Welcome to the party, Bernard Lonclas! Our grower-producer friends have supplied us with some of the best bubbles in the business for a few vintages, so we can say with confidence (and lots of experience) that what they do is nothing short of outstanding. The 2014 ‘millésime’ vintage is a seriously great Champagne, too. Despite the understated, humble label, this is all about what’s in the glass. There are meyer lemons and grapefruit pith flavours that speak to an 80% dominance of chardonnay. Mouthfillingly fine bubbles interplay with lees, toastiness and a gorgeous saline slipperiness that flirts with superb nervous tension. Are you looking for a reason to drink one of the finest Champagne producers? Here’s a tip - you don’t need one. Just go for it.