Champagne authority Peter Liem says, “[Jean-Paul Hébrart’s] Champagnes are intellectually engaging enough to satisfy you; on the other hand, if you’re just looking to drink, they’re simply delicious.” We couldn’t agree more, and that is why any Marc Hébrart offering is a sure-fire bet for Christmas gifting and entertaining. “Mes Favorites” is crafted from Jean-Paul’s favorite old-vine parcels in Mareuil-sur-Ay and is intended as tribute to his crus’ unique terroir. This brilliant example of the blender’s art is a combination of 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay, massale selction. It is based 65% on the 2022 vintage and blended with a mix of reserve stocks going back to 2019. It was disgorged in September 2025 with a dosage of 5 grams per liter.
ANTONIO GALLONI 93 POINTS - "The NV Mes Favorites Vieilles Vignes Premier Cru is a blend of several old-vine plots in Mareuil. Rich and substantial, the Favorites impresses with its resonance and overall body. There's tons of gravitas here. Pear, green apple, mint, slate, chalk, dried herbs, jasmine and lime race across the palate before brisk acids and strong saline inflections take over through the mid-palate and finish. Striking."
JEB DUNNUCK 93 POINTS - "...vine selections over 50 years old from Hebrart’s favorite sites. A bright yellow color, it boasts delicate toasty, reductive notes initially (but not from oak), followed by notes of Mirabel, cherry blossoms, orange citrus, and shortbread. It’s approachable and fully dry on the palate, with a clean and peachy finish. It is a highly appealing wine with a refined and spritely mousse that frames the wine nicely."
ANTONIO GALLONI 93 POINTS - "The NV Mes Favorites Vieilles Vignes Premier Cru is a blend of several old-vine plots in Mareuil. Rich and substantial, the Favorites impresses with its resonance and overall body. There's tons of gravitas here. Pear, green apple, mint, slate, chalk, dried herbs, jasmine and lime race across the palate before brisk acids and strong saline inflections take over through the mid-palate and finish. Striking."
JEB DUNNUCK 93 POINTS - "...vine selections over 50 years old from Hebrart’s favorite sites. A bright yellow color, it boasts delicate toasty, reductive notes initially (but not from oak), followed by notes of Mirabel, cherry blossoms, orange citrus, and shortbread. It’s approachable and fully dry on the palate, with a clean and peachy finish. It is a highly appealing wine with a refined and spritely mousse that frames the wine nicely."