There is so much story to tell here that I’m not sure I can fit it all in. First the name, Cuvee Yquelon – Yquelon is the town where winemaker Bruno’s grandfather used to make cider and calvados in France. The original plan was to get a ton of apples and make a small batch of traditional method cider (yes, as in Champagne method) with a 3 month minimum on lees, in honour of said grandfather. Fact is they got more than triple the amount of apples and made 4000 bottles – but the results are simply delicious and something you just have to try. A refreshing 9.5% alcohol with great subtle apple flavour and those sexy, delicate Champagne-style bubbles. Price: $19.95 – Rating: **** ½