Wine Leaderboard ™ Under $500
The Champagne Under $500 Leaderboard provides the highest rated Champagne brands priced under $500 . Compare brands by rating and style.
White Blend
| Louis Roederer Cristal 2016 | $300 - $499 | 97 |
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| Krug Vintage 2011 | $300 - $499 | 97 |
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| Krug Grande Cuvee 172 | $200 - $299 | 97 |
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| Dom Perignon Plentitude 2 2006 | $300 - $499 | 97 |
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| Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill 2012 | $300 - $499 | 97 |
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| Bollinger R.D. 2008 | $300 - $499 | 97 |
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| Louis Roederer Cristal 2014 | $300 - $499 | 97 |
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| Dom Perignon Plenitude 2 2004 | $300 - $499 | 97 |
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| Krug Vintage 2008 | $300 - $499 | 97 |
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| Krug Grande Cuvee 169 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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| Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle 25 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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| Laurent-Perrier Grand Siecle 26 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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| Dom Perignon 2015 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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| Bollinger La Grande Annee 2015 | $150 - $199 | 96 |
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| Krug Grande Cuvee 171 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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| Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill 2013 | $300 - $499 | 96 |
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| Bollinger La Grande Annee 2014 | $150 - $199 | 96 |
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| Louis Roederer Cristal 2013 | $300 - $499 | 96 |
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| Louis Roederer Cristal 2015 | $300 - $499 | 96 |
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| Dom Perignon 2012 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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| Dom Perignon 2013 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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| Dom Perignon Plenitude 2 2003 | $300 - $499 | 96 |
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| Krug Vintage 2006 | $300 - $499 | 96 |
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Rosé
| Dom Perignon Rosé 2008 | $300 - $499 | 97 |
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| Krug Rosé 27 | $300 - $499 | 96 |
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| Krug Rosé 28 | $300 - $499 | 96 |
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| Elisabeth Salmon Brut Rosé 2012 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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| Krug Rosé 25 | $300 - $499 | 96 |
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| Dom Ruinart Rosé 2009 | $300 - $499 | 96 |
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| Bollinger La Grande Annee Rosé 2015 | $150 - $199 | 96 |
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| Taittinger Comtes De Champagne Rosé 2008 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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| Bollinger La Grande Annee Rosé 2014 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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| Dom Perignon Rosé 2009 | $300 - $499 | 96 |
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Blanc De Blancs
| Louis Salmon Blanc De Blancs 2012 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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| Comtes De Champagne Blanc De Blancs 2012 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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| Comtes De Champagne Blanc De Blancs 2013 | $200 - $299 | 96 |
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Blanc De Noirs
| Le Clos Saint-Hilaire 2007 | $300 - $499 | 96 |
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Encyclopedia
Champagne bottles come in many sizes for many occasions. When selecting a bottle other than the standard 750 ml. bottle, keep in mind that the bottle size can make a difference in the taste experience. They come in ten different sizes, but some sizes are more difficult to find than others.
A vintage chart provides a year by year analysis of the Champagne Region's grape harvest. When deciding on the vintage of a brand the vintage chart can give clues to the best years. The decision to declare a vintage rests with each individual producer depending upon their particular grapes.
There are common misconceptions about opening a bottle of Champagne. Opening a bottle of champagne often goes hand in hand with a celebration and it is tempting to let the cork fly and shower a bit of bubbly.
Everyone has their own personal taste preference. Champagne Score provides the information necessary to determine the best selection for your personal taste within your budget. The primary taste and aroma factors are determined by the following:
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