To the eye: A straw yellow-colour, slightly amber. On the nose: Aromas of dried fig, apricot & pear, mixed with overtones of biscuit. On the palate: Delicate attack, great fullness & a satisfying, lively finish. A supreme example of a full-bodied wine exhibiting delicacy & elegance. Best enjoyed at special meal occasions, particulary suited to accompany fish & white meat. Grape: 48% Chardonnay, 52% Pinot Noir. ...

One of the best pairings for the delicate smoothness of Lanson Ivory Label is with fruit & dessert. To the eye: A yellow straw colour with glints of old gold, a reminder of the Pinot Noir in the blend. On the nose: Aromas of ripe fruit, cinnamon, & honey. On the palate: Fruity, very full, all roundness & sensuality. The dosage is a skilled act that has been enhanced & refined over the years. In the 19th Century, Demi-Sec (half dry) was the pre-dominant champagne style. Grape: 35% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Meunier. ...

To the eye, the Noble Cuvee Blanc de Blancs has a green gold colour. In the glass, it exudes constant strings of very delicate bubbles. To the nose, it exudes a generous acacia & citrus fruit bouquet. Blend: 100% Chardonnay Crus: Avize, Cramant, Chouilly, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger Ageing: 5 years minimum Through the clear bottle the eyes may feast on this unique champagne, made exclusively from the Chardonnay grape. After long years of maturing deep in the cellars, this Cuvee will delight all lovers of champagne. The Noble Cuvee Blanc de Blancs Vintage constitutes the aperitif par excellence for people who love Chardonnay. It is also a perfect companion for scampi, scallops, & fish in cream sauce. ...

To the eye, Lanson's Noble Cuve;e Rose has a luminous, light pink colour, filled with a myriad of fine bubbles. The nose has aromas of heirloom roses, berry-like fruits that develop notes of the Montmorency cherry. On the palate, the attack is dense without being heavy. Then its presence is affirmed & the complex acidulous flavours prolong the pleasure. While remaining faithful to the Lanson trademark style, the Noble Cuvee Rose delights the senses in an explosive mix of a thousand aromas which will set the taste buds of true connoisseurs tingling. The colour suggests romantic moments, the nose & flavour arouse passion. For a romantic dinner for two, try to match with a Norway lobster served with citrus fruits, a medallion of venison with blueberries, or a serving of wild strawberries. Blend: 62% Chardonnay, 38% Pinot Noir. Crus: Avize, Oger, Le Mesnil sur Oger, Cramant, Chouilly, Verzenay, Bouzy. ...

To the eye: A beautiful pale yellow colour, brightened by fine bubbles. On the nose: Aromas of citrus & white flowers ending on notes of candied mandarin. In the mouth: Notes of honey dominate this full-bodied & complex wine. The fresh finish lengthens & strengthens the elegance of this champagne. Blended with rigorously selected grapes only from the top 100% rated Grands Crus vineyards, the Noble Cuvee is the ultimate expression of the Lanson style. The Noble Cuvee Brut Vintage is an incomparable accompaniment for all meals, particularly white meat & fish dishes. This Champagne will still remain fresh, delicious & magnificent over many years. Crus: Avize, Oger, Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, Verzenay. Ageing: 5 years minimum. Grape: 71% Chardonnay, 29% Pinot Noir. ...

Lanson was one of the first brands to offer Rose Champagne. In this respect, the House has over 50 years experience. Rose derives its pink tint from the blending of the 3 classic grape varieties, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier & Chardonnay. It is produced in the traditional way with a small amount of fine red wine made exclusively from Pinot Noir to give the wine its colour. Lanson Brut Rose retains the same consistent personality. Indeed, being a non-vintage allows the blending of 40 to 50 cuvees of different years. After 3 years of ageing in the cellars, this blend becomes one of the much sought after & consumed champagnes in the world. It gives off aromas of flower & fruit much like those of Black Label, but without the touch of red berries & displays harmony & balance between roundness & freshness. Grape: 32% Chardonnay, 53% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Meunier. ...

A quality Champagne, loved the world over & is a showcase for the ideas & character of those making it. Three grape varieties come into making of Lanson Brut: Pinot Noir & Pinot Meunier (black grapes) & Chardonnay (white grapes). An impressive range of 40 to 50 crus are blended together to form this Champagne & they are all vivified separately so the cellar master has an exceptional choice of aromas available to him, thus guaranteeing the consistent Lanson taste at all times. Lanson is one of the very few Champagne Houses not practising malolactic fermentation, a fact to be noted in Champagne. This Lanson tradition allows wines to develop to the full & to better their wealth of aromas. 3 Years ageing in over 4 miles of cellars, combined with the cellar masters expertise, are essential components of perfect maturing. Lanson Bruts brilliant & clear colour is reminiscent of the straw colour & hints of amber characteristic of the Pinot Noir grape. In the glass, it is lively with a fine string of bubbles. On the nose, the impression is one of vitality & scents of spring, mixed with a touch of toast & honey. To the palate are bouquets of ripe fruit & citrus fruit to create a sensation of fullness, fruitiness & lightness. A pleasant racy wine with a long & lingering taste. For the past two years this has been the best & most consistent non-vintage from any of the big Grandes Marques. Tom Stevenson. The Wine Report 2009; Champagne Report 2009. Grape: 35% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Meunier. ...

Faithful to the Lanson House style the champagne is fresh, zesty & refreshing but has a softer, off dry character that makes it incredibly drinkable. White Label is a more informal style of champagne suitable for any occasion & for drinking at any time of day. Its sweeter style permits experimenting with fruit. ...

Faithful to the Lanson House style the champagne is fresh, zesty & refreshing but has a softer, off dry character that makes it incredibly drinkable. White Label is a more informal style of champagne suitable for any occasion & for drinking at any time of day. Its sweeter style permits experimenting with fruit. ...

Laphroaig Malt Whisky is distilled in the Islay region of Scotl&. Laphroaig (pronounced la-froyg) is one of the most distinctive of all malt whiskies. The distillery was built in the 1820s by Donald & Alex Johnson whose family name is still on the label. In 1847 Donald died in a somewhat bizarre accident after falling into a vat of partially made whisky ('burn't Ale'). Laphroaig (Gaelic: The beautiful hollow by the broad bay) has its own peat beds on Islay. Its maturation warehouses face directly on to the sea. For many, it is an acquired taste, but one which rewards persistance. Its palate is smokey with a long aftertaste. If you like Islay smokey whiskies, then you'll love this one, you can almost taste the sea. ...