NV Veuve Fourny Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature

100% Chardonnay from a single 4 acre, 40 year old vines in Vertus. They farm the most privileged, east-facing parcels in their village, allowing grapes to bask in, and soak up the rising sunlight and mature naturally, without requiring added sugar for balance. 75% vinified in steel and 25% in neutral wood. 20% reserve wine. Aged for 30 months on the lees. This isn’t a luscious Champagne; it’s textural, and energetic, with zesty citrus notes and crunchy fruit. If you’re looking for the perfect palate opener, this mood-brightener, with its fervent and fine bead, will prime you for a sparkling soirée.

93 points, Wine & Spirits. "The Fourny brothers farm close to four acres of 60-year-old chardonnay vines for this Brut Nature, aging it on the lees for 30 months. They present it without dosage, allowing the deep flavors to show in all their brisk intensity. It feels youthful, with notes of lemon, pear and chalk in mouthwatering tension. A clean, fresh Champagne to enjoy with raw shellfish, or to cellar for several years."

92 points, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate. "The NV Brut Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Nature is 100% Chardonnay bottled with no dosage. It is a gorgeous, striking wine endowed with layers of pure, crystalline fruit. Mint, flower, sweet herbs and minerals are some of the notes that meld together on the seamless finish. This is a pure, utterly impeccable wine."