{"title":"Christmas: Bubbles","description":"\u003cp\u003eProsecco and Crémant for a crowd, New Zealand Méthode Traditionnelle, and Champagne for the moment that counts.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nino-franco-prosecco","title":"Nino Franco Prosecco Superiore ‘Rustico’ DOCG","description":"\u003cp\u003eNino Franco 'Rustico' is a benchmark Prosecco Superiore from Valdobbiadene, the steep-hilled heart of the DOCG, made from 100% Glera.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProsecco Superiore DOCG | Valdobbiadene Glera | Award-Winning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from 100% Glera, this non-vintage Prosecco Superiore offers gorgeously elegant notes of pear, citrus and honeysuckle. 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Fine bubbles feed a persistent mousse. A delicate nose with hints of fresh citrus and white flowers. The wine's complexity is expressed in successive notes such as vine peach and white fruit notes. A perfect balance between freshness and delicacy with fruity flavours very present on the finish. Serve between 8°C and 10°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe house's signature non-vintage Brut, fresh and elegant, a benchmark aperitif Champagne.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy you'll love it:\u003c\/strong\u003e This is classic, dependable Champagne, crisp and refined rather than heavy, the kind of bottle that suits a celebration, a gift, or simply a Friday that deserves bubbles. 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It remains independent and family-run, today led by Bernard's daughters Alexandra Pereyre de Nonancourt and Stéphanie Meneux de Nonancourt, with Chardonnay at the heart of its blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect with\u003c\/strong\u003e fresh oysters, delicate white fish, or a fine cheese platter. 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