Champagne in Focus

Set of the Month: Champagne in Focus

This month’s Take A Sip selection is dedicated to Champagne in all its expressions, from precision and minerality to depth and vintage character. Three small-producer Champagnes, sourced from top-rated Premier and Grand Cru villages, come together in a curated tasting journey that shows why Champagne is far more than a celebration wine.

Each bottle represents a different stylistic approach, grape composition, and philosophy, offering a complete and fascinating look at the region.

What’s inside the box

Roger Manceaux Millésime 2018, 1er Cru

A vintage Champagne with structure and depth. Ripe orchard fruit, subtle brioche notes, and a long, mineral finish make this a Champagne that shines at the table as much as in the glass.

Marc Hébrart Blanc de Blancs, 1er Cru

Pure Chardonnay elegance. Fresh, linear, and mineral-driven, with citrus, green apple, and a refined, chalky finish that highlights the finesse of Premier Cru vineyards.

Soutiran Blanc de Blancs, Grand Cru (Ambonnay)

A rare expression of Chardonnay from Ambonnay. Fresh yet structured, combining citrus, white peach, and chalky minerality with a slightly broader, more generous texture that reflects its Grand Cru origin.

Why this set works

This set is designed as a tasting flight that allows you to explore Champagne from different angles:
• Vintage versus non-vintage expression
• Chardonnay purity across different villages
• The influence of terroir and winemaking on texture and balance

It’s an educational experience, but also a deeply enjoyable one.

Perfect for

• Champagne lovers who want to go deeper
• Wine drinkers curious to understand styles and terroir
• Hosting a tasting dinner or aperitif evening
• Gifting something refined and thoughtful

And yes, Champagne really does go with everything. From oysters and sushi to roast chicken, fried foods, cheeses, and even simple snacks, these wines are endlessly food-friendly.

The Take A Sip approach

As always, every wine in this set was personally selected and tasted. No big brands, no marketing-driven choices, just honest Champagnes that overdeliver in quality and character.