Marc Chauvet N.V. Brut

Based in the village of Rilly-la-Montagne, this is a growers Champagne in the sense that they make their wines from their very own vineyards. A blend of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier with approximately 30% blend of older reserve wines, this again is not your usual commercial stuff where 20%-30% of their value goes on marketing and advertising. There is very little of that here, just classical Champagne that equals any major brand for considerably less. Beautiful balance with a lovely bouquet of white flowers and peach, good texture with a clean refreshing finish and just slightly yeasty. Delicious!