Drawing from a perpetual reserve spanning the 2003-2018 vintages, the new NV Brut Blanc de Noirs L'Or d'Eugène was disgorged in November 2020 with 0.5 grams per liter dosage. Deep and complex, it unwinds to reveal aromas of pear, honeycomb, fresh pastry, paraffin wax and confit citrus, followed by a medium to full-bodied, broad and fleshy palate that's seamless and concentrated, girdled by lively acids and complemented by a saline finish.

Made from 80% Meunier and the rest Pinot Noir, the NV Champagne Blanc De Noirs Eugene is a perpetual reserve blend spanning from 2002 to 2021. It pours a rich golden straw color and offers a commanding presence in its notes of graham cracker spice, orange peel, ginger, and wild cherry. Pillowy and rounded, the palate is supple and juicy with red fruit and a saline lift off the finish. This beautiful wine is singing now, and it should hold up nicely over the coming 8-10 years.

Hints of dried thyme and saffron accent the sleek profile of lemon curd and raspberry sorbet flavors and subtle smoke notes in this firm, linear Champagne. The finely detailed mousse assists the overall balance, but this would benefit from a food pairing, perhaps some smoked salmon and creme fraiche. Disgorged December 2017. Drink now. 333 cases imported.