Special vintage Champagnes: Pommery, Laurent-Perrier, Veuve Clicquot...

The 2002 vintage of Bollinger's R.D. (Récemment Dégorgé) cuvée is an oenological masterpiece, representing the ultimate expression of the house's expertise. Selected by Le Delas for its legendary character, this cuvée has benefited from extended ageing on lees (more than three times the appellation's requirements) before being disgorged very shortly before release. This contrast between an older vintage and a recent disgorgement offers exceptional aromatic complexity combined with striking vitality. Food pairings, serving and storage: ► Sensory experience: This Grand Cru is distinguished by a golden colour with amber highlights. The nose reveals developed aromas of quince, honey and toasted hazelnuts, whilst the palate impresses with its tension, minerality and a finish of infinite persistence. ► Prestigious pairings: Its vinous structure and aromatic power make it an ideal companion for haute cuisine. It enhances exceptional dishes such as blue lobster roasted in semi-salted butter, braised sweetbreads or 36-month-old Comté cheese. ► Serving: To appreciate the complexity of the R.D. 2002, it should be served at a slightly higher temperature than a classic champagne, between 10°C and 12°C. Using a tulip-shaped glass rather than a narrow flute will allow its full bouquet to unfold. ► Storage: Although its recent disgorgement gives it incredible freshness, this exceptional wine for laying down should be stored in a dark cellar at a constant temperature, lying down, to preserve the finesse of its effervescence and the balance of its Extra Brut dosage.

Grand Siècle is the prestigious signature cuvée of Laurent-Perrier. Unlike vintage prestige cuvées, Grand Siècle is based on the unique concept of blending three exceptional vintages, chosen for their complementary qualities: one for structure, one for finesse and one for freshness. Selected by Le Delas for its consistent excellence, this Grande Cuvée is exclusively crafted from a blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir sourced from 11 of the 17 most prestigious Champagne Grands Crus. Food pairings, serving and storage: ► Sensory experience: This Champagne boasts a brilliant colour and fine effervescence. The nose is highly complex, blending notes of candied citrus, fresh pastries and acacia honey. On the palate, there is a masterful balance between a silky attack, vinous depth and a mineral finish of remarkable length. ► Prestigious pairings: Its aristocratic structure makes it a table wine par excellence. It enhances refined dishes such as sea bass in a salt crust, truffled scallops or Bresse poultry with crayfish. Its elegance also pairs wonderfully with mature hard cheeses. ► Serving: To fully appreciate the richness of its bouquet, serve this cuvée between 10°C and 12°C. A curved glass is recommended to allow the complex aromas, developed through prolonged ageing in the cellar (minimum 7 to 8 years on lees), to unfold. ► Storage: Presented in a bottle with curved lines inspired by the 17th century, this wine for laying down should be stored horizontally in a cool cellar, away from any vibrations, to preserve the subtlety of its balance.

The expression of an exceptional terroir and time-honoured expertise, perfect for your fine dining occasions and prestigious celebrations. Product description: Champagne Philipponnat 1552 Grand Cru Extra Brut 2015 is a cuvée paying homage to the year the Philipponnat family established themselves in the Ay region. This 2015 vintage, sourced exclusively from Grand Cru-classified plots, reflects the characteristic power and structure of the House's Pinot Noirs, balanced by the finesse of the Chardonnay. With an Extra Brut dosage, this champagne allows the purity of the wine and the minerality of the chalky subsoil to express themselves fully. Le Delas has selected this 75cl bottle, presented in its case, for establishments seeking a distinctive, complex wine with great aromatic persistence. Gastronomic uses, serving and storage: This characterful cuvée is suited to the most refined dining occasions: ► Food and wine pairings: Its vinous structure allows it to shine well beyond the aperitif. It pairs magnificently with fine fish (turbot, scallops), white meats in cream sauce or a mature Comté cheese. ► Service: The presentation box makes it a first-rate choice for takeaway sales in delicatessens or as a prestigious business gift. ► Serving: For optimal enjoyment, serve between 8°C and 10°C. Decanting a few minutes before serving can help release the full complexity of its aromatic bouquet. ► Storage: Store away from light and temperature fluctuations, with the bottle lying on its side to maintain the elasticity of the cork.

A tribute to excellence: An exceptional vintage La Grande Dame is Veuve Clicquot's prestige cuvée, created in tribute to Madame Clicquot. The 2008 vintage is regarded as one of the finest in Champagne in recent decades, characterised by exceptional freshness and structure. Selected by Le Delas for its ageing potential and complexity, this cuvée is composed of over 90% Pinot Noir from the House's historic Grands Crus (Aÿ, Verzenay, Verzy, Ambonnay, Bouzy), complemented by the finesse of Chardonnay (Avize, Mesnil-sur-Oger). Food pairings, serving and storage: ► Sensory experience: This Champagne has a golden colour with crystalline highlights. The nose is remarkably precise, opening with notes of dried flowers and white fruits (pear, peach), evolving into hints of hazelnut, almond and a chalky minerality. On the palate, the attack is lively and refined, offering a silky texture and a vinous depth that reflects the dominance of Pinot Noir. ► Prestigious pairings: Its power and elegance make it the ultimate wine for fine dining. It pairs masterfully with a citrus-infused scallop tartare, roasted turbot or Bresse poultry with morel mushrooms. Its structure also allows it to pair well with characterful cheeses such as mature Parmesan or a long-aged Comté. ► Serving: To appreciate the full essence of this vintage, serve it ideally between 10°C and 12°C. Use a large wine glass to allow the complex bouquet to unfold fully and to appreciate the finesse of its effervescence. ► Storage: This bottle has exceptional ageing potential (over 15 years). It should be stored horizontally, in complete darkness and at a constant temperature. The 2008 vintage possesses a natural acidity that ensures a harmonious development towards even greater complexity.