Color: light gold, lemon yellow, green reflection, fine bubbles. Nose: fresh, complex, with citrus fruits. A pretty floral side that opens with notes of yellow stone fruits. Palate: full, creamy, slight acidity. Notes of very ripe fruit, bitter on the finish. Pairing: stewed John Dory, white butter sauce; creamy poultry with porcini mushrooms. Comment: a sunny, complex champagne that goes well with a whole meal. Age 8 years.