Gobillard Champagne, Brut Grande Reserve Premier CruA, NV 37.5cl Merlot It smells and tastes like

It smells and tastes like strawberries

with a cheerful vitality due to its persistent stream of sprightly bubbles

There is perfectly-balanced acidity

Notes of ripe peach marmalade

Gobillard Champagne, Brut Grande Reserve Premier CruA, NV 37.5cl Merlot It smells and tastes likeScrumptious nose of baked Bramley apples, spiced with a hint of star anise. Nuances of cream and baking bread. Greengage fruit and honey on the palate; a touch of fresh herbs, and more than a suggestion of minerality. Excellent balance between brisk acidity and creamy texture. This is a really terrific Champagne from a small producer that is more than a match for more expensive, famous, brands.