Clos du Moulin Brut 1er Cru casket

This champagne comes from a single plot, the Clos du Moulin, the site on which the house of Cattier has built its reputation. The cuvée is 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay, composed from three vintages that the house selects for quality and ageing potential. Eight years in the cellar and a dosage of 6 g/l give it depth without losing freshness. The bottles are numbered, which makes it a rarity.

The perlage is very fine, and the bouquet shows citrus, dried apricot and white chocolate. On the palate, lemon and red fruit meet a lively freshness, and toasty notes linger at the finish. Serve it at 10 to 12 °C in a wide-bowled white wine glass, with lamb, lobster or soft cheese. It comes in a presentation box, so it can be given as a gift without further wrapping.