Definitely one of the "wow releases" of the year, this magisterial cuvée, which was created in 1964 as tribute to the house's founder, is a blend of the firm's best terroirs from the Montagne de Reims (Pinot Noir) and the Côte des Blancs vineyards (Chardonnay). Its vinification, partly in traditional oak casks, works well to underpin the intense fruit of this warm, outstanding vintage.
WINERY NOTES: "Balance and maturity. This exceptional cuvée, created in 1964 in tribute to the House’s founder, is the result of a blend of the best terroirs from the Montagne de Reims (Pinot Noir) and the Côte des Blancs vineyards (Chardonnay). Its vinification, partly in traditional oak casks, underpins the generous character of this fine, elegant and rich wine.
JAMES SUCKLING 97 POINTS - "This complex Champagne has delicious aromas of waffle cones, vanilla beans, apricots and pastry with touches of white chocolate and salted caramel. It’s electric on the palate, which is creamy yet structured and focused, with a fine bead of bubbles and a zesty, tangy backbone of acidity. Long and tense finish.
WINE ADVOCATE 96 POINTS, JEB DUNNUCK 95 POINTS
WINERY NOTES: "Balance and maturity. This exceptional cuvée, created in 1964 in tribute to the House’s founder, is the result of a blend of the best terroirs from the Montagne de Reims (Pinot Noir) and the Côte des Blancs vineyards (Chardonnay). Its vinification, partly in traditional oak casks, underpins the generous character of this fine, elegant and rich wine.
JAMES SUCKLING 97 POINTS - "This complex Champagne has delicious aromas of waffle cones, vanilla beans, apricots and pastry with touches of white chocolate and salted caramel. It’s electric on the palate, which is creamy yet structured and focused, with a fine bead of bubbles and a zesty, tangy backbone of acidity. Long and tense finish.
WINE ADVOCATE 96 POINTS, JEB DUNNUCK 95 POINTS
