The first impression is as invigorating as a sea breeze. I love the interplay of mirabelle, grapefruit and lychee fruit with minty freshness and waxiness from lees contact. And all this is welded to a beautifully proportioned palate with plenty of structure, the acidity bright and the mousse animating. Very salty finish that pulls you back for more.

An elegant Champagne, with bright acidity buoying a well-integrated range of ripe pear and white cherry, almond skin, fleur de sel and apple blossom notes. Fine and seamless, with a lingering, spiced finish. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier.

The latest iteration of Roederer's nonvintage collection, this is tense with a fine aging character. It has richness and great fruit, a fine line of structure at the end.

Medium, brilliant straw yellow. Complex, nuanced nose of red peach, Williams pear and notes of lemon zest, lardo and some yeast savouriness. Powerful on the palate, lively, fine acidity of salted lemon and a subtle, chalky texture which with a fine mousse has a refreshingly elegant effect. Delicate roasted aromas on the finish ensure good length.