Philippe Foreau, Vouvray Sec Loire Valley, France 2014
Founded in 1890 and still managed by the same family, Vilmart is a rare heritage brand with an impeccable lineup of wines characterized by spectacular energy, mind-bending poise, and powerful vinosity. They are, quite simply, High-IQ, Burgundy-esque Champagnes with a singular voice. The 131-year-old Vilmart estate is based in Rilly-la-Montagne, a Premier Cru-classified village in the Montagne de Reims subzone of Champagne.
