Tesco, Finest Grand Cru Brut, Champagne, France, 2017

A fairly lean vintage Champagne that's restrained in its aromas of lemon zest, yellow apple and yellow plum. There's a toasty, smoky lift to the palate, with some notes of candied orange peel coming through with the soft, approachable mousse. Sweet notes of cinnamon and buttered toast linger on the finish. Made by Union Champagne, based in Avize, which is the largest owner of premier and grand cru grapes in Champagne, with around 1,200ha of vines.