Champagne Pascal Doquet Horizon Blanc de Blancs Brut NV

Doquet is a new discovery whose champagnes are mainly based around the Cotes des Blancs crus of Vertus and Le Mesnil. The opening wine is made from chardonnay grown southeast of Epernay in Vitry-le-Francois. A delightfully fresh and fluffy champagne, perfect as an aperitif and full of easy-going charm. Expect light yellow apple fruit, a touch of sourdough and a pleasingly dry but not austere palate. Distinctly sessionable, we reckon.