CHAMPAGNE
Rather than looking for a certain level of perfection that most Champagnes claim to deliver (hardly ever the case), we view Champagne as wines to drink when we can’t figure what else to open, as a kind of palate cleanser, or if on the richer side, Champagne can function in the same manner as an oxidative or sweet white wine at the end of a meal or long drinking session. Either way, as our palates have matured over the years, we find ourselves keeping at least a couple of fancy sparkling options around, as one truly never knows when the mood will strike.
Olivier Horiot Metisse NV (19 base)
Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc
$65
Olivier Horiot Soléra NV
Arbane, Petit Meslier, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc, Pinot Meunier
$96
David Leclapart l’Aphrodisiaque 2016
Pinot Noir / Chardonnay
$300
Marguet Shaman 2020
Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
$75
Marguet Ambonnay 2018
Chardonnay, Pinot Noir
$105
Marguet Avize 2018
Chardonnay
$105