Year after year, the Côte des Blancs stands out as an exceptional source of Blanc de Blancs for both quality and consistency, though a random selection would hardly tell the...
Read MoreAn address for vintage Champagnes made in a deftly reductive style, Deutz’s most interesting cuvées—and the methods behind them—anchor this report....
Read MoreRacy and incisive, occasionally bordering on the austere, this report explores latest releases from Bruno Paillard, the small house directed by Alice Paillard....
Read MoreThis report evaluates Laurent-Perrier’s newest releases, alongside five Grand Siècle iterations, including the imminent N°27 and Les Réserves N°20....
Read MoreMarked by their characteristic toasty patina, the latest releases from Charles Heidsieck—including Champagne Charlie—are examined in this report....
Read MoreKnown for their barrel-fermented wines, Henri Giraud’s latest releases—and the methodology behind them—are explored in this article....
Read MoreThis article offers an overview of the current state of the art at Champagne Krug, along with deep examination of its methods....
Read MoreLocated in the quiet village of Romery—mistaken for Chamery by some French wine writers—Aurélien Lurquin has emerged as one of the most discussed producers in Champagne today....
Read MoreThis small report focuses on Cédric Bouchard's recent releases of his exemplary 2019 sparkling wines and the brilliant debut of a red still wine....
Read MoreWhile the release of Dom Pérignon's 2010 vintage was disrupted by COVID-19, I was able to taste the wine at my office in the United States....
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