From: Aube, Champagne, France
Varietal: Pinot Noir, Chardonnay
Taste: This champagne opens with an inviting nose of cream, rustic cracker, green apple, light citrus, and mirabelle plum. On the palate, it is focused and light, offering delightful flavors of fresh and baked apples, poached pears, baked bread, and a subtle hint of lemon curd, all complemented by wonderful bubbles. The finish reveals candied apples, cream, and yellow plums.
Pairing: Its crisp and fresh notes of green apple and light citrus make it an ideal companion for delicate seafood dishes such as oysters, scallops, or a light shrimp cocktail. The subtle hints of orchard fruit complement the richness of poultry dishes, particularly roast chicken or duck with a citrus glaze. This is perfect for snacking on with cheese gougères and a creamy brie.
Mini Brie and Apple Quiches
By Tara Parker-Pope
About: Within the Aube region is the Champagne Bernard Gaucher estate. It is located near the charming villages of Arconville, Urville, and Ailleville, in the heart of “la Côte des Bar.”
At the helm of Champagne Bernard Gaucher is a a small team of the Gaucher family and a few employees. Guillaume, primarily found in the vineyards or the cellar, works closely with the employees and drives the tractors. His hands-on approach ensures that every aspect of the champagne-making process, from grape cultivation to the final bottling, meets the highest quality standards.