R Pouillon et Fils, Champagne 1er Cru Brut Rose de Maceration (Base 2021), NV 0116MTETNA savory maturity

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A traditional Spanish blanco vermouth

A serious grower fizz that punches far above its category

and hints of spice and herbs

R Pouillon et Fils, Champagne 1er Cru Brut Rose de Maceration (Base 2021), NV 0116MTETNA savory maturityGrower Champagne made by Fabrice Pouillon, a third generation vigneron working organically (horse plowing and all) out of the Premier Cru village of Mareuil sur Ay. This is a rose made by maceration, meaning the color and flavor come from soaking red grapes rather than blending in still red wine, which gives it more depth, grip, and red fruit presence than most pink Champagne. Built on the 2021 harvest from old vines in the Vallee de la Marne, it's