"This has the bright savor of a strawberry dipped in sea salt. It's light, with a hint of smokiness to balance the fruit. Together with the fine bubbles, that fruit savor will clean up after cured sausages and other charcuterie."

A mouthwatering rose Champagne, with a lacy, delicate mousse, this bursts with tangerine and pomelo flavors, plus accents of toast point, pastry cream, smoke and chamomile. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. Drink now.

Salmon skin color. Energetic, floral nose offers finely etched apple and pomegranate scents, along with delicate mineral and jasmine nuances. Dry, stony and fresh, with precise, fairly deep pear, rhubarb and subtle red berry flavors. Finishes on a dusty, mineral note, with very good length.