NV Champagne Pascal Doquet "Arpege" 1er Cru Blanc de Blancs Extra-Brut

From: Côte des Blancs, Champagne, France Varietal: Chardonnay Tasting Notes: Because of the substantial amount of reserve wine in the blend, Doquet's 'Arpège' is complex, with a lot of depth. Aromas of spice, black tea, and pear dominate the flinty-silex soils from the Mont Aimé and lend smokiness and depth to the structure. It is beautifully full and dry on the palate. Pairing: Crispy Rice with Shrimp, Bacon, and Corn by Genevieve Ko has become one of my go-to weeknight dinners, especially since I’ve almost always got leftover rice at home. This recipe has a little bit of everything: salt, fat, and crunch from the bacon; fresh sweetness, acidity, and juiciness from the corn and tomatoes (save this recipe for mid-summer when corn and tomatoes are at their finest, and I promise you’ll thank me); crispy rice and plump, savory shrimp. A perfect accompaniment to your champagne dreams. About. With holdings of old vines in some of the greatest terroirs in the Côte des Blancs, Pascal Doqu