France

There’s a great balance of bright acidity, rich brioche, and a touch of ripe apple flesh in this classic (and frankly well-priced) champers. The blend is aged for 5 years before disgorgement. Coulon is a member of an elite association of Champagne growers

Christophe has been making waves in Saint-Émilion for his boundary-pushing red Bordeaux, and now he pushes the envelope even further by producing a white pét-nat. Slightly funky, with tart green apple, crushed lemongrass, and white pepper, with a round bo

Orchard fruit is on full display, with a bedrock of chalky minerality lurking underneath. Julie and Toby studied with Rene Mosse, the Loire Valley natural wine superstar. They’re a unique winemaking couple; Toby a British ex-pat, and Julie hailing from Ar

Situated over 700 meters above sea level at the feet of the Pyrenees, Les Hautes Terres crafts classically styled wines in Limoux, one of the only southern French regions celebrated for its sparkling wines. Bright, with golden flowers, and a creamy, elega

Pinot Meunier is frequently overlooked in Champagne, but the grape is celebrated by Moussé, an organic grower family that has been making wine since 1750. The wine undergoes malo, imparting deep red fruits and a subtle salty backbone.

A very pretty rosé from the French Alps. Bright, red fruit aromas are there to greet you. Fresh flavors of sour cherry and rose petals with an elegant texture and bubbles. Great as an aperitif or after dinner with any sort of fruit or cheese.

Domaine les Hautes Terres “Persée” Crémant de Limoux Rosé

Michel Nartz 'Cui Cui' Cremant d'Alsace

Sébastien Brunet, of Vouvray fame, simply kills it with this Pet-Nat. Fresh, bright, savory, lively... red berries, delicate mineral, elegant sparkle. This wine has it all and at a very wallet-friendly price.

Lively and mineral-driven, balanced by a depth and richness from the inclusion of Pinot Noir. Domaine Gouffier works with a single cooper to match the perfect barrels to their wines. This attention to detail is indicative of both the estate’s approach, an

Domaine la Grange Tiphaine 'Rose Rosa Rosam' 2019

Lorraine used to sell most of it’s grapes to be used in Champagne until AOC rules disallowed that, so perhaps sparkling wine is natural fit here. Well, this one at least, is gorgeous. Fresh and lively Gamay fruit – delicately floral with vibrant mineral.