Victoire Coteaux Champenois Blanc (75cl)

A still white wine from the Coteaux Champenois appellation, made in Champagne. Almost everything from the region goes into sparkling wine, so still bottles like this one turn up rarely. Chill it and pour it as you would any cool-climate white. It is good with oysters, steamed fish or a cheese course, and makes an interesting bottle to bring to a dinner. Still whites from Champagne usually come across lean and high in acidity, with citrus, green apple and a chalky mineral streak.