Labbe et Fils Champagne 1er Cru Brut Tradition NV CS20230731 The 1996 vintage is now

The 1996 vintage is now thirty years old and squarely in mature territory

soft fruit notes

Try it in place of any cocktail that calls for Campari for a fresh take

The top wines are vinified directly in the barrel

What you might want to drink while you have fresh tomato sauce simmering on the stove and Miles Davis on vinyl

Labbe et Fils Champagne 1er Cru Brut Tradition NV CS20230731 The 1996 vintage is nowLabbe et Fils is a small grower estate that champions sustainable farming and low intervention winemaking in Champagne. Their *1er Cru Brut Tradition* is a classic blend of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Meunier, sourced from Premier Cru vineyards in the Valle de la Marne. Fermented in stainless steel and aged on the lees before release, this cuve balances freshness with depth. The wine opens with aromas of ripe orchard fruit, citrus blossom, and toasted