PAUL DÉTHUNE

2 rue du Moulin
51150 Ambonnay

As one of the more consistent growers, Paul Déthune always makes good vintage and rosé, but is best known for his prestige cuvée, the luxuriously rich, big, deliciously creamy Princesse des Thunes, which is made from an assemblage of mature vintages. Try his fascinating, educational, and quality-driven Trilogy Ambonnay Grand Cru: three bottles labeled Cuvée 1, 2, and 3 each one being made from the same Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, but in different proportions. Decide which one you prefer (they are all excellent), then discover why. Also, from 2005, look out for Cuvée à l’Ancienne.

Grand Cru Rosé (NV) • Millésimé (V) • Trilogy (V) • Princesse des Thunes (PC)