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Salmanazar Champagne

The Salmanazar is one of the 16 different sizes of wine bottles that can be found in Champagne.What is the capacity of a Salmanazar of champagne?The capacity of a Salmanazar of champagne is 9 litres,...Read More

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15.5

Laurent-Perrier : La Cuvée

Champagne

Laurent-Perrier

A model of balance and freshness, driven by the finesse of Chardonnay and four years in the cellar

$1,462.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$1,462.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock in France

Pol Roger : Brut Réserve

Champagne

Pol Roger

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

$1,507.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$1,507.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock in France

15.5

No Discount Applicable

Veuve Clicquot : Brut Yellow Label

Champagne

Veuve Clicquot

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

$1,850.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$1,850.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock in France

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Krug Grande Cuvée 174ème Édition

Krug combines substance and finesse around 2018

16.5

Bollinger : Special Cuvée

Champagne

Bollinger

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

$2,422.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$2,422.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock in France

No Discount Applicable

Moët & Chandon : Brut Impérial

Champagne

Moët & Chandon

An iconic blend combining generous fruit with brioche-like freshness

$1,657.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$1,657.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock in France

16.5

No Discount Applicable

Drappier : Carte d'Or

Champagne

Drappier

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

$1,497.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$1,497.00 / 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.

$1,825.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$1,825.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock currently at the producing estate - Available to ship after 19/10/2026

Leclerc Briant : Brut Réserve

Champagne

Leclerc Briant

A vinous brut with notes of pear, combining a creamy texture and mineral freshness.

$1,516.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$1,516.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock currently at the producing estate - Available to ship after 19/10/2026

15.5

Alfred Gratien : Brut

Champagne

Alfred Gratien

Vinified in barrels without malolactic fermentation, this brut combines brioche notes with chalky freshness.

$1,246.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$1,246.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock in France

Boizel : Brut Réserve

Champagne

Boizel

A fresh and rounded brut with fruity and brioche notes, dominated by Pinot Noir.

$1,598.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$1,598.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock currently at the producing estate - Available to ship after 19/10/2026

Heidsieck & Co Monopole : Blue Top

Champagne

Heidsieck & Co Monopole

$1,093.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$1,093.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock currently at the producing estate - Available to ship after 19/10/2026

16.5

Taittinger : Brut Réserve

Champagne

Taittinger

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

$1,562.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$1,562.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock in France

Leclerc Briant : Cuvée Abyss Zéro Dosage 2018

Champagne

Leclerc Briant

Aged one year at sea, this 2018 brut nature combines marine freshness with velvety depth.

$4,013.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$4,013.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock currently at the producing estate - Available to ship after 19/10/2026

16.5

No Discount Applicable

Armand de Brignac : Brut Gold

Champagne

Armand de Brignac

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

$15,305.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$15,305.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock in France

No Discount Applicable

Armand de Brignac : Brut Rosé

Champagne

Armand de Brignac

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

$22,986.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$22,986.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock currently at the producing estate - Available to ship after 19/10/2026

Perrier-Jouët : Belle Epoque 1999

Champagne

Perrier-Jouët

$13,207.00 Incl. GST & DP

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$13,207.00 / Unit

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Pre-arrivals - Stock in France

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Salmanazar Champagne : Key Points

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

What is the capacity of a Salmanazar of champagne?

The capacity of a Salmanazar of champagne is 9 litres, the equivalent of 12 bottles of 75cl or 72 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 Salmanazar mean?

The name Salmanazar is of biblical origin. Salmanazar refers to the five kings of Assyria who bore this name. King Salmanazar III, a great warrior, left his mark on history through his many military campaigns and his reputation as a great builder.

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 Salmanazar of champagne?

To open a Salmanazar 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 Salmanazar of champagne be served?

A Salmanazar 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.