{"title":"Pol Roger","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"pol-roger-cuvee-sir-winston-churchill-brut-1993","title":"Pol Roger Cuvee Sir Winston Churchill Brut 2009","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePol Roger Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill Brut 2009\u003c\/strong\u003e is a prestige cuvée Champagne produced exclusively from Grand Cru Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, bottled at 12.5% ABV in a standard 750ml format. Awarded 98 points by La Revue du Vin de France and 97 points with a Cellar Selection designation from Wine Enthusiast, this vintage ranks among the most critically acclaimed releases in the cuvée's history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 12.5%  |  Origin: Épernay, Champagne, France  |  Vintage: 2009  |  Distillery: Pol Roger\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePol Roger, founded in 1849 and still family-owned, operates from historic cellars in Épernay — among the deepest in Champagne at 33 meters below ground. Cuvée Sir Winston Churchill was created in 1975 as a tribute to the house's most famous admirer; Churchill reportedly consumed an estimated 42,000 bottles of Pol Roger over his lifetime. The 2009 vintage is produced via méthode traditionnelle from exclusively Grand Cru Pinot Noir (predominant) and Chardonnay sourced from vineyards already under vine during Churchill's era. The exact proportions remain one of Champagne's most closely guarded secrets. True to the cuvée's tradition, the 2009 was held back for extended aging on the lees and released roughly a decade after harvest — reflecting Churchill's own preference for mature Champagne.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The bouquet opens with golden apple and clear honey before layering in freshly baked bread, hazelnuts, and fresh pastry. Subtle dried fruit and toasted almond notes emerge with time in the glass, adding complexity without losing the wine's underlying brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On entry, the palate is broad and powerful, with ripe apricot, crisp peach, and tangerine oil leading into a concentrated mid-palate of black cherry, preserved lemon, and baked apple tart. A rich vein of smoky minerality runs beneath the fruit, while bright acidity and a pearly, fine-beaded mousse keep the wine structured and sapid. The 2009 is medium to full-bodied and decidedly vinous in character.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long and saline, with lingering notes of pickled ginger, honeycomb, and toasted spice. The minerality persists well after the final sip, leaving a clean, chalky impression that invites another glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Sir Winston Churchill 2009\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Champagne rewards a generous tulip-shaped glass and a serving temperature around 10–12°C; decanting for 15–20 minutes can help the wine fully open. While it stands as a magnificent aperitif on its own, its weight and structure also make it a serious food wine. A classic Champagne Cocktail highlights the honeycomb and toast character. A French 75 made with this cuvée elevates the drink with added mineral depth and vinous complexity. A Kir Royale using a restrained measure of crème de cassis complements the wine's dark cherry undertones without overwhelming its finesse.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarking a milestone anniversary, retirement, or career achievement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting a serious Champagne collector or wine enthusiast\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAnchoring a multi-course tasting dinner with fine cuisine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdding to a cellar for further aging — the 2009 has decades of potential ahead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Sir Winston Churchill 2009 taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It delivers a powerful, vinous profile led by ripe stone fruit, honeycomb, and toasted bread, underscored by a persistent smoky minerality and bright acidity. The mousse is exceptionally fine, and the finish is long and saline.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Sir Winston Churchill compare to Dom Pérignon?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are tête de cuvée Champagnes made from the finest fruit, but Sir Winston Churchill tends to be Pinot Noir-dominant and fuller-bodied, while Dom Pérignon typically aims for a more equal Pinot Noir–Chardonnay balance with an emphasis on tension and luminosity. The Churchill cuvée is also released later — often a decade after vintage — giving it additional complexity at the point of sale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sir Winston Churchill 2009 good for cellaring?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — the 2009's concentrated structure, firm acidity, and fine mousse suggest it will continue to develop gracefully for another 15 to 20 years under proper storage conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Sir Winston Churchill made?\u003c\/strong\u003e It is produced by the family-owned house of Pol Roger in Épernay, in the heart of France's Champagne region, using exclusively Grand Cru fruit from historically significant vineyards across the appellation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Sir Winston Churchill 2009?\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasted lobster with brown butter showcases the wine's richness and minerality. Aged Comté or Gruyère echoes its nutty, toasty character. Seared foie gras with quince matches its honeyed depth. Pan-roasted turbot with a beurre blanc mirrors the saline finish. Truffle risotto complements the wine's earthy, umami undertones.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Sir Winston Churchill come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard release is a 750ml bottle. Pol Roger has historically produced magnums (1.5L) of this cuvée as well, though availability varies by vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Sir Winston Churchill 2009 worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e It positions firmly in the ultra-premium prestige cuvée tier, competing directly with the top expressions from Dom Pérignon, Krug, and Louis Roederer Cristal. Its critical acclaim — including 98 points from La Revue du Vin de France and 97 from Wine Enthusiast — supports its standing as one of Champagne's benchmark luxury wines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Sir Winston Churchill 2009?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2009 vintage stands out even among a cuvée that is only produced in exceptional years. Its 98-point score from La Revue du Vin de France places it at the pinnacle of this bottling's history, and it collected four additional scores of 94 points or above from major international critics. The wine's exclusive use of Grand Cru fruit from vineyards with direct historical ties to Churchill himself is a production detail no other prestige Champagne can claim. Extended aging on the lees — far beyond the legal minimum — gives the 2009 a depth and vinosity that rewards both immediate enjoyment and long-term cellaring, making it one of the defining prestige Champagnes of the decade.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pol Roger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44837028757673,"sku":"25203","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/pol_roger_cuvee_sir_winston_churchill_brut__02216.jpg?v=1730476911"},{"product_id":"pol-roger-reserve-brut","title":"Pol Roger Reserve Brut","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePol Roger Reserve Brut\u003c\/strong\u003e is a non-vintage Champagne blending Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay at 12.5% ABV in a 750ml bottle. Awarded 94 points by Wine Enthusiast, this flagship cuvée draws from 30 different crus across the Champagne region and spends approximately four years on its lees — significantly longer than the legal minimum for non-vintage Champagne — resulting in a depth and complexity that punches well above its tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 12.5%  |  Origin: Champagne, France  |  Non-Vintage (NV)  |  Producer: Pol Roger\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1849 in Épernay by Pol Roger himself, the house remains one of the last major family-owned Champagne producers. Its cellars are the deepest and coldest in Épernay, carved more than 110 feet into the chalk subsoil — conditions that slow the aging process and contribute to the wine's famously fine, persistent mousse. Every bottle of Reserve Brut is still riddled by hand, a labor-intensive practice that most large houses abandoned decades ago. The blend is composed of equal thirds Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay sourced from 30 crus, unified through the traditional method with second fermentation in bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with bread crust and honeycomb before moving into fresh pear, citrus blossom, and a subtle musky peach character. Extended lees aging brings a richly biscuity layer underpinned by steamed rice and elderflower.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On entry, the palate is generous and fleshy, with crunchy pear and white cherry giving way to kumquat-like acidity at mid-palate. The mousse is pillowy and creamy, dissolving into flavors of Meyer lemon, candied lemon zest, stone fruit, and a thread of minerality. A smoky, almost gingery spice emerges toward the peak, adding complexity to the bright fruit core.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is lacy and lingering, carrying toasted biscuit, lemon, and fine mineral notes. It stays clean and crisp with impressive length, the fine bead sustaining the wine's texture through the final moments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Pol Roger Reserve\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Champagne rewards a slight chill to around 46–50°F and shows best in a tulip glass that concentrates the aromatic complexity. It is thoroughly enjoyable as an apéritif on its own, but its structure and depth make it a versatile partner for food and cocktails alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrench 75:\u003c\/strong\u003e The biscuity depth and bright acidity complement gin and lemon without being overwhelmed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChampagne Cocktail:\u003c\/strong\u003e A sugar cube and Angostura bitters draw out the wine's toasty, honeyed character.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKir Royale:\u003c\/strong\u003e The balanced fruit and fine mousse pair naturally with a float of crème de cassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHosting a dinner party where the apéritif needs to impress from the first pour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGifting to a wine lover who appreciates traditional Champagne craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCelebrating milestones — engagements, promotions, anniversaries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilding a Champagne collection with a benchmark non-vintage cuvée\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Pol Roger Reserve taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e It leads with biscuity, toasty aromas and delivers a palate of crunchy pear, citrus, stone fruit, and fine mineral notes, all carried by a creamy, persistent mousse. The finish is clean and lingering with hints of ginger spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Pol Roger Reserve compare to Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are widely available non-vintage Champagnes from major houses, but Pol Roger Reserve spends roughly four years on lees compared to Veuve Clicquot's typical minimum, giving it a more developed biscuity complexity. Pol Roger also hand-riddles every bottle, while Veuve Clicquot uses gyropalettes for its Yellow Label production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Pol Roger Reserve good for sipping on its own?\u003c\/strong\u003e Absolutely — the extended lees aging and fine mousse give it enough weight and nuance to stand alone as an apéritif, and its 94-point Wine Enthusiast rating reflects that quality. A slight chill and a proper glass are all it needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Pol Roger Reserve made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Pol Roger Reserve Brut is produced by the Pol Roger house in Épernay, in the heart of the Champagne region of northeastern France. The grapes are sourced from 30 different crus across the region and aged in the house's deep chalk cellars beneath Épernay.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Pol Roger Reserve?\u003c\/strong\u003e Oysters and raw shellfish highlight the wine's mineral backbone. Smoked salmon or gravlax match its biscuity richness. Chicken or turkey prepared with cream-based sauces complement the mousse's texture. Gruyère or aged Comté echo the toasty, nutty notes. Light fruit tarts — especially pear or apple — mirror the wine's fruit profile without overwhelming its acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Pol Roger Reserve come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e The standard bottling is 750ml, but Pol Roger also produces Reserve Brut in half bottles (375ml), magnums (1.5L), and occasionally larger format bottles for special occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Pol Roger Reserve worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Pol Roger Reserve positions as a premium non-vintage Champagne, sitting above mass-market labels but below prestige cuvées like Pol Roger's own Sir Winston Churchill. Given the hand-riddling, extended lees aging, and consistent critical acclaim — 94 points from Wine Enthusiast and 92 from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate — it delivers strong value within its tier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Pol Roger Reserve?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFew non-vintage Champagnes combine heritage, technique, and consistency the way this one does. The four-year lees aging in Épernay's deepest chalk cellars produces a level of biscuity complexity that many houses reserve for their vintage bottlings. Hand riddling — a near-extinct practice at this production scale — contributes to the wine's exceptionally fine, integrated bead. 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