Champagne with nothing to hide.
Dosage Zero means no sugar is added before the cork goes in. Bruno Paillard makes this cuvée from first-press juice only, and it shows: taut citrus, chalk and white spice with brilliant focus.
Tastes like: Lemon peel, chalk and almond skin, with white pepper and oyster shell.
Feels like: Medium-bodied, bone dry bubbles, with bright freshness and no oak.
Great with: Oysters, smoked salmon, goat cheese.
Singapore and Asian favourites: Sashimi, sushi, tempura.
The geeky bit: Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir from more than 30 villages across Champagne, with long ageing on the lees.
Accolades: 94 pts Wine & Spirits · 92 pts Vinous · 92 pts Jeb Dunnuck
Why we like it: Stripped back and elegant. A Champagne for people who really like Champagne.
Serve: 6 to 8°C. Well chilled.
Alcohol: 12%
