Petit Meslier 2008

The Petit Meslier 2008 from Duval-Leroy comes from the Authentis range and is made as a single-variety wine from a grape that is considered forgotten. Few houses in Champagne bottle a cuvée from this grape alone. Its small berries give low yields. The vintage shows a powerful nose of yellow fruit, dried fruit and a wide range of citrus notes. On the palate it is complex, concentrated and full-bodied. Acidity forms the guiding line, as is typical of the variety, and brings tension and drive.

Cellar master Sandrine Logette recommends it with asparagus or a pan of spring vegetables. Tartare of oily fish and caviar also work well. Serve it at 10 to 12 °C in a white wine glass so that the full range of aromas can open up.