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Nabuchodonosor Champagne

The Nebuchadnezzar is one of the 16 different sizes of wine bottles that can be found in Champagne.What is the capacity of a Nebuchadnezzar of champagne?The capacity of a Nebuchadnezzar of champagne...Read More

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Single bottle

15.5

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Veuve Clicquot : Brut Yellow Label

Champagne

Veuve Clicquot

Fruit-forward blend dominated by Pinot Noir, combining power and remarkable freshness

$3,726.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$3,726.00 / Unit

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Pol Roger : Brut Réserve

Champagne

Pol Roger

Aged for four years on lees, this Brut combines brioche richness with saline freshness

$3,376.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$3,376.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock currently at the producing estate - Available to ship after 12/08/2026

16.5

Bollinger : Special Cuvée

Champagne

Bollinger

A complex and silky champagne, aged twice as long in the cellars

$5,138.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$5,138.00 / Unit

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Barons de Rothschild

Discover the mineral finesse of Barons de Rothschild Rosé

No Discount Applicable

Moët & Chandon : Brut Impérial

Champagne

Moët & Chandon

An iconic blend combining generous fruit with brioche-like freshness

$3,321.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$3,321.00 / Unit

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16.5

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Drappier : Carte d'Or

Champagne

Drappier

Vinous Champagne dominated by Pinot Noir, ripe fruit and a chalky finish

$3,052.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$3,052.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock in France

16.5

Bruno Paillard : Première Cuvée Extra Brut

Champagne

Bruno Paillard

A crystalline extra-brut crafted from 32 crus, combining chalky purity with indulgence.

$4,356.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$4,356.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock currently at the producing estate - Available to ship after 12/08/2026

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Billecart-Salmon : Le Réserve

Champagne

Billecart-Salmon

White orchard fruits and brioche, a full-bodied texture driven by a vibrant saline minerality

$3,183.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$3,183.00 / Unit

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16.5

Taittinger : Brut Réserve

Champagne

Taittinger

Dominated by chardonnay, this brut captivates with its fine bubbles and fruity elegance.

$3,300.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$3,300.00 / Unit

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16.5

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Armand de Brignac : Brut Gold

Champagne

Armand de Brignac

A blend of three vintages, creamy texture and toasted exotic fruit aromas.

$28,229.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$28,229.00 / Unit

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Armand de Brignac : Brut Rosé

Champagne

Armand de Brignac

Vinous rosé from old vines, intense red fruits, toasted notes and a saline finish.

$42,288.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$42,288.00 / Unit

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Nabuchodonosor Champagne : Key Points

The Nebuchadnezzar is one of the 16 different sizes of wine bottles that can be found in Champagne.

What is the capacity of a Nebuchadnezzar of champagne?

The capacity of a Nebuchadnezzar of champagne is 15 litres, the equivalent of 20 bottles of 75cl or 120 glasses of champagne. Only champagne in bottles, Magnums and Jeroboams have been aged in their original bottle. The bottles of champagne with a capacity of more than 3 litres were first aged in the bottle and then decanted into the final bottle after development.

What does the name Nebuchadnezzar mean?

The name Nebuchadnezzar is of biblical origin, referring to Nebuchadnezzar II, known as "the Great", who ruled Babylon and besieged Jerusalem in 597.

Does the size of the bottle influence the quality of the wine?

The size of the bottle does indeed have an influence on the quality of the wine. The exchange of air between the cork and the wine is less in a large bottle than in a small one, which limits its oxidisation. In addition, because of their large capacity, large bottles exude the complexity and aromatic palette of the wine.

What is the best way to open a Nebuchadnezzar of champagne?

To open a Nebuchadnezzar of champagne properly, since it is held in place by a wire cage, the bottle should be turned around the cork and not the other way around in order to preserve the bubbles and taste that make a good champagne so delightful, then gently remove the cork and serve in a glass tilted at 45°. If the cork is removed too quickly, a sparkling stream will be produced. This phenomenon of "stacking" is due to an excessive concentration of bubbles. You can also break the Nebuchadnezzar of champagne by breaking its neck with a knife or other sharp object. The shockwave, combined with the pressure of the wine in the bottle, ejects the cork and the wire.

At what temperature should a Nebuchadnezzar of champagne be served?

A Nebuchadnezzar of champagne can ideally be served at a temperature of 8-10°C. Because of its large capacity, this large format needs to be chilled for longer than a classic bottle, and will be less subject to rapid temperature variations.