Pierre Gerbais, Champagne Extra Brut Grains de Celles, NV outofstock-15116337209 plum—combined with a floral lift

plum—combined with a floral lift of violet and subtle hints of tobacco and cedar

Madrecuixe barely looks like an agave: instead of the fat pineapple most people picture

It’s the perfect way to start or end a meal

complemented by floral notes of violets and rose petals

Pierre Gerbais, Champagne Extra Brut Grains de Celles, NV outofstock-15116337209 plum—combined with a floral liftPierre Gerbais is a fourth generation grower based in Celles sur Ource, in the Cte des Bar, Champagnes southernmost region. Long under the radar, this area is now known for ripe, expressive Pinot Noir and forward thinking producers like Gerbais who emphasize terroir and sustainability. Grains de Celles is the domaines flagship cuve, a blend of roughly 50% Pinot Noir, 25% Chardonnay, and 25% Pinot Blancthe latter being a rarity in Champagne and a nod