Columns — L’Étonnant Monsieur Victor

An experienced sommelier cuts through the Grower Champagne hype to define the true essence of complexity in the region. Featuring a deep analysis of the factors that matter—barrel fermentation, long lees aging, and reserve wine—and a review of the legendary cuvée L’Étonnant Monsieur Victor MK.11 from Rodolphe Péters of Le Mesnil sur Oger.