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Bubbly Wine ClubCoeur des bar blanc de noirs wine bottleDevaux
Cœur Des Bar
Blanc de Noirs
Champagne, France

BUBBLY WINE STYLE

Bright and intense gold color. A fresh, rich and powerful nose reveals aromas of ripe fruits. Key aromas of pear and brioche. Perfect harmony between the expressive notes of fruits, with a refined and fresh finish.  A sensation of intense, round, complexity, and fruity with fullness and depth, reminisce of the Côtes des Bar terroir.

Varietals: Pinot Noir
Appellation: Champagne, France
Alcohol: 12.5% alcohol / volume
Total Acidity: 5.9 g/L
Residual Sugar: 8 g/L
Fermentation: Stainless Steel tank
Malolactic: Targeted
Vines: 15 years old minimum
Certified: Sustainable Viticulture in Champagne
Vines: 15 years old minimum
Dosage: Brut
Serving Temperature: 46-50°F / 8-10°C
Accolades: 93 pts Guide Melendo 2024/2025; 93 pts Wine Enthusiast 2025; 92pts James Suckling 2024

PAIRING SUGGESTIONS:
Serve well chilled.  Enjoy as an aperitif with roasted poultry and truffles. As a first course with scallop carpaccio. For the main course, serve with veal blanquette, chicken with preserved lemon, saffron risotto, freshwater fish, and cheeses.  For dessert, serve with exotic fruits.

ABOUT DEVAUX HOUSE:
DEVAUX House is at the heart of a family saga which begins with the brothers Jules and Auguste Devaux shortly before the middle of the 19th century. The Devaux House was then managed by three inspiring women who led the family winery with remarkable energy and talent in equal measure.

The first woman, Claude-Joseph Devaux (born Ducray), widowed at 39 years old in 1843, founded in 1846 and managed the house “Maison Vve A. Devaux″ in Epernay with her son François-Auguste. His wife, Augusta-Maria Herbin, was to become the second “Devaux widow″ following his death in 1879. She was in charge of the winery until 1895. The DEVAUX brand quickly became successful. By the turn of the century, DEVAUX was exporting 75% of its production.

Then in 1907, following the death of Charles-Auguste Devaux, Marguerite Marie-Louise, the third “Devaux widow” born Hussenot, took over the reins and managed the winery until her death in 1951 at the age of 80, thus concluding an extraordinary saga of “Champagne widows″. She was succeeded by her two sons.

Today, DEVAUX now represent many families. Indeed, this Maison was handed down more than 30 years ago – with a long-term vision – to our families of winemakers. They have all engaged in a human endeavor based on cooperation, and high quality standards. In fact, the last in the Devaux line, Jean-Pol Auguste Devaux, was without an heir.  As such, in 1987 he entrusted the future of Devaux – a brand with a prestigious past and an exciting future – to the “Union Auboise”, now the “Groupe Vinicole Champagne DEVAUX” (then supplier for the DEVAUX “Blanc de Noirs” champagne).

Throughout the years, the cooperative associates of Champagne DEVAUX lovingly lead the vine to deliver its best fruits. They deploy their efforts and their know-how to raise the grapes to the level of excellence required by the taste and character of a Grand Champagne.  Learn more about their vineyards>

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Bubbly Wine ClubAvissi-prosecco-bottleAvissi
Prosecco DOC
Veneto, Italy

BUBBLY WINE STYLE

Avissi Prosecco is clean and bright, a crisp sparkler with soft, elegant bubbles that flutter in the glass, giving a lovely effervescence to each sip. A beautiful balance of heady floral notes and luscious fruit makes it imminently approachable. It’s the perfect wine to take-out after work or all dressed up on a Saturday night. Or, somewhere in between (hello, Sunday brunch). Drink on its own, or try it in a boozed up cocktail! See recipe below…

Analysis: 11% alcohol / volume
Varietal: 100% Glera
Total Acidity: 5.8 g/L
Residual Sugar: 14.8 g/L
Critical Acclaim:

  • 92 points – “Scents of honeysuckle and gardenia are sweet and delicate. The melting bubbles perform gracefully, accenting flavors of linen and orange cream. White rice and Asian pear dot the mid-palate and the finish is redolent of green apple. The liquid is as unique as this wine’s memorable packaging.” – Meredith May, Tasting Panel Magazine

Avissi’s Sugar & Spice Cocktail:
Just in time for fall! The balance of sweetness with a kick of spice will offer a flavorful profile, perfect for cooler weather.

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  • INGREDIENTS:
    • .75 oz Cranberry Vodka
    • .75 oz Apple Spice Ginger Liqueur
    • .75 oz Fresh Pressed Apple Juice
    • Avissi Prosecco
  • DIRECTIONS:
    1. Combine Cranberry Vodka, Ginger Liqueur and Apple Juice in a shaker
    2. Fill tin 2/3 with ice, cap, and shake vigorously
    3. Strain into a champagne flute
    4. Top with Avissi Prosecco
    5. Garnish with whole cranberries
About Avissi Winery:
Avissi Wines produces elegant Prosecco crafted from hand-selected Glera grapes grown in the Veneto region of Italy. Known for its light style and delicate bubbles, Avissi’s Prosecco is made using the Charmat method and small-batch fermentation in concrete tanks. The wine captures the essence of fresh fruit and floral notes, reflecting the heritage of the Prosecco DOC. Inspired by Italian art and architecture, Avissi’s attention to detail is evident both in its winemaking process and the design of its bottle. Learn more here.
 

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Francis-Ford-Coppola-diamond-prosecco-bottleFrancis Ford Coppola Winery
Diamond Prosecco
Prosecco DOC, Italy

BUBBLY WINE STYLE

Introducing a sparkling new member of the Diamond Collection: Diamond Prosecco! Imported directly from the Prosecco DOC in Italy, the Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Prosecco is crafted from select grapes grown in northeastern Italy, between the Adriatic Sea and the Dolomite Mountains. It has flavors of apple, citrus and white peach. Enjoy on its own, with a meal, or as an aperitif. Saluté to every day!

Analysis: 11% alcohol / volume
Varietal: 100% Glera
Region: Prosecco DOC

Vineyard Notes:
The Prosecco DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) is located in Northeast Italy, and home to its namesake sparkling wine. The region’s location provides unique geographical features and microclimates that enhance the wine’s flavors.

Francis-Ford-Coppola-rose-bottleFrancis Ford Coppola Winery
Diamond Collection Prosecco Rosé
Prosecco DOC, Italy

BUBBLY WINE STYLE

Introducing a sparkling new member of the Diamond Collection: Diamond Prosecco Rosé! Imported directly from the Prosecco DOC in Italy, the Francis Coppola Diamond Collection Prosecco Rosé is crafted from select grapes grown in the northeastern region, between the Adriatic Sea and the Dolomite Mountains. Best served chilled, this sparkling import features flavors of strawberry, cherry and citrus. Pairs perfectly with your favorite appetizer or fresh salad. Saluté to every day!

Analysis: 11% alcohol / volume
Varietal: Blend

Vineyard Notes:
The Prosecco DOC (Denominazione di Origine Controllata) is located in Northeast Italy, and home to its namesake sparkling wine. The region’s location provides unique geographical features and microclimates that enhance the wine’s flavors.

About Francis Ford Coppola Winery:
The Francis Ford Coppola Winery, located in Sonoma County, blends winemaking with a family-friendly experience, inspired by Coppola’s vision of a “pleasure garden” reminiscent of Tivoli Gardens in Copenhagen. The winery is celebrated for its commitment to sustainability and high-quality wines, including their Diamond Collection Prosecco Rosé and Diamond Prosecco, both from the prestigious Prosecco DOC in Italy. These sparkling wines reflect the craftsmanship and innovation of the Coppola team, offering a fresh, elegant take on traditional Prosecco. Learn more here.
 

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Bubbly Wine ClubSchlossgut-Diel-Bottle-ImageSchlossgut Diel
Pinot de Diel Brut
Nahe, Germany

BUBBLY WINE STYLE

This wine is lively, stimulating and rich. It’s the “Ouverture” of their sparkling wine range. It impresses with a playful scent of mint and lime zest with an elegant body and fine perlage. It is pure drinking pleasure and completes the existing “Collection den Diel” almost perfectly.

Varietal: Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, and Riesling (co-planted and co-fermented)
Analysis: 12% alcohol / volume
Region: Nahe, Germany
Vineyard: Various estate sites
Soil Type: Slate and Quartzite
Production: Gentle whole grape pressing, fermentation and storage in stainless steel tanks, classic bottle fermentation and long aging on the lees.
Drinking Maturity: 1-10 years after disgorgement
Serving Temperature: 46.4ºF – 50ºF

WINEMAKING NOTES:
“The new member of the Collection de Diel is made from white and Pinot Noir grapes, aged in stainless steel tanks and bottled in classic champagne bottles. It is a bottle fermentation par excellence, like all Diel sparkling wines, and sits on the yeast for around 1.5 to 2 years. That’s what makes it so tingling, light as a feather and exhilarating. Let yourself be surprised and, above all, seduced. By the way, it will celebrate its world premiere at our Summer Garden Festival 2022!” – Diel

ABOUT SCHLOSSGUT DIEL WINERY:
Now in their seventh generation of winemaking, Schlossgut Diel is a winery in the Nahe region of Germany, known for their award-winning sparkling wines – considered one of the best in Germany. They live for their wine, taking craftsmanship, precision, joy of discovery and enjoyment in harmony with family and tradition. Caroline Diel is the seventh generation winemaker and first woman at the venerable Schlossgut, having assumed the reigns together with her husband Sylvian Taurisson-Diel in 2019. Learn more here. 

 

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