Domaine Evremond Classic Cuvée NV, Edition I

"From a joint venture between Paul-Emmanuel Taittinger and Patrick McGrath MW (hence the alternating French and English in the identification of the wine on the label). This breaks the rule for me which is that English sparkling of any given quality is invariably more expensive than in French counterparts if the latter is well-sourced. This is excellent and, for the quality, is very reasonably priced (which given that it is not cheap says a lot for the quality). Ginger ale and a little fresh ginger too. Gooseberries, elderberries and elderflower cordial – actually, all very English. Fresh, crisp, Bramley green apple skin too. The dosage (not stated on the bottle, disappointingly) is spot on. And there’s a lovely calcaire creaminess but also chiselled precision. Close your eyes and you’re in hallowed (dare I say, French) terroir. Impressive. 93. Available widely in the UK, for example from Grand Vin Wine Merchants at £235 in bond for a case of 6 bottles."

Colin Hay, The Drinks Business, December 2025