Hostomme, Blanc de Blancs Brut Grand Cru NV

Seller: Apples282 5

Fortnum & Mason : Retail £49

The Hostomme family has been making Champagne in Chouilly since at least the 19th century and has been a Fortnum’s partner for over 30 years. This elegant Blanc de Blancs is made exclusively for F&M, entirely from Chardonnay (the only variety allowed in Blanc de Blancs) from their own vineyards, and the wine is aged for three years ‘sur latte’ – that is, lying horizontal on wooden racks. The result is lightly floral with thirst-quenching acidity: an ideal Champagne for an aperitif.