Ruinart Blanc de Blancs NV, Champagne France

First established Champagne House. Established in 1729 by Nicolas Ruinart, whose uncle was monk Dom Thierry Ruinart. Dom Ruinart left his home in Champagne to study at a monastery in Saint-Germain-des-Pres in Paris. There, he learned about a new “wine with bubbles” that was popular among the aristocracy. Created the first rose Champagne in 1764; shipped it all over Europe The Ruinart de Brimont family has run the champagne house for over two centuries 100% Chardonnay, blend of 25-30 crus with 20-30% reserve wine.  White flowers, peach, pear, lemon, ginger, pink peppercorns