of duck w\/ morels, braised lamb shoulder \u003cspan\u003e| 🌡️ Serve at a temperature between \u003cstrong\u003e16 and 18ºC\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"teaser-text\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THE LABEL \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEstablished in 1745, Vieux Château Certan, a historic Pomerol estate, epitomises Bordeaux's winemaking legacy. Under Charles de Bousquet and later the Thienpont family, their minimal intervention philosophy yields brilliant wines. Blending savoir-faire with exceptional soils, these wines require patient cellaring for a unique, inimitable style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovering 14 contiguous hectares, the Vieux Certan vineyard benefits from a unique terroir and meticulous care, resulting in Pomerol wines celebrated for their aromatic finesse and sophisticated elegance. The vintage was defined by a wet winter and a mild spring that encouraged an early, uniform flowering, followed by a hot, dry summer that naturally tempered the vines' vigor. These conditions culminated in an early harvest of exceptional quality, yielding a more concentrated and limited production than in previous years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n.custom-html-container,\n.custom-html-container * {\n  background-color: transparent !important;\n  box-shadow: none !important;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Remove any inherited top margin *\/\n  \n}\n\n.custom-html-container {\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Ensure container has no top space *\/\n  padding-top: 0 !important;\n}\n\n.custom-html-container .global-button {\n  background-color: #35174D !important;\n  color: #ffffff !important;\n  border: 2px solid #35174D !important;\n  display: inline-flex;\n  padding: 25px 40px;\n  font-family: Futura, sans-serif;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  font-weight: 400;\n  line-height: 110%;\n  text-decoration: none;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  transition: background-color 0.3s ease, color 0.3s ease;\n  margin-top: 0 !important; \/* Explicitly remove top margin *\/\n}\n  \n.custom-html-container .global-button:hover {\n  background-color: #ffffff !important;\n  color: #35174D !important;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-html-container\" style=\"margin-top: 0px; padding-top: 0px; text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pomerol\" class=\"global-button\"\u003eBrowse our Pomerol Collection\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Chateau Vieux Certan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42762097098883,"sku":"112415","price":389.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/chateau-vieux-certan-pomerol-whelehans-wines-dublin-winestore.jpg?v=1769000976"},{"product_id":"expression-des-terroirs-6-wood-case-bordeaux-saint-julien","title":"Expression Des Terroirs 6 Wood Case","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiscover the wonderfully diverse terroirs of Saint-Julien in this exclusive case\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor over 100 years, the Cuvelier Family has been tirelessly passionate about this multi-faceted land. Just as the lacemaker builds patterns point by point, each as delicate as they are varied, the Cuvelier Family reveals with each passing vintage the contours of the identity of the terroir with patience and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese wines bear witness to the diversity of the gravel soils paired with the secular ‘savoir- faire’ of their teams. Château Léoville Poyferré, Château Moulin Riche and Pavillon de Léoville Poyferré reveal with confidence the secrets of a pluralist and surprising land. Generous soils and sandy-clay subsoils are paired by the deep gravel beds that were polished by the unrelenting flow of the Garonne Estuary over millennia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNature finds perfect balance; the clays bring freshness to the vines whereas the many gravels reflect and radiate the sun’s heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese vintages have been specially selected to reveal the voluptuousness and the personality of each wine, perfect for enjoying now or cellaring for a few more years. Let yourself be swept away by the beauty of their expressions.\u003cem\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eChateau Léoville Poyferré 2011\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDensely-structured fruit backed up by firm tannins, not as ready to drink as some of the St-Juliens, and I would give it another three or four years to fully soften - or keep open for a good few hours before drinking. This is impressive for the vintage, it delivers both precision and creamy blackberry fruit. 6% Petit Verdot completes the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrinking Window 2021 - 2040 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e95 pts Decanter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eChateau Léoville Poyferré 2012\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dark, fleshy wine, the Léoville Poyferré 2012 is round, succulent and deeply expressive. Dark red cherry, plum, mocha, graphite and lavender are fused together in an effortless, silky Saint-Julien built on texture. Striking and totally beautiful, the 2012 will be ready to deliver its charms early. All the elements are in the right place. This is a gorgeous showing from Léoville-Poyferré. The 2012 is perhaps not an epic wine, but is gorgeous today and should provide considerable pleasure over the next 15-20 years. The blend is 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot and 6% Petit Verdot. - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShould provide considerable pleasure over the next 15-20 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend is 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot and 6% Petit Verdot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e94pts Vinous Media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau Moulin Riche 2014\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2014 Moulin Riche is a very pretty wine from the sister estate of the Cuvelier family, who also own Leoville-Poyferre. Medium in body, with good underlying structure, the 2014 offers notable complexity and nuance. Smoke, tobacco, licorice and a host of dark-fleshed fruit notes confer a measure of gravitas. The blend is 53 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 27 % Merlot and 20 % Petit Verdot. - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e91pts Vinous Media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlend is 53 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 27 % Merlot and 20 % Petit Verdot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChateau Moulin Riche 2016\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn 2016 Moulin Riche is absolutely gorgeous. Fresh, vibrant and full of energy, the 2016 is impressive today. The wine appears to have shed some baby fat and gained in aromatic complexity over the last two years. Sweet red-toned fruit, rose petal, mint and chalk lend understatement to the classy, mid-weight Saint-Julien. The 2016 was bottled at the end of May (earlier than many other Left Bank wines) and might be entering a period of closure. Still, I find a lot to admire. - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e92+pts Vinous Media\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePavillon de Léoville Poyferré 2015\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn spite of the generous ripe fruit, this also has the cool elegance and slightly austere finish of St.-Julien. Considerable intensity without any sense of heaviness make this an impressive example of modern winemaking. 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Dry, creamily textured and with tight and persistent beads showing its class.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1 Star in the Guide Hachette des Vins (Edition 2020)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlend 60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLight-touch oak ageing (Chardonnay)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDrinking well now \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Shellfish, Goats cheese \u0026amp; feta\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e STORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:13px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:''Arial'';font-style:italic;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003e\"The various Bénard-Pitois Champagnes, imported directly by Whelehan’s, offer fantastic value for money\" John Wilson, Irish Times. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-formula-bar-text-style=\"font-size:13px;color:#000000;font-weight:normal;text-decoration:none;font-family:'Arial';font-style:normal;text-decoration-skip-ink:none;\"\u003eIdeally located near the town of Epernay, this is an estate right in the heart of all things Champagne. With 9.5h of vineyards classified as either Grand Cru or Premier Cru, these are noteworthy producers and we are proud to stock a range of their bottlings in the shop. Winemakers Michelle and Laurent Bénard-Louis continue to make a name for this House with a hands-on approach philosophy and meticulous attention to detail. Each plot is vinified separately using small vats as well as light oak-ageing in small barrels. These are terroir-focused producers and when your terroir is Champagne then who are we to argue.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"L. Bénard-Pitois","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42832480469123,"sku":"112601","price":95.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/benard-pitois-reserve-premier-cru-brut-magnum-whelehans-wines.jpg?v=1704894531"},{"product_id":"bouvet-ladubay-cremant-de-loire-excellence-brut","title":"Bouvet-Ladubay Crémant de Loire Excellence Brut, NV","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding sparkling wine from the Loire\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"A' is=\"\" for=\"\" in=\"\" high=\"\" data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":5057,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"15\":\"Cambria\"}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\" vintage=\"\" selection=\"\" that=\"\" made=\"\" from=\"\" a=\"\" blend=\"\" of=\"\" mostly=\"\" chenin=\"\" blanc=\"\" and=\"\" little=\"\" chardonnay=\"\" then=\"\" aged=\"\" months=\"\" with=\"\" its=\"\" lees=\"\" after=\"\" the=\"\" second=\"\" fermentation=\"\" bottle=\"\" producer=\"\" calls=\"\" it=\"\" resolution=\"\" saumur=\"\" as=\"\" has=\"\" more=\"\" depth=\"\" finesse=\"\" than=\"\" most=\"\" appealing=\"\" aromas=\"\" peach=\"\" acacia=\"\" digestive=\"\" biscuit=\"\" to=\"\" add=\"\" attractive=\"\" apple=\"\" lemon=\"\" honey=\"\" characters=\"\" on=\"\" palate=\"\" refreshing=\"\" finish=\"\"\u003eThe producer calls it a high resolution Saumur as it has more depth and finesse than most with appealing aromas of peach, acacia and digestive biscuit to add to the attractive apple, lemon and honey characters on the palate and refreshing finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany think of sparkling wines from the Loire, especially Saumur, as the go to affordable alternative to Champagne, and it fulfils that role well, but it’s well worth discovering for its own innate excellent qualities. Like Champagne, it comes from a coolish northern climate with limestone rich soils and the bubbles are created during a second fermentation in bottle. The main grape variety is Chenin Blanc plus a little Chardonnay with Cabernet Franc for the rosés.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":5057,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"15\":\"Cambria\"}' data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Many' role=\"\" for=\"\" in=\"\" is=\"\" by=\"\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" think=\"\" of=\"\" sparkling=\"\" wines=\"\" from=\"\" the=\"\" loire=\"\" especially=\"\" saumur=\"\" as=\"\" go=\"\" to=\"\" affordable=\"\" alternative=\"\" champagne=\"\" and=\"\" it=\"\" fulfils=\"\" that=\"\" well=\"\" but=\"\" worth=\"\" discovering=\"\" its=\"\" own=\"\" innate=\"\" excellent=\"\" qualities=\"\" like=\"\" comes=\"\" a=\"\" coolish=\"\" northern=\"\" climate=\"\" with=\"\" limestone=\"\" rich=\"\" soils=\"\" bubbles=\"\" are=\"\" created=\"\" during=\"\" second=\"\" fermentation=\"\" bottle=\"\" main=\"\" grape=\"\" variety=\"\" chenin=\"\" blanc=\"\" plus=\"\" little=\"\" chardonnay=\"\" cabernet=\"\" franc=\"\" ros=\"\" one=\"\" great=\"\" historic=\"\" names=\"\" began=\"\" you=\"\" could=\"\" say=\"\" love=\"\" story=\"\" when=\"\" was=\"\" founded=\"\" etienne=\"\" bouvet=\"\" just=\"\" his=\"\" youthful=\"\" bride=\"\" celestine=\"\" ladubay=\"\" they=\"\" bought=\"\" underground=\"\" galleries=\"\" saint-hilaire-saint-florent=\"\" were=\"\" originally=\"\" excavated=\"\" monks=\"\" years=\"\" previously=\"\" now=\"\" unesco=\"\" world=\"\" heritage=\"\" site=\"\" lucky=\"\" visitors=\"\" can=\"\" explore=\"\" them=\"\" on=\"\" cycling=\"\" tour=\"\" business=\"\" owned=\"\" monmousseau=\"\" family=\"\" who=\"\" purchased=\"\" run=\"\" fourth=\"\" fifth=\"\" generations=\"\" don=\"\" vineyards=\"\" buy=\"\" grapes=\"\" about=\"\" growers=\"\" estate=\"\" has=\"\" contemporary=\"\" art=\"\" gallery=\"\" theatre=\"\" dedicated=\"\" wine=\"\" living=\"\" arts=\"\"\u003eBouvet-Ladubay is one of the great historic names in Loire sparkling wines and began, you could say, with a love story when it was founded in 1851 by Etienne Bouvet, just 23 and his youthful bride Celestine Ladubay when they bought 8km of underground galleries in Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Florent. They were originally excavated by monks 1000 years previously and are now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Lucky visitors can explore them on a cycling tour.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eToday the business is owned by the Monmousseau family, who purchased it in 1933 and is run by the fourth and fifth generations. The family don’t own vineyards but buy grapes from about 100 growers. The estate has a contemporary art gallery and theatre dedicated to the art of wine, the art of living and the contemporary arts\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/search?q=Bouvet-Ladubay\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/search?q=Bouvet-Ladubay\"\u003eVIEW MORE WINES FROM BOUVET-LADUBAY\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bouvet-Ladubay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42863496429699,"sku":"111500","price":25.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/Bouvet-Cremant-Excellence-France-Sparkling-Wine-WhelehansWines.jpg?v=1706097851"},{"product_id":"bouvet-ladubay-cremant-de-loire-excellence-brut-magnum","title":"Bouvet-Ladubay Cremant de Loire Excellence Brut Magnum, NV","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOutstanding sparkling wine from the Loire in a Magnum size \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":5057,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"15\":\"Cambria\"}' high=\"\" in=\"\" for=\"\" is=\"\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"A' data-mce-fragment=\"1\" finish=\"\" refreshing=\"\" palate=\"\" on=\"\" characters=\"\" honey=\"\" lemon=\"\" apple=\"\" attractive=\"\" add=\"\" to=\"\" biscuit=\"\" digestive=\"\" acacia=\"\" peach=\"\" aromas=\"\" appealing=\"\" most=\"\" than=\"\" finesse=\"\" depth=\"\" more=\"\" has=\"\" as=\"\" saumur=\"\" resolution=\"\" it=\"\" calls=\"\" producer=\"\" bottle=\"\" fermentation=\"\" second=\"\" the=\"\" after=\"\" lees=\"\" its=\"\" with=\"\" months=\"\" aged=\"\" then=\"\" chardonnay=\"\" little=\"\" and=\"\" blanc=\"\" chenin=\"\" mostly=\"\" of=\"\" blend=\"\" a=\"\" from=\"\" made=\"\" that=\"\" selection=\"\" vintage=\"\"\u003eThe producer calls it a high resolution Saumur as it has more depth and finesse than most with appealing aromas of peach, acacia and digestive biscuit to add to the attractive apple, lemon and honey characters on the palate and refreshing finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMany think of sparkling wines from the Loire, especially Saumur, as the go to affordable alternative to Champagne, and it fulfils that role well, but it’s well worth discovering for its own innate excellent qualities. Like Champagne, it comes from a coolish northern climate with limestone rich soils and the bubbles are created during a second fermentation in bottle. The main grape variety is Chenin Blanc plus a little Chardonnay with Cabernet Franc for the rosés.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan by=\"\" is=\"\" in=\"\" for=\"\" role=\"\" data-sheets-value='{\"1\":2,\"2\":\"Many' data-sheets-userformat='{\"2\":5057,\"3\":{\"1\":0},\"9\":0,\"10\":0,\"11\":4,\"12\":0,\"15\":\"Cambria\"}' data-mce-fragment=\"1\" arts=\"\" living=\"\" wine=\"\" dedicated=\"\" theatre=\"\" gallery=\"\" art=\"\" contemporary=\"\" has=\"\" estate=\"\" growers=\"\" about=\"\" grapes=\"\" buy=\"\" vineyards=\"\" don=\"\" generations=\"\" fifth=\"\" fourth=\"\" run=\"\" purchased=\"\" who=\"\" family=\"\" monmousseau=\"\" owned=\"\" business=\"\" tour=\"\" cycling=\"\" on=\"\" them=\"\" explore=\"\" can=\"\" visitors=\"\" lucky=\"\" site=\"\" heritage=\"\" world=\"\" unesco=\"\" now=\"\" previously=\"\" years=\"\" monks=\"\" excavated=\"\" originally=\"\" were=\"\" saint-hilaire-saint-florent=\"\" galleries=\"\" underground=\"\" bought=\"\" they=\"\" ladubay=\"\" celestine=\"\" bride=\"\" youthful=\"\" his=\"\" just=\"\" bouvet=\"\" etienne=\"\" founded=\"\" was=\"\" when=\"\" story=\"\" love=\"\" say=\"\" could=\"\" you=\"\" began=\"\" names=\"\" historic=\"\" great=\"\" one=\"\" ros=\"\" franc=\"\" cabernet=\"\" chardonnay=\"\" little=\"\" plus=\"\" blanc=\"\" chenin=\"\" variety=\"\" grape=\"\" main=\"\" bottle=\"\" fermentation=\"\" second=\"\" during=\"\" created=\"\" are=\"\" bubbles=\"\" soils=\"\" rich=\"\" limestone=\"\" with=\"\" climate=\"\" northern=\"\" coolish=\"\" a=\"\" comes=\"\" like=\"\" qualities=\"\" excellent=\"\" innate=\"\" own=\"\" its=\"\" discovering=\"\" worth=\"\" but=\"\" well=\"\" that=\"\" fulfils=\"\" it=\"\" and=\"\" champagne=\"\" alternative=\"\" affordable=\"\" to=\"\" go=\"\" as=\"\" saumur=\"\" especially=\"\" loire=\"\" the=\"\" from=\"\" wines=\"\" sparkling=\"\" of=\"\" think=\"\"\u003eBouvet-Ladubay is one of the great historic names in Loire sparkling wines and began, you could say, with a love story when it was founded in 1851 by Etienne Bouvet, just 23 and his youthful bride Celestine Ladubay when they bought 8km of underground galleries in Saint-Hilaire-Saint-Florent. They were originally excavated by monks 1000 years previously and are now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Lucky visitors can explore them on a cycling tour.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eToday the business is owned by the Monmousseau family, who purchased it in 1933 and is run by the fourth and fifth generations. The family don’t own vineyards but buy grapes from about 100 growers. The estate has a contemporary art gallery and theatre dedicated to the art of wine, the art of living and the contemporary arts\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/search?q=Bouvet-Ladubay\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/search?q=Bouvet-Ladubay\"\u003eVIEW MORE WINES FROM BOUVET-LADUBAY\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bouvet-Ladubay","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42863507275907,"sku":"111501","price":59.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/bouvet-ladubay-cremant-de-loire-whelehans-wines.jpg?v=1704893423"},{"product_id":"bollinger-magnum-special-cuvee","title":"Bollinger Special Cuvée Brut - Magnum, NV","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAn intense, elegant, refined cuvée with aromas of citrus fruits, apples, peaches and a hint of brioche. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16.5 Jancis Robinson, Aug 2017\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e92 points Robert Parker, June 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e: Salty foods like oysters, caviar or sushi. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecial Cuvée is the result of the delicate blending between harvest grapes and a majority of reserve wines, part of which have been aged in magnums for 5 to 15 years. \u003ca href=\"javascipt:;\" class=\"js-col-des-read-more\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"javascipt:;\"\u003eRead More\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bollinger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42889346154627,"sku":"114882","price":169.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/bollinger-champagne-whelehans-wines-magnum.jpg?v=1704892238"},{"product_id":"meysonniers-chapoutiers-new-vintage-2020","title":"M. 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The remaining 15% is aged in barrel which gives the wine consistency and power, along with aromatic complexity\u003c\/span\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAwards and Reviews \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGlorious notes of red fruits, blackcurrant and raspberry, followed by violet aromas. The palate is generous and full. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"M. 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It combines understanding of the almanac with respect to soil preparation, regeneration, and all the necessary vine care and maintenance required throughout the year.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Savennières requires long years of ageing in the cellar before developing an extraordinary range of aromas, varying from mineral to vegetable notes via honey and fruit (candied orange, quince, apricot, toasted almonds). A unique wine that should be uncorked no less than 24 hours prior to consuming. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau de La Roche-Aux-Moines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42982889914499,"sku":"112956","price":119.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/vignoble-de-la-coulee-de-serrant-whelehans-wines.jpg?v=1704805304"},{"product_id":"chateau-leoville-barton-2019-new-shipment","title":"Château Léoville Barton, Saint Julien, 2019","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Timeless Classic, Made for Connoisseurs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Medium to full intensity in colour, this is glass-staining ruby and yet another hit from an estate that is making seriously great wine right now. Mint and eucalyptus are clear, tension and grip held through the palate. This has shoulders and swagger to the tannins, pure cassis hit of fruit and some lovely black chocolate and slate overtones along the way. Strays almost to Pauillac in terms of the weight of the tannins, but it's brilliant.\" Decanter, May 2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e96 Pts Decanter, May 2020\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e97 Pts Robert Parker\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 2029 - 2045\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChâteau Léoville-Barton, arguably the leading name of the so-called “Wine Geese” estates, has a long and colourful history with deep and enduring ties to Ireland. The story begins with Thomas Barton leaving his Fermanagh home for France in 1722 to build on family business connections. Three years later he created his first wine merchant company in Bordeaux. The company prospered but Thomas Barton refused to buy any vineyards owing to a French law which meant that all property owned by foreigners would revert to the French crown on their death.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIndeed, after the family had endured some difficult times, it fell to his grandson, Hugh Barton, to buy the vineyards that carry the family name to this day. In 1821 he bought Château Langoa and, five years later, a plot from the Léoville domaine, which he subsequently renamed Léoville Barton. In 1835 he bought land in Co Kildare upon which he built Straffan House (now the K Club), which would serve as the family home for the following generations and in which Anthony Barton, the current owner of the vineyards in Bordeaux, was born in 1930. He had inherited the vineyards from his uncle, Ronald Barton.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eToday, Anthony’s daughter, Lilian Barton Sartorius, the ninth generation, has in turn taken over from her father, helped by her two children Mélanie and Damien. Although only a second growth, according to the 1855 Classification, Léoville Barton has long been considered one of the most outstanding and consistent estates in Bordeaux and one held in great affection by critics and aficionados alike.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château Leoville Barton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42994054791299,"sku":"112963","price":149.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/leoville-barton-2019-red-wine-france-whelehans-wines.jpg?v=1704804743"},{"product_id":"krug-brut-vintage-2008","title":"Krug Brut Vintage, 2008","description":"\u003ch2 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePeerless and powerfully expressive vintage Champagne\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Just at the beginning of its life, this powerful and structured wine is still a bit restrained, yet even at this stage there are exquisite aromas of ripe pear, marzipan and spice. Although the aromas are still not very expressive, the texture and feel on the palate give the impression of immense potential. There is plenty of extract and thrilling acidity, but always in perfect balance. As Cavil notes: 'This is a wine marked by verticality and intensity'. The wine was disgorged with an extra-brut dosage in the summer of 2020. This will live for 50 years at least.\" Decanter, June 2022.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e18+pts Jancis Robinson (Tasted April 21)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e99pts Decanter (Tasted June 22)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNow to 2070\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrilled shrimps, Indian buttermilk chicken, Cheesecake.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\"Pale greenish coppery colour. Intense evolved nose. A certain nuttiness and lots of lime flavour. Masses of acidity still but real depth too. Light bitterness. Lack of flesh. Structure dominates the filling. Mineral, almost wet cement on nose! Very dry finish. This one should run and run. Extremely zesty.\" Jancis Robinson\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Krug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43056327000195,"sku":"114880","price":595.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/krug-brut-vintage-2008-whelehans-wines.jpg?v=1704798281"},{"product_id":"copy-of-ruinart-blanc-de-blancs-brut","title":"Ruinart Brut, NV","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis great Champagne has a yellow colour with golden glints and a crystal-like brilliance. Fine bubbles rise in an airy, long-lasting line. On the nose the wine is delicate and fresh. White-fleshed fruit (pear), dried fruits (almond). Scents of white flowers (acacia). Aromas of fresh butter \u0026amp; Viennese pastries. The palate is perfectly balanced and fresh with an extremely long finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSTORY BEHIND THE WINE \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRuinart Brut NV is created using a precise blend of exceptional grapes. It is made of 40% Chardonnay from the Cotes des Blancs and 60% Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Reims.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ruinart Maison","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43057888985219,"sku":"113006","price":84.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/ruinart-brut-champagne-france-whelehans-wines.jpg?v=1704797363"},{"product_id":"bruno-paillard-premier-cuvee-champagne-half-botle","title":"Bruno Paillard, \"Premier Cuvée\" Champagne, NV | Half Bottle","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePure, Fresh \u0026amp; Mineral Champagne\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTypical Chardonnay aromas of citrus fruits blend well with the Pinot Noir aromas of red berry fruits. Delicious brioche and vanilla tones. A pure, fresh palate with a mineral background. Very elegant and refined. A very stimulating, exciting Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e17\/20 Jancis Robinson, Aug 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e92 Pts Robert Parker, Oct 2018\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: bold;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssemblage of 25 vintages\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px; margin-bottom: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring:  \u003c\/strong\u003eDrink now to 2028\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #f0f0f0; padding: 16px; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing: \u003c\/strong\u003eOysters, fish, seafood, cheeses |🌡️ Serve chilled between 8 and 10°C  \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the flagship wine of Champagne Bruno Paillard. It is an assemblage of 25 vintages which capture to elegance and finesse of the region. 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Fine tannins on the finish contribute greatly to the overall structure. This wine is rich and elegant with great capacity to age.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWine Enthusiast 90 points\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReviewed by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/blogs\/news\/tom-doorley-thierry-lurton-chateau-de-camarsac-cuvee-selection-2018\" title=\"Tom Doorley\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTom Doorley, Irish Daily Mail on Sunday, 22\/05\/22\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich and Elegant\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e: Drink now or through 2025\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e It would pair well with roast lamb, venison, duck breast or beef-based dishes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eVines surround a fortified castle at this estate owned by a member of the Lurton family. \u003c\/span\u003eThe estate has been around since the early fourteenth century and is based in Entre-Deux-Mers. Thierry Lurton and his excellent team run the winery combining their knowledge, traditions, modern techniques and skills to produce great tasting wines. The vineyards of Château de Camarsac benefit from the diversity of its terroir and huge grape varieties. All the winemakers work on the principles of excellence and sincerity for producing their wines. They don’t use chemicals for cultivating their wines. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/bordeaux\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/whelehanswines.ie\/collections\/bordeaux\"\u003eRead more\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Château de Camarsac","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43146373169283,"sku":"113039","price":12.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0353\/6859\/9683\/files\/chateau-de-carmasac-bordeaux-red-wine-whelehans-wines-ireland.jpg?v=1710256096"},{"product_id":"vieux-bourg-morgon-py","title":"Domaine du Vieux Bourg Morgon Côte du Py, 2021","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eRich and powerful Beaujolais from exceptionally well-regarded \u003c\/span\u003eterroir\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith fresh and pure flavours of black cherries, cranberries and kirsch The wines have body, fruit and freshness backed with plenty of structure. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom an excellent vintage\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful Beaujolais\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWell-regarded terroir\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e Herb-crusted rack of lamb, slow-roasted leg of lamb with rosemary and garlic, seared duck breast with a cherry reduction, roasted beet and goat cheese salad, or wild mushroom risotto | 🌡️ Serve the wine at around \u003cstrong\u003e16°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCellaring\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003cspan\u003e Now to 2030\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e STORY BEHIND THIS WINE\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCôte du Py is the heart of the Morgon appellation. 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