Veuve Monsigny Rose

Not easy to find fresh, crisp, fruity rose champagne at this price. I mean, it’s not cheap but for champagne it’s about as cheap as a good rose gets. Compared with some of the more expensive stuff it’s not nearly as delicate but you still get the thrill of bubbles and berries and toast. Pretty to look at and lovely to drink. And at this price, there’s change left from a twenty for a card and a big bar of Fruit & Nut (although I’d drink this with nibbles and save the chocolate for later, along with a glass of sweet Muscat).