Rare

1998 Piper-Heidsieck "Cuveé Rare", Magnum

Rich, golden color. Woodsmoke, paprika, toasted nuts, cherries, spices, slight skunky/rubber tire notes.  A bold Champagne, with lots of body and a lingering finish.

Available from K & L Wines for a mere $399.00.

Jacob's Creek Brut Cuvée

Via Eric:

Ah, the Aussies! They're a hardy lot, and they can turn out some decent Sparkling wines to boot! One of my favorites from the Land-Down-Under is Jacob's Creek, Chardonnay Pinot Noir Brut Cuvée. Very reasonably priced, and very enjoyable (~$15). It's balanced in all respects: Dry, but not overly so; Flavorful, but not too yeasty; Full of Bubble, but in a relatively refined way.