Domaines Henri Boillot, Michel Lafarge, Comtes Lafon, Montille, Rossignol and Voillot are producers to look out for.

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Comtes Lafon even produces a few precious cases of Montrachet Grand Cru, one of the most famous and expensive white wines in the world.

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Vintage Champagnes from major houses such as Bollinger, Pol Roger or Taittinger can improve for decades but are arguably at their peak between 10 and 15 years opportune, as this year has seen the release of the 2002 vintage by Bollinger, Pol Roger and Taittinger's Comtes de Champagne.

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