: Wines from this year are generally more "heterogeneous" and soft rather than powerful, making them better for immediate drinking rather than long-term cellaring. Value Alternatives (Non-Vintage)
Because 2017 was not a universally declared vintage for all houses, many of the year's best grapes were blended into high-quality bottles, which often offer better value for money. 2017 Wine Vintage Report, Champagne best buy champagne 2017
: A mineral-focused Extra Brut from Grand Cru parcels that showcases the "racy profile" typical of the year's successful Chardonnay crops. : Wines from this year are generally more