($38):  Cuvée 20 was originally inaugurated to celebrate 20 years of sparkling wine production by J, founded in 1986.   A blend of almost equal parts Chardonnay and Pinot Noir (with a drop of Pinot Meunier), it is now one of their beloved bottlings.  Focused and pure, lovely green apple-like flavors refresh the palate.   Its ideal balance means that this bubbly is equally at home as a celebratory stand-alone drink or to accompany something like grilled swordfish.  
93 Michael ApsteinJan 15, 2019