Robert Moncuit 'Les Chetillons' Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut, Champagne, France 2016 Christophe Mignon herbs and toasted spices

herbs and toasted spices

coated with a light layer of vanilla

The vibrant aromas (flowers

but readers should not be looking at this as an easygoing wine for near-term drinking

the Paul Dolan Sauvignon Blanc shows tantalizing aromas of melon and pear with fresh tropical fruit

Robert Moncuit 'Les Chetillons' Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra Brut, Champagne, France 2016 Christophe Mignon herbs and toasted spicesThe anchor and one of the highest scored grower Champagnes in the building. 'Les Chtillons' is the legendary Le Mesnil sur Oger lieu dit made famous by Pierre Pters; Moncuit's parcel was planted in 1956, fermented in barrel, aged 60 months on lees, bottled at zero dosage. Lime and grapefruit peel, almond blossom, salted almond toast, a searingly chalky finish that runs for a decade plus. Drink now through 2050.