{"title":"France","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"carousel-blanc-de-blancs","title":"Buena Vista La Victoire Brut Champagne","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"676\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"157\" data-end=\"202\"\u003eBuena Vista La Victoire Brut Champagne NV\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"205\"\u003eA celebration in a bottle: this sparkling blend delivers brioche‑rich toasty notes, vibrant citrus (grapefruit, lime blossom) and a magnetic minerality. The palate is full but balanced, driven by 70% Pinot Noir from Montagne de Reims and 30% Chardonnay from Grand Cru sites (Mesnil‑sur‑Oger \u0026amp; Chouilly). 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A harmonious blend of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay from grand‑ and premier‑cru vineyards brings finesse and structure, making it perfect for celebrations or high‑end dining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"557\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"560\" data-end=\"573\"\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deutz, founded in 1838 by William Deutz \u0026amp; Pierre‑Hubert Geldermann in Aÿ, Champagne, France. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"797\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"797\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"734\"\u003eRegion \/ Appellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Champagne AOC, France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"798\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"800\" data-end=\"822\"\u003eVarietals \/ Blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 30‑34 % Chardonnay, ~30‑33 % Pinot Noir, ~30‑33 % Pinot Meunier in the Non‑Vintage Brut Classic.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eVintage \/ Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Non‑vintage (NV) Brut; aged at least 3 years on the lees for the base cuvée.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1114\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1116\" data-end=\"1137\"\u003eWhy It’s Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deutz draws fruit from ~80% grand‑ and premier‑cru vineyards, emphasizes elegance and purity (no oak ageing for the base line) and is part of the prestigious Louis Roederer group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1358\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1496\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ideal with fresh seafood (oysters, crab), smoked salmon, shellfish, light white‑fish dishes or as an elegant aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Pluto's Wine Bar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42676264337513,"sku":null,"price":80.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/2039\/3577\/files\/35.png?v=1773093814"},{"product_id":"nicolas-rossignol-pinot-noir","title":"Domaine Nicolas Rossignol Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDomaine Nicolas Rossignol Bourgogne Pinot Noir 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBright, earthy, and finely tuned, this Burgundy opens with red cherry, raspberry, cranberry, rose petal, and a touch of spiced forest floor.  On the palate, it is graceful and light on its feet, carrying fresh red fruit, gentle structure, and a clean, quietly savory finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domaine Nicolas Rossignol — a highly regarded Côte de Beaune producer based in Volnay, known for precise, terroir-driven Burgundies made with a thoughtful, hands-on approach in both vineyard and cellar. Nicolas Rossignol comes from one of Burgundy’s well-known wine families and has built a strong reputation for wines that balance purity, finesse, and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion \/ Appellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bourgogne Pinot Noir, Burgundy, France. This bottling is drawn from multiple parcels in the plains of Volnay and Pommard, giving it both freshness and a subtle Côte de Beaune character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Pinot Noir\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry red wine; around 13% ABV. The fruit comes from vines roughly 20 to 50 years old, and the wine is made in a style that emphasizes clarity, freshness, and early drinkability while still reflecting its Burgundian roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It’s Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the kind of Bourgogne Rouge that shows how much personality can live in the entry point of a serious producer’s range. With fruit from Volnay and Pommard, it offers a lovely glimpse into Nicolas Rossignol’s style — polished, expressive, and grounded in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e A dream with roast chicken, salmon, duck confit, mushroom toast, or a very good burger. It also has that useful dinner-party magic: elegant enough for candles, relaxed enough for takeout.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pluto's Wine Bar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42970538311785,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/2039\/3577\/files\/77.png?v=1773093815"},{"product_id":"ducru-beaucaillou-la-croix-saint-julien-cab-sauv-merlot-petit-verdot","title":"La Croix Ducru-Beaucaillou Saint-Julien 2021","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLa Croix Ducru-Beaucaillou Saint-Julien 2021\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis polished Left Bank Bordeaux is layered, elegant, and beautifully composed, opening with blackcurrant, dark cherry, plum, cedar, graphite, tobacco leaf, and warm baking spice. On the palate, it is refined and structured, with fresh acidity, silky tannins, and a long, savory finish.  We recommend giving this some time to open up if you're drinking now, or cellar it for a few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Château Ducru-Beaucaillou — one of Saint-Julien’s most historic and admired estates, known for Cabernet-driven Bordeaux that combine depth, precision, and long aging potential. La Croix Ducru-Beaucaillou is the estate’s second wine, made with the same exacting approach and strong connection to the Ducru terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion \/ Appellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Saint-Julien, Bordeaux, France\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, and 4% Petit Verdot\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2021\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry red wine; 12.5% ABV. The wine is aged for 12 months in Bordeaux barrels, with 60% new oak, giving it both structure and polish while preserving its freshness and site character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It’s Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e This wine is special because it captures the elegance and pedigree of Ducru-Beaucaillou in a form that feels both immediate and classically Saint-Julien. The 2021 blend leans especially Cabernet-driven, bringing beautiful structure, mineral depth, and a cool, refined profile that reflects the estate’s terroir and meticulous élevage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent with roast lamb, beef tenderloin, duck breast, mushroom dishes, aged cheeses, or braised short ribs. Its dark fruit, graphite edge, and polished tannins make it especially natural with savory, richly flavored dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pluto's Wine Bar","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42970546143337,"sku":null,"price":124.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/2039\/3577\/files\/WineBottleImagesforWebsite.png?v=1773162220"},{"product_id":"oddbird-bland-de-blancs-chardonnay-colombard","title":"Oddbird Blanc de Blancs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOddbird Blanc de Blancs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis alcohol-free sparkling wine is bright, polished, and celebratory, opening with green apple, lemon peel, lime, honey, and a soft hint of almond and brioche. On the palate, it is crisp and refreshing with fine bubbles, lively citrus, and a clean, elegant finish. 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On the palate, it is crisp and refined, with juicy orchard fruit, vibrant acidity, and a clean, stony finish that makes it especially lovely with oysters, goat cheese, grilled seafood, lemony chicken, or simply enjoyed chilled as an aperitif.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Domaine Paul Thomas — a family-run estate in Chavignol with deep roots in the Sancerre region. The Thomas family is known for crafting wines that reflect the purity, freshness, and classic character of this important Loire appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion \/ Appellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sancerre, Loire Valley, France. 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On the palate, it is layered and polished, with a rounded texture, fresh acidity, and a long, graceful finish that makes it especially beautiful with lobster, roast chicken, creamy pasta, or simply as a celebratory bottle on its own. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vincent Girardin — a historic Burgundian house founded in 1980 by Vincent Girardin, from a Santenay winegrowing family with roots going back to the 17th century. The house is now led by a small team, with Eric Germain continuing the style of the wines, focused heavily on the great terroirs of the Côte de Beaune. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRegion \/ Appellation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Meursault, Côte de Beaune, Burgundy, France. This cuvée is sourced from multiple village-level Meursault parcels around the commune, including sites such as Sous la Velle, Corbin, Dressolles, Clos du Cromin, and Vireuils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVarietal:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100% Chardonnay. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \/ ABV:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry white Burgundy; 13.0% ABV. This wine comes from vines averaging about 50 years old, harvested by hand. 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