Millesime exception 2010

At Drappier, the Millésime d'Exception 2010 is made only in years with special climatic conditions and is meant to show the vintage as unadorned as possible. The very low sulphur dosage is characteristic. Part of the wine is aged in oak barrels, which gives the cuvée fullness and complexity. The result is a powerful champagne with structure. This version comes as a magnum in a moulded bottle, which makes it a fine keepsake of a particular year.

At the table it is flexible: it works as well as an aperitif as with veal ragout, risotto or fish cooked à la plancha. The strong build also copes with spicier preparations. Serve it at 10 to 12°C in a wide white wine glass. The magnum is especially suited to larger groups, since the big bottle ages more slowly and stays fresh for a long time.