Brut Réserve Exclusive

The Brut Réserve Exclusive from Nicolas Feuillatte is a champagne that lives from the blend: it brings together wines from many villages and three grape varieties. 40% Pinot Noir and 40% Meunier give body and fruit, while 20% Chardonnay adds finesse and freshness. Before release it ages for three to four years in the house's cellars, while the legal minimum is 15 months.

In the glass it appears pale yellow with silver reflections, clear, with a persistent ribbon of delicate bubbles. On the palate it begins clean, feels elegant and layered, and the fine mousse carries the freshness through to the finish. That makes it versatile: just as good as an aperitif as with poultry, fish or mature cheese. We recommend 8 to 10°C and a tulip-shaped white wine glass, which shows off the aromas and the mousse well. For a brut with this much ageing, the price is remarkably fair.