Our best-seller Champagne — in a blind tasting, most people preferred it to more expensive samples from more famous Maisons! While it is a Brut, it is full of fruit.

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  Colin Talcroft

  Pink with tiny, delicate, persistent bubbles. Very pretty in the glass—as any rosé Champagne should be. Bright, fruity scents suggestive of cantaloupe and citrus (perhaps orange rind or pink grapefruit). Less rich, creamy, and toasty than the Carte Or and Carte Rouge wines from the same maker, but with subtle hints of toast and something suggestive of plum skins. Delicate mousse. Refined and sophisticated, but not at all snooty. A perfect brunch wine. Excellent value.

  Food pairing: Aperitif, salmon, light appetizers, fruit salad; a perfect brunch wine

Created from hand-harvested grapes, all local to the Jacquinot & Fils domaine, this vintage Brut Champagne spent over 4 years on lees to achieve a rich raspberry flavor. Best with food.

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  Cheryl Bringuez

  Gorgeous color, with pretty, pink bubbles. Overflowing with strawberry and citrus on the nose. Lively fruit on the palate with a clean, crisp finish. Begs to be served well chilled on a warm day, preferably on a patio—perhaps alongside a caprese salad.

  Food pairing: Salad