Nicolas Feuillatte Brut 187

Nicolas Feuillatte Brut 187 is a dry sparkling wine. The "Brut" on the label indicates a style with very little residual sugar. The "187" most likely refers to the 187 mL single-serve bottle, often called a split, which holds about one generous flute. The listing gives the origin as Massachusetts, United States. It doesn't specify the grape blend, vintage or production method, so the notes below describe what Brut sparkling wines usually offer, not a measured profile of this bottle. Expect crisp green apple, pear and citrus, perhaps a light bready or biscuit note, fine persistent bubbles, a light to medium body, bright acidity, and a clean, dry finish. Sparkling wines like this rarely show oak or noticeable tannin. That acidity and dryness make it a good match for salty, fried and rich foods. Try it with oysters, shrimp, fried chicken, potato chips, soft cheeses such as brie or fresh goat cheese, or buttery popcorn. The bubbles cut through fat and reset the palate between bites. Because the format is a single serving, it also suits a quick toast or a pairing with a light appetizer where a full bottle would be too much. Serve it well chilled, around 40 to 45°F, which keeps the bubbles lively and the acidity fresh. A couple of hours in the refrigerator or about 20 minutes in an ice bath will do it. Don't decant it, because that would let the carbonation fade. Pour it into a tulip-shaped flute or a small white wine glass. The narrow opening preserves the bubbles, and a slightly wider bowl lets the aroma open up. This is a drink-now bottle. Brut sparkling wines in small formats are made for near-term enjoyment, and extended cellaring is unlikely to improve it. Keep it cool and upright until you're ready to open it.