This all-estate Blanc de Blancs comes from the western edge of Champagne in Crouttes-sur-Marne. Here the soil is a mixture of limestone, clay and chalk and give rich wines with plenty of weight. This wine is very full bodied, even grassouillette, making it perfect for an end of winter aperitif. It will also go very well with all manner of savory pastries and pâté. The wine itself is loaded with buttery brioche and comes across decadently loaded with toast. The best thing about the wine is how focused and fresh it is on the finish- this is dry and long wine with class. -Gary Westby, K&L