Brut Grand Cru

The Brut Grand Cru is considered one of the best non-vintage champagnes. It is made up of 70% Pinot Noir and 30% Chardonnay, 20% of which is vinified in barrels. The dosage is low. It spent a full 54 months in the cellar, and you can taste it: the wine has impressive density and length. It is vinous and intense, a champagne that recalls a great white wine more than a light aperitif.

Egly-Ouriet is one of the few houses that print the disgorgement date on the bottle. That lets you see how long the wine has rested since disgorgement. Serve it at 11 to 12 °C in a white wine glass and give it some air. It pairs well with robust fish, poultry in a cream sauce or mature cheese.