Thibaut Janisson Extra Brut NV

A Virginia sparkling wine from Thibaut Janisson, a Champagne-born winemaker who settled in the Monticello area to make bubbles the traditional way, with the second fermentation in the bottle. Extra Brut means very little dosage, so it drinks dry, crisp and lean with fine, persistent bubbles. A good pick for anyone who likes Champagne-style wine and is curious about what the East Coast is doing.