Laval, Champagne Premier Cru 'Les Chênes' Brut Nature 2020

Place: Champagne, France

Grape: Pinot Noir + Pinot Meunier

Vibe: W-O-W

The Les Chênes site is probably the best terroir in Cumières, so this is like crème de la crème de la crème (de la crème). Only made in exceptional years and released after at least four years of ageing. How good is it to be in the year of our lord 2024? Soft yet persistent, the nose is stunning, running the fruit spectrum from apples to pears to passion fruit, with sweet brioche hints and orange blossom florals. Pure, full-bodied and elegant on the palate. I mean. Come on. ABV: 12%