Founded in 1969, the International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) is the world's most prestigious wine and spirits competition, and the awards in this competition are considered the highest accolades in the industry.
At present, the results of the 2021 International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) Champagne (Champagne) group have been released, and a total of 16 champagnes have won mouth-watering gold awards. Here's a quick look:
- Piper-Heidsieck
Snow White Champagne won a total of 4 gold medals, namely:
1. Rare Millésime 2008 Brut
The highest score in the Champagne category, 12% ABV by alcohol, priced at $179, from Piper-Heidsieck (one of the world's three major champagne brands), judged by the jury: expressive cream cheese notes, rich red fruits, roasted almonds and pistachios, elegant and delicate, active acidity, with a long aftertaste of lime, papaya and apple.
2. Rare Rosé Millesime Brut 2007
12% ABV by alcohol, priced at $450, made from 60% Chardonnay and 40% Pinot Noir, the jury tasted: elegant toast aromas, nuts and cream cheese aromas, bright red berries in the taste buds, smoky flint aromas. The long aftertaste and delicate cream make for a great culinary experience.
3. Rare Millésime 1998 Brut
12% ABV by alcohol, $221, elegant floral notes of orange blossom, sandalwood, dried apricot, meringue, licorice and bergamot. On the palate there are hints of plum, plum paste, mango, cocoa and licorice. Try pairing champagne with white meat or smoked salmon.
4, Snow Heisec Xilut dry type champagne (Rare Millésime Cuvée Brut NV), priced at $45, very cost-effective.
- Palmer & Co
BMW Champagne won 2 gold medals, namely:
5. Palmer Brut 2012, 12% ABV by alcohol, priced at $113, emits a distinct aroma of green fruit and freshly baked cream cheese, and the entrance is full of tropical fruits, cream and pastries. Full of depth and lively acidity.
6. Palmer Blanc de Blanc Brut (Palmer Blanc de Blanc Brut), 12% ABV by alcohol, priced at $82.
- Jacques Picard
7. Art de Vigna Extra Brut 2007 ,7007, made from 60% Chardonnay, 20% Maurier Pinot Noir, is full-bodied, elegantly balanced and has a long aftertaste.
--Jean-Philippe Moulin
8. Jean-Philippe Moulin Brut 2012, priced at $40, is a great value, rich in biscuits and apricots, oranges, figs, preserved lemons, nougat, with wonderful balance and a long aftertaste.
- Duval-Leroy
9. Duval-Leroy Gran Cru Blanc de Blanc Brut NV, 12.5% ABV, priced at $41, the dulore grand prix shows a rich layer of pastry flavours, perfect balance, and blends perfectly with the flavours of bright acacia trees and roasted hazelnuts.
- Lan Song Champagne (Lan Song Champagne)
10. Lanson Le Black Reserve Brut NV, 12.5% ABV by alcohol, priced at $56. Dating back to 1760, the château is one of the oldest Champagne families in France. With a rich red apple pie (an apple pastry), lemon curd and freshly baked cream cake, the aroma is mesmerizing. Bright and fresh, with hints of citrus and flint, and distinct notes of roasted oak.
- De Saint Gall Orpale
11. De Saint Gall Orpale Grand Cru Blanc De Blancs Brut 2008, 12.5% ABV, priced at $121, described by the jury as: elegant, developed and multi-layered flavors of figs, sour honey, salted almonds, pastries and citrus. The lively and confident palate is complex and concentrated, with an elegant creamy texture with hints of nuts and citrus.
- Allouchery-Perseval champagne
12. Allouchery Perseval Premier Cru Extra Brut 2012, 12.5% ABV, priced at $60. The jury's official tasting notes describe: the expressive aroma blends the floral notes of ripe apples and pears, lemon honey juice, almond cakes, spices and bread dough. A hint of bitter lemon adds to the tone and freshness of the palate.
- Maison Mumm RSRV
13. Maison Mum RSRV 4.5 Grand Cru Brut NV, 12% ABV, priced at $50, is a blend of five different Champagne vineyard grapes, about 70% of which are from Grand Cru and Premier Cru vineyards. Description of the official tasting notes from the jury: with a lively and fresh aroma, the taste of light sherbet, marshmallow, lemon post (a lemon custard), mango, creamy peach and ripe orange makes the taste calm and approachable, with good complexity.
- Nicolas Feuillatte
14 Nicolas Feuillatte Palme d'Or Brut 2008, 12.5% ABV, priced at $164. Founded in 1976, Ligofia is one of the largest champagne brands in the growing cooperatives, one of the largest Champagne producers in France, with more than 5,000 growers supplying it with grapes. The official tasting record describes the fresh and bright champagne with a faint hint of curry leaf lead. Cashews, citric acid and baked apple pie are intertwined for a fruity twist. The wine is balanced and beautiful to drink.
- Co-op Les Pionniers
15. Co-op Les Pionniers Brut 2012, produced by the Piper Heidsieck facility in Reims, with an alcohol content of 12% ABV and priced at $35, the official tasting instructions describe this golden champagne as a stable product with a balanced taste, with sweet biscuits, crepe, yellow plums and honeydew melons. The aftertaste is roasted burdock, which is extremely complex.
- Tesco Finest
16. Tesco Finest Premier Cru Champagne NV, 12.5% ABV by alcohol, priced at $25.