Pierre Gimonnet Champagne Brut 1er Cru Rose de Blancs NV

95% Chardonnay, half of which is Grand Cru and the other half 1er Cru, then finished with 5% of still red wine from Cumieres.

A very pale pink color, almost rose gold, it shares some similarities with the always popular (and frequently out of stock) Billecart-Salmon rosé.

But the Gimonnet is even more mineral and saline with a core of structure and acidity that is overlaid with very subtle raspberry and cranberry fruits.

Delicious on its own, it is also a great pairing for everything from fried chicken to luxurious holiday cheese board.