Drappier Champagne is considered, amongst wine experts, to be one of the finest of cuvees, Oz Clarke, in his pocket Wine Guide 2005, lists Drappier amongst his recommended champagne houses.

Cart d'Or-Brut is predominantly from the white juice of the black grape, Pinot Noir, with just a little Chardonnay added to provide that buttery smooth palate. It is fresh but mature, has complex flavours & full of rich fruit.

This has only 7 per cent white grapes, making it almost a blanc de noirs. It has a strong, savoury, bready, developed bouquet showing lots of yeast autolysis. The rich, smooth, very appealing flavour has a streak of lemony acidity running through it and some liqueur sweetness. The finish is clean and dry. - 5 stars Uncorked Magazine; Summer 2004

In August 2005, Champagne producers converged on London's Banqueting Hall for a mamoth trade tasting of all styles and brands.

Decanter Magazine sent six tasters to select the best bottles of bubbly, across all styles.

We were delighted that our chosen Champagne, Drappier Carte d'Or, was in the overall top ten and awarded 4 stars, this is what the tasters said:-

"Oustanding value for money"

WINE OF THE MONTH - "BEST SPARKLING WINE" - Decanter Magazine january '02.

• 90 pts Wine Spectator, december 15, 2008
• 90 pts Wine Spectator, december 31, 2007; "An elegant style, displaying floral, mineral and citrus aromas and flavors matched to a creamy texture. Well-balanced, classy, firm and long. Ideal as an aperitif, but could match light dishes as well."
• International Wine Challenge 2005 - "SEAL OF APPROVAL"
• Times Online - May 14th 2005 "  Another favourite is Champagne Drappier at Urville. "

Champagne Drappier - only £18.82 @ www.classic-wine.co.uk