2015 Vénus Grand Cru Blanc de Blancs Brut Nature, Agrapart & Fils
Touchingly, this cuvée is named after the horse that once ploughed its soils, Vénus. Unlike Minéral, Terroirs and Avizoise, this is a single site wine (La Fosse Aux Pourceaux in Avize). With zero dosage, this is one of the most profoudly sublime of the Agrapart wines. Pascal Agrapart is a bona fide member of the grower champagne hall of fame. Along with Anselme Selosse, he is the inspiration for many younger growers starting out. He has earned countless plaudits for his stunning Blanc de Blancs Champagnes from the Côte des Blancs. He farms 12 hectares of vines, over half of which are within the grand cru village of Avize. His wines have a vinous character, and a wonderful ability to age. Prices look set to rise for the Agrapart wines, and demand is far outstripping supply, so get them while you can.