Grape growers in the village of Champillon since 1670, led by third generation Laurent Autréau, their vineyards perch on the hillsides overlooking Epernay. Disgorged in June 2024. A blend of pinot noir and chardonnay this opens with lemon skin, peach nectar and toasted praline. There is wet limestone and friable pumice stone with long tingling chords of acidity. Some pink sea salt flakes and a lemon yoghurt creaminess, this is layered with chimes of lees whilst maintaining its poise and lively persistence. Gorgeous on its own but could equally see you through seafood, white meats and into cheeses as well. A beautiful framed champagne from a shining Grand Cru site.

A blend of both Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Grand Cru vineyards promises some bubbly excitement.

The colour is a deep but shimmering pale gold. A lovely toasty nose with hints of raspberries, peaches, melon and stonefruits, with touches of almonds and hazelnuts. Some underlying lemon curd notes as well. Lots of life here, this is a bright, well balanced and quite rich style of Champers. The Pinot seems especially to the fore at this early stage. A pleasing line of vibrant acidity runs the length. Any time over the next six years.

Distinctive bouquet with pear and lemon, preserved lemon and apple, a fine autolysis complexity and chalk-like mineral quality. Lovely weight and crispness, dry, fresh, saline and mineral. A fine wine with a coarse - silk textured mousse, high acidity, distinctively dry and floral on the finish. Flavours of lemon and apple and a fresh, crisp brioche quality on the finish. Well made with ready to drink qualities from 2022 through 2029.

There is a great depth of flavor to this wine. It is rich, but has a strong mineral edge that cuts through the ripe white and citrus fruits. Balanced between dryness and fruit, this structured wine is ready to drink.