Color: pale gold with a green hue, fine delicate bubbles and a neat cordon. Nose: fruity, citrussy (lemon, grapefruit), lightly toasted and buttery, with a very pleasant freshness. Palate: lively, saline, fruity, citrussy (lemon). Great freshness and lightness. Slight roundness from the dosage. Pairing: scallops carpaccio. Comment: a great apéritif Champagne. Can age 5 years.