LABBÉ & FILS 'Blanc de Blancs"

Brothers Jérôme and Damien Labbé pull this 100% Chardonnay entirely from mid- and high-slope Premier Cru plots in their home village of Chamery, where the vines dig into a unique mix of sandy loam and deep, calcareous chalk. To give the grape serious muscle, Jérôme vinifies 25% of the base wine in seasoned oak barrels. Because the resulting wine possesses a natural, deep roundness that can completely stand on its own, they drop the final additions entirely, bottling it raw and naked as a zero-sugar Brut Nature.

Why we love it: The oak barrel fermentation gives the wine a gorgeous, pillowy texture filled with the comforting scents of fresh orange blossoms, white peach, and a light dash of spicy white pepper. Yet, because it has zero added sugar, it stays incredibly vibrant and mouthwatering, driving home a deep, chalky salinity that keeps the whole experience tasting squeaky-clean and refreshing.

The vibe: You have friends in for the weekend and are hosting Sunday brunch with bagels and lox or a simple cheese and fruit board.