"This is a more elegant and perhaps more feminine wine compared to the Special Cuvee and I was struck by just how youthful this is even at 8 years of age. Indeed this is almost a shame to open it now as the nose and flavors very much need more bottle age to really (more...)

"Light gold. Rich, smoky aromas of buttery pear, peach and smoked meat, complemented by exotic spice accents and a hint of white flowers; seems livelier on the nose than the deep, rich 1996 version. Weighty citrus and orchard fruit flavors are framed by juicy acids (more...)

"If 1988 in Champagne is all about refinement, this is the evidence. Elegant, understated even, but well put together, with a silky texture and firm structure underlying the coffee, toast, hazelnut and fresh citrus notes. Wonderful harmony and expression. Drink now (more...)

"The 2000 Brut Dom Perignon is a gorgeous, seductive wine that floats on the palate with remarkable grace. Toasty aromas meld into freshly cut flowers, apricots and pears, with sweet notes of mint and licorice that linger on the long finish. This perfumed, inviti (more...)

"Seductive graphite, candied citrus and mineral aromas and flavors, with hints of hazelnut and coffee, mark this complex, soft Champagne. Supple, caressing the palate and ending with a ginger and hazelnut aftertaste. Drink now through 2012."

"Racy, elegant and harmonious from start to finish. Candied citrus, honey and hazelnut flavors play out on a silky texture, and all is backed by a firm but unobtrusive structure. Lovely expression of the vintage. Drink now through 2010. 4,200 cases made. - BS"

"Racy, elegant and harmonious from start to finish. Candied citrus, honey and hazelnut flavors play out on a silky texture, and all is backed by a firm but unobtrusive structure. Lovely expression of the vintage. Drink now through 2010. 4,200 cases made. - BS"

"A rich, full-bodied style of wine, which has some caramel flavors as well as white peach flavors. Jacquart is a great value brand from one of the big cooperatives, and this style is immediately attractive and easy."

"Rich, lush aromas of dried fruit and citrus marmalade, this is Champagne at its most opulent. Honeyed and round on the palate, with fine acidity keeping it focused. Gorgeous now, yet will age well.--Krug vertical. Drink now through 2015."

"Gorgeous aromas of lemon, peach, toast, leather and spices. The attack is rich and forceful, backed by a racy structure that keeps this pure and drives the finish. Perhaps not as expansive on the aftertaste to match the attack, but long nonetheless, with spice and (more...)

"Bright yellow with a strong bead. Toasty citrus and orchard fruit aromas are complemented by buttered toast, mineral and yeasty qualities. Fleshy pear and peach pit flavors are gently firmed by juicy acidity and pick up a note of floral honey with air. Brighter ci (more...)

"Dating back to the 16th century, the family's history reached a turning point in 1808, when Honore Legras developed one of the best vineyards in the Cote des Blancs. This Champagne vine-growing area takes its name from Chardonnay, one of the finest white grape var (more...)

"Incredibly youthful and vibrant, with excellent freshness and verve. The crispness brings on notes of lemons, limes, orange zest, apple, pear and subtle toasty notes keep it all in check. Drink this now for it's liveliness or let it age to become more round, rich (more...)

"Bracing, minerally nose hints at Cointreau, tequila, lime and orange. Extremely dry and penetrating, with an airy lightness of touch. Pristine flavors of citrus skin and powdered stone. This has superb cut and brisk acids without being at all angular. Long and gri (more...)

"Pale color. Fine mousse. Aromas of lime, apple, orange, clove, licorice, minerals and earth. Brisk, light, youthful and quite dry on the palate, with spice and orange peel flavors brightened by vibrant acidity. Finishes clean and long. Classy chardonnay, still qui (more...)

"Bracing, minerally nose hints at Cointreau, tequila, lime and orange. Extremely dry and penetrating, with an airy lightness of touch. Pristine flavors of citrus skin and powdered stone. This has superb cut and brisk acids without being at all angular. Long and gri (more...)

"Still youthful for it's vibrant acidity, but remains evolved in flavor and character. Only a tiny hint of oxidation is present, with notes of green apple, pear, fig, lemon verbena and a note of creamy vanilla. This is very impressive now."

"This top wine from Pannier is beautifully crafted and balanced, a credit to the cooperative. It has intense flavors of grapefruit, livened with lemon zest and fresh, crisp acidity. But there is also a weight to it, and a layer of acidity that suggests good aging p (more...)

"A well defined, racy style, featuring pure citrus, white peach and spice flavors, all augmented by a mineral essence. It's on the dry side and vinous,with a refined texture, intensity and a lingering spice and mineral aftertaste. Best from 2012 through 2035."

"Not just a pretty package, but a pretty glass of wine too. Vintage in and vintage out, this wine has huge following, and now you can get it in half bottles."