(2025) The small Frédéric Mochel estate in northern Alsace dates back through 14 generations to 1669. This is 80% Chardonnay and 20% Pinot Noir, aged on its lees for around 20 months. The first impression is of a lemony, bright, vivacious wine, a touch of nettle perhaps. A fresh, crisp mousse as the palate reveals more of that crunchy apple and citrus directness, just a little creaminess from the lees, in a dry and flavourful wine that is also certified organic.