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Domaine Carneros, Brut, Napa Valley, California, USA 2016 91

£30.10 Whole Foods Market

From Champagne Taittinger’s Napa Valley estate, an elegant blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, with 2% Pinot Gris. Pretty nose of citrus and blossom, with subtle creamy toastiness. Fresh, delicate with persistent bubbles, plus brisk acidity. A perfect aperitif. JS Alcohol 12%

CheckMate, Attack Chardonnay, Okanagan Valley, British Columbia, Canada 2015 93

£65 Hedonism

This small-lot wine sees lees stirring and 16 months’ ageing in two foudres, Alc 13.9%

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