Dear *|FNAME|*,

Champagne Drappier is the world's first carbon-neutral Champagne house and one of the region's most innovative. Founded in 1808, Drappier is not only one of the finest family-owned boutique houses but has also been Wine Cellar's 'house' Champagne since 2013.

Their philosophy is one of minimal intervention. They are known for very low dosage and lower-than-average sulphur levels (sometimes using no SO₂ as with the bone-dry, non-vintage Brut Nature Sans Soufre). They also farm organically using their two horses, Aster and Idaho, to plough the fields, and experiment with ageing wine under the sea and using heritage varieties such Petit Meslier, Arbanne, Pinot Gris (aka Fromanteau) and Pinot Blanc (aka Blanc Vrai).

As part of our best wishes to all our customers for 2022, this week we're offering a 5% discount on 6 bottles or more and 10% off 12 bottles or more on the Drappier Carte d'Or NV (750ml)*.

The rising popularity of large-format Champagne bottles is well-documented. The larger the bottle, the greater the longevity of the Champagne. Drappier is a pioneer in this field, so don't miss out on magnums of their Carte d'Or and Rosé de Saignée, as well as Carte d'Or Jeroboams!

Drappier is based in the village of Urville in the southern part of Champagne known as the Côtes des Bar. This is the artisanal, at times rebellious, rock star region of Champagne. Most farmers are not full-time vignerons, and the vineyards are interspersed with forests, streams, crops, and land for grazing. It is closer to Chablis than Reims or Epernay, with a distinct, small-town Burgundian sensibility.

Pinot Noir is Drappier's calling card, with 70% of their vineyards planted to this variety and most of their blends based on it. The Drappier Carte d'Or NV is the ultimate expression of their style and almost a blanc de noir with 80% Pinot Noir in the blend. Their Brut Nature NV, 100% Pinot Noir, showcases the terroir and, with zero added sugar, it is strikingly pure and charactered. It almost gives still wine enjoyment in Champagne form. Drappier's Rosé de Saignée NV is a rare find – unique for using the saignée method (bleeding off) and for being 100% Pinot Noir. It is floral, red-fruited and amazing throughout a meal.

* The discount is valid until midnight on Sunday, 30 January and applies automatically at checkout.

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Vinous regards,

Tasting notes

Drappier, Carte d'Or Brut NV

'This bright and zesty Champagne is lightly juicy and appealing, offering flavors of Honeycrisp apple, ripe white cherry, biscuit and pickled ginger. Balanced and lacy in texture, with a lingering, spiced finish.' – Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, 92/100

'Disgorged in April 2021, Drappier's new NV Brut Carte d'Or delivers attractive aromas of golden orchard fruit, stone fruit, honeycomb and white flowers. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and enveloping, it's charming and elegantly vinous, with a flavorful core of fruit, lively acids and a chalky finish. Drink 2021-2031.' – William Kelley, Wine Advocate, 91/100

Drappier, Rosé de Saignée NV

'This tightly knit rosé is satiny in texture, with sleek acidity and a subtle, sanguine thread enmeshed with flavors of steeped raspberry, dried thyme, raw almond and candied kumquat. Try this with wild salmon. Drink now through 2024.' – Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, 92/100

'The latest rendition of Drappier's emblematic NV Brut Rosé de Saignée is performing well, bursting from the glass with notes of red berries, plums, orange oil and ripe orchard fruit. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and textural, it's vinous and enveloping, with a generous core of fruit, succulent acids and a saline finish. Drink 2021-2025.' – William Kelley, Wine Advocate, 90/100

Drappier, Brut Nature NV

'There's a honeyed overtone to this lacy Champagne, and along with notes of raw almond, dried white cherry and Meyer lemon peel, there's good richness to balance the chiseled acidic frame. Creamy finish, with a lingering chime of salinity. Drink now through 2024.' – Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, 92/100

'The latest rendition of Drappier's NV Brut Nature Pinot Noir Zero Dosage André et Michel is showing nicely, offering up notes of crisp orchard fruit mingled with hints of citrus oil, fresh bread and wet stones. Medium to full-bodied, fleshy and precise, its core of vibrant fruit is complemented by a pretty pinpoint mousse, and it concludes with a dry, chalky finish.' – William Kelley, Wine Advocate, 90/100

Drappier, Brut Nature Rosé NV

'Crisp and lacy, this harmonious rosé Champagne offers toasty hints of biscuit, raw almond and pastry dough as well as a pretty range of dried white cherry, blood orange pith and spun honey. Drink now.' – Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, 91/100

'Pinot Noir is the most widely planted vine in the Côte des Bar, the origin of this wine. It is bone dry and very crisp, with an attractive red-currant fruitiness that brings in a light structure. The bottling needs to age, so wait until early 2020 before drinking.' – Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, 90/100

Drappier, Brut Nature Sans Soufre NV

'Ripe berry and floral notes on the nose ride the palate's lacy texture, along with flavors of almond biscotti and lemon pith, with a chalky underpinning. Racy and refreshing, but harmonious overall. Disgorged October 2018. Drink now through 2023.' – Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, 92/100

'By not adding sulfur to the wine, André and Michel Drappier have managed to produce a wine with greater depth than most, perhaps compounded by the slight oxidation that gives richness. It's a food wine, dry and packed with baked apple flavor, finishing on a high note of acidity.' – Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, 90/100

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