Champagne Pierre Mignon Brut Grande Reserve 1er Cru NV

This has a lovely floral scent with a hint of citrus - think orange blossom. They're a smaller producer, and really focus on the Pinot Meunier grape for freshness and fruitiness. A touch of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir round things out. It's had a good few years to mature, so expect a lively pop on the tongue, full of fruit, and a nice creamy finish. Proof that you don't need a fancy label for great Champagne.

This crisp, lively champagne is a winner on its own, but also plays nicely with nibbles like sushi, shellfish, or even some garlicky mushrooms.

Champagne Pierre Mignon is a real find in the Marne Valley. This family operation makes seriously stylish fizz that's all about fresh, lively flavours. They're hands-on with everything - look out for the hand-picked grapes from their vineyards. They run their own cellars too, so they keep a close eye on quality. Pinot Meunier is their star grape, backed up by Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and they really let those flavours shine. Jean-Charles Mignon, the winemaking maestro, crafts Champagnes with real personality and always seems to have an elegant new blend up his sleeve.