Deep color, delicate bubbles, and powerful yet ethereal fruitiness, revealing aromas of red cherries and currants mingled with cardamom and eucalyptus. The palate charms with its delicate effervescence, power, and a lingering, beautifully supple finish.

Julien’s creation, named for his mother and labeled Lancelot-Perceval in further tribute to her and to the King Arthur fable (her maiden name being Perceval). The aim with this wine is gastronomical; it’s meant for the table. Chardonnays from their clay, chalk and limestone terroirs buttress the powerful aromatics of the old-vine Meunier from the Malfois lieu-dit in the Côteaux Sud d’Epernay village of Monthelon. Dosage is minimal (see back label for specifics) and production averages 2,000 bottles.