{"product_id":"jcb-brut-champagne-no-xx-750ml","title":"JCB Brut Champagne No. XX 750ml","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eEvery bottle of Champagne holds an almost unimaginable number of bubbles — roughly 20 million of them, each one beginning its life at a microscopic point of nucleation at the base of the glass before rising, brief and resplendent, to burst at the surface. Jean-Charles Boisset built the entire concept of this wine around that specific number: No. XX, twenty in Roman numerals, a name that turns the science of effervescence itself into the wine's identity. \"From the point of nucleation at the base of the glass, a bubble's life is short, but resplendent, as it rises and bursts at the surface,\" the house's own copy reads. \"The millions of bubbles form a luxuriant cosmos in each glass of the effervescent elixir. This dazzling display is what has made Champagne renowned the world over.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eJCB is the personal wine and spirits collection of Jean-Charles Boisset, produced under the broader Boisset Collection — France's third-largest wine group and Burgundy's largest wine producer — and built entirely around Boisset's own conviction that sparkling wine deserves a place in everyday life, not just special occasions. No. XX pours a delightful pale yellow, reminiscent of the soft glow of a summer sunset, with effervescence that forms a genuinely mesmerizing train of bubbles dancing gracefully through the glass. The nose is a delightful fusion of invigorating citrus — the tangy zest of ripe lemons and limes — mingling playfully with a subtle hint of delicate white flowers. Perfectly balanced by vibrant acidity, the palate delivers a lively, refreshing mouthfeel that's genuinely gourmet in character: exuberant, satisfying, and built for drinking often rather than saving for a single toast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eNo. XX earned a Silver Medal at the 2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards — recognition that places it alongside the broader JCB Champagne portfolio's strong track record, which includes Double Gold honors for the house's other numbered Champagne releases at the same competition. This is Boisset's own numerically playful, genuinely food-friendly take on Champagne — a wine whose entire concept begins and ends with the simple, dazzling physics of the bubble itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigins \u0026amp; Craftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eJCB is the personal wine and spirits collection of Jean-Charles Boisset, produced under the umbrella of the Boisset Collection — the US office of Boisset, La Famille des Grands Vins, France's third-largest wine group and Burgundy's largest wine producer. Boisset's broader philosophy holds that Champagne and sparkling wine should be treated as an everyday pleasure rather than reserved exclusively for celebration, a sensibility that runs through the entire numbered JCB Champagne and Crémant de Bourgogne range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eNo. XX takes its name directly from the Roman numeral for 20 — a reference to the approximately 20 million bubbles contained within a single bottle of Champagne. The wine presents a pale yellow hue and is produced according to traditional Champagne method, with the classic base-of-glass nucleation and rising bubble stream that defines the category's most fundamental visual signature. The finished wine earned a Silver Medal at the 2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards, held June 10, 2025.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritics Reviews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSilver Medal — 2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards (June 10, 2025)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJCB Collection official tasting notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This Champagne presents a delightful pale yellow hue, reminiscent of the soft glow of a summer sunset. The effervescence is a mesmerizing sight, forming a beautiful train of bubbles that dance gracefully in the glass, creating an inviting allure. The aroma is a delightful fusion of invigorating citrus notes, akin to the tangy zest of ripe lemons and limes, mingling playfully with a subtle hint of delicate white flowers. Perfectly balanced by a vibrant acidity and imparting a lively and refreshing mouthfeel, on the palate it reveals a truly gourmet experience that is both exuberant and satisfying.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Profile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNose\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePale yellow, reminiscent of the soft glow of a summer sunset. Invigorating citrus notes lead — the tangy zest of ripe lemons and limes — mingling playfully with a subtle hint of delicate white flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePalate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVibrant acidity carries a lively, refreshing mouthfeel throughout. A genuinely gourmet character comes through, exuberant and satisfying, with the citrus brightness from the nose continuing seamlessly onto the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh and clean, closing with the same bright citrus energy and floral lift that defines the wine from the very first pour — a mesmerizing train of bubbles carrying the character through to the very last sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"overflow-x-auto w-full px-2 mb-6\"\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"min-w-full border-collapse text-sm leading-[1.7] whitespace-normal\"\u003e\n\u003cthead class=\"text-left\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eCategory\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"col\" class=\"text-text-100 border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.6)] py-2 pr-4 align-top font-bold\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppellation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eChampagne AOC, France\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBrut Champagne\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eJCB — Jean-Charles Boisset\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eParent Company\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBoisset Collection — France's 3rd largest wine group, Burgundy's largest wine producer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eName Meaning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\"No. XX\" — Roman numeral 20, representing the ~20 million bubbles in every bottle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003ePale yellow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCritics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eSilver Medal — 2025 Sommeliers Choice Awards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSister JCB Champagnes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eNo. 44 (Double Gold, 2025 Sommeliers Choice) · Gala Brut (50% Chardonnay\/35% Pinot Noir\/15% Pinot Meunier)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \/ Identity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eBright, citrus-driven, everyday Champagne built around the science and spectacle of the bubble itself\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAromas \u0026amp; Flavors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003eLemon zest, lime zest, delicate white flowers, vibrant acidity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd class=\"border-b-0.5 border-[hsl(var(--border-300)\/0.3)] py-2 pr-4 align-top\"\u003e750ml\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.125rem] font-bold\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eLight appetizers and canapés\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eFresh oysters and shellfish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eSoft cheeses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003eAperitif, on its own\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Southern","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44293588713538,"sku":null,"price":60.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0363\/8621\/files\/JCB_Brut_Champagne_No._XX_750ml.jpg?v=1784588938","url":"https:\/\/www.blackwellswines.com\/products\/jcb-brut-champagne-no-xx-750ml","provider":"Blackwell's Wines \u0026 Spirits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}