French wine is produced in several regions throughout France, in quantities between 50 and 60 million hectolitres per year, or 7–8 billion bottles. France has the world's second-largest total vineyard area, behind Spain, and competes with Italy for the position of being the world's largest wine producer. French wines accounted for 17.6% of world exports in 2005. French wine traces its history to the 6th century BC, with many of France's regions dating their wine-making history to Roman times. The wines produced today range from expensive high-end wines sold internationally, to more modest wines usually only seen within France.

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Louis Dousset Champagne, Blanc de Noir, Grand Cru, 2002

The family has been making Champagne since 1844. This Blanc de Noir is not your normal "celebratory" wine, but rather a calm, effervescent serious food wine. This can be paired with any food including red meat. A spectacular wine and a great Champagne.

Nose has stewed fruit, dried flowers and spice. A bit of sloe berry and praline. Rich and opulent.

Palate good attack, lush texture. Flavors permeate the mouth and end in a very clean, satisfying finish.

$92.00
Price: $92.00

Louis Dousset Champagne, NV Brut "Original", Grand Cru

The Dousset House has been producing Champagne since 1844. This Champagne is in the "Original" Brut style. Pale yellow with a white crown made of tiny bubbles. Nose of white flowers and breadcrumbs. Gentle entry, opening to big mouth feel, with light yeastiness and clean, good acid finish.

60% Pinot Noir, 40% Chardonnay. Average age of the vines 42 years. All enameled stainless steel Vintification. Aged 5 years on the lees.

$57.00
Price: $57.00

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