Pol Roger Brut Reserve is the house's signature cuvée, composed of more than 30 base wines drawn from at least two vintages and the three classic cépages, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Pol Roger Brut Reserve is never released until the youngest component is at least three years old and, to satisfy British preferences, the champagne is rested for an additional period after disgorging.

Warning: This product is age restricted to 18 or over. You'll be asked to confirm your age upon delivery.

Please drink responsibly: The UK Chief Medical Officers recommend adults do not regularly drink more than 14 units per week.

Features: Wine of France, Sparkling wine.

Country of origin: France.

Storage: Sparkling wines and Champagne should always be stored in a cool and dry place away from light and heat sources. The ideal temperature for storage is 13-15 degrees C.

Warning: Sparkling wines contain high natural pressure. Do not allow bottles to get warm. Chill bottle before opening and avoid shaking. Point bottle away from others and yourself when removing wire, hood and cork. Hold the cork firmly and twist out slowly by hand. Never in any circumstances use a corkscrew to open.

Package type: Bottle.

Recycling information: Glass bottle recyclable.

Other Information: Full Product Name: Brut Champagne - White French Wine. Origin: Product of France.

Allergen Information: Contains Sulphur Dioxide/Sulphites. Contains Sulphites.

Dietary Information: Suitable for Vegetarians; Suitable for Vegans.

Brand: Pol Roger.

Brand details: Handcrafted Since 1849. Pol Roger founded his renowned Champagne house in Epernay in 1849. Through five generations, his direct descendants have run this proudly independent family house, producing Champagnes of worldwide acclaim. The signature Champagne of the House, Brut Reserve is an equal blend of the three Champenois grape varieties: Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay, from 30 different crus. We use 25% reserve wines to produce this cuvee. After a minimum of three years ageing in our cellars, the style combines complexity, balance and distinction.

Manufacturer: Champagne Pol Roger, 1 Rue Winston Churchill, Epernay, CEDEX 51206, France.

Return to Address: Pol Roger Limited, Shelton House, 4 Coningsby Street, Hereford, HR1 2DY. www.polroger.com

History: Champagne Pol Roger was founded in 1849, the cellars run for 7km and are on three levels, the deepest known as the 'cave de prisse de mousse' at 33m below street level, as the name suggests this is where the secondary fermentation takes place in the bottle.

Agent: Pol Roger Limited.

Grape variety: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier.

Current vintage: NV.

Regional information: Brut Réserve is blended from 30 still base wines from different vineyards, different vintages and the three main grape varieties which dominate the champagne region, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier.

Tasting notes: On the nose, the champagne is dominated by white flowers, green apple, brioche and a trace of minerality. On the palate there are notes of stone fruits, a certain nuttiness and a hint of honey supporting the freshness of the acidity.

Manufacturer marketing: By Appointment to H.M. Queen Elizabeth Purveyors of Champagne Pol Roger.

Alcohol by volume: 12.5. Units: 9.38.

Producer: Champagne Pol Roger.

Winemaker: Dominique Petit.

Vinification details: Brut Réserve is made up of wines drawn from the cuvée (the first, light pressing) and where appropriate the taille (second pressing). After clarification of the must at 8ºC, a process unique to Pol Roger, the fermentation is thermoregulated to ensure the optimum retention of fresh fruit character and aromas. The wine is riddled by hand by a team of remueurs, a rarity in Champagne, then undergoes dégorgement à froid, a new technique for disgorging and finally a dosage of 12 g/l is added.