Has anyone looked at the Cattier NV Brut recently ? I see it is on special at one of the majors, looked through Gavin's site and he doesn't seem to stock/sell it, so I hope I have offended anyone by my comments about the major with it on special ?
Is it good value for money ? I haven't tried it, and was looking for some tasting notes, or suggestions as to its quality.
Cheers,
Glyndon.
Cattier NV
Hi Glyndon,
I've tried the Cattier a few times over the years, but not recently, it used to be a Theo's line before C-M took them over. As long as you aren't expecting too much complexity it's probably good value at $30, it's worth buying and trying against something like Croser or Domaine Chandon Vintage at around the same price to see which you prefer. The same chain features so many NV Champagnes on rotation at good prices I generally pay the extra and buy the more recognisable brands discounted to $45-$50.
I've tried the Cattier a few times over the years, but not recently, it used to be a Theo's line before C-M took them over. As long as you aren't expecting too much complexity it's probably good value at $30, it's worth buying and trying against something like Croser or Domaine Chandon Vintage at around the same price to see which you prefer. The same chain features so many NV Champagnes on rotation at good prices I generally pay the extra and buy the more recognisable brands discounted to $45-$50.
Cheers
Brian
Life's too short to drink white wine and red wine is better for you too! :-)
Brian
Life's too short to drink white wine and red wine is better for you too! :-)
Thank you. I wasn't expecting anything "earth moving", however for around the $30 mark, I thought that it had to be worth a try, even as a simple quaffing bubbly. My usual purchases in this range are Ninth Island, Brown Brothers Patricia and Croser, and have never been a fan of Chandon, or Moet NV for that matter.
Thanks for the input, it is greatly apprecaited.
Good Drinking,
Glyndon.
Thanks for the input, it is greatly apprecaited.
Good Drinking,
Glyndon.
Red Bigot wrote:Hi Glyndon,
I've tried the Cattier a few times over the years, but not recently, it used to be a Theo's line before C-M took them over. As long as you aren't expecting too much complexity it's probably good value at $30, it's worth buying and trying against something like Croser or Domaine Chandon Vintage at around the same price to see which you prefer. The same chain features so many NV Champagnes on rotation at good prices I generally pay the extra and buy the more recognisable brands discounted to $45-$50.
I'm with him on both comments...
M.
Looking up Richard Juhlin's 4000 Champagnes....essential reference for champagne drinkers. He reviews two Cattier NV's, one called Brut Antique (35% PN, 40% PM and 25% CH) rated 67/100, and Blanc de Blancs (100% CH, obviously) rated 74. Not sure which one is imported to Australia.
Cattier is based in Chigney-les-Roses on the northern slopes of the Montagne de Reims. Rated 94% Premier Cru. All in all a good buy at $30 or so given its pedigree.
I have some of the 1996 Vintage which at $40 is great value (now sold out I think) and delicious.
cheers,
David M.
Cattier is based in Chigney-les-Roses on the northern slopes of the Montagne de Reims. Rated 94% Premier Cru. All in all a good buy at $30 or so given its pedigree.
I have some of the 1996 Vintage which at $40 is great value (now sold out I think) and delicious.
cheers,
David M.
I have never been a fan of Domaine Chandon but the 2002 Blanc de Blanc and 2002 Tasmanian Cuvee changed that. Excellent wines. Vintage and other spin offs not so good for me.
I also had the Sir James Hardy 2002 a few weeks ago at just a tad above $20 and it was nearly as impressive. Had it next to the 2002 Salinger, which seemed simple and lacking focus.
Get a bottle and tell me what you think. I don't think you will be disappointed.
Adair
P.S. This is from a person who drinks more French Champagne than Australian sparkling.
I also had the Sir James Hardy 2002 a few weeks ago at just a tad above $20 and it was nearly as impressive. Had it next to the 2002 Salinger, which seemed simple and lacking focus.
Get a bottle and tell me what you think. I don't think you will be disappointed.
Adair
P.S. This is from a person who drinks more French Champagne than Australian sparkling.
Wine is bottled poetry.