A creamy, well-knit Champagne in an aperitif style, with a toasty overtone and lightly juicy acidity layered with notes of glazed apple, candied orange zest, smoke and spice. An accessible, round and balanced sipper. Drink now. 29,700 cases made, 3,400 cases imported. — AN

(70% Pinot Noir, 20% Chardonnay and 10% Menier): Light yellow-gold. Ripe pear and strawberry aromas and flavors, along with notes of sweet butter and honey. Fleshy and open-knit, showing a supple texture and good finishing cling. Easygoing and seamless Champagne that has the heft to work with richer foods.

This Champagne is lightly structured, balancing between the citrus and red fruit flavors and crisp acidity. It is a young wine but is ready to drink.