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2018 Baron-Fuenté "Rebelle" Brut Nature Champagne ($49.99)

95 points Wine Enthusiast: "Generous aromas of freshly cut pear, sappy apple, honeysuckle, acacia honey, marzipan and a light trace of coffee and caramel form a complex and inviting nose. The palate follows with a gentle mousse and rounded texture, centering on mineral-driven notes, apple skin and pulverized stone that persist through a long finish. A proper decant brings further definition to its mineral core. (AC)" (04/2026)

K&L Notes: This half-Chardonnay and half-Meunier Champagne comes from riper plots on the Baron family estate, and is made with zero dosage—a brut nature. The warmer 2018 harvest was perfect for this style of Champagne, and while dry, it is not austere or hard-edged.

Kerry Kennell | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: July 20, 2026

All estate-grown, the 2018 Baron-Fuenté "Rebelle" Brut Nature Champagne is composed of 50% Chardonnay and 50% Meunier. This generous zero-dosage Champagne is a rebel in the best sense of the word. It likes dancing and it looks divine as it dazzles the palate with an unexpected note of ripe, juicy Rainier cherry. Cherry. Yes, cherry. I went back, retasted, and confirmed. Oh, it's so there. This bold fruit is framed by toasted caramel, almond, a hint of lemon peel and wisp of flinty smoke. You could rock this beauty on its own as an aperitif, but I'm eager to pair it with a sous vide fillet mignon, seared in butter and finished with Maldon sea salt. Hot tramp, I love you so.

Jonathan Parnell | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: July 17, 2026

This old-vine vineyard on a warm site gives incredible richness to this zero-dosage Champagne. Rich, elegant nose. Coats the palate with pie crust and finishes beautifully. Enjoy!

Matthew Landau Hassan | K&L Staff Member | Review Date: July 15, 2026

Zero dosage done right:clean, precise, and nothing to hide behind. An equal Chardonnay-Meunier split gives it both cut and flesh: green apple, white flowers, and citrus zest over a chalky, saline core. The palate is bone-dry and taut, all bright fruit and mineral tension through a crisp finish. A transparent, characterful bottle for drinkers who want purity over polish.