Champagne Philipponnat Blanc de Noirs Extra Brut 2018

94+ Points, Jeb Dunnuck 
Produced entirely from Pinot Noir from Premier and Grand Cru villages, the 2018 Champagne Blanc De Noirs Extra Brut displays a light straw/copper tinge and has so much personality, with loads of kirsch, red plum, fresh roses, and graham crackers. Full-bodied, with a spine of fresh acidity and orange citrus as well as a savory flourish, you get the ripeness of the house without it feeling overdone. This is one of the calling cards for Philipponnat that feels so well-integrated. It exhibits the powerful nature of Pinot Noir but has fantastic structure, and although it’s drinking great now, it will be incredible to hold onto over the coming 20 years.

94 Points, James Suckling 
Jasmine, blanched almonds, apricot pits and grapefruit on the nose of this creamy and elegant Champagne. It’s silky and creamy, very lightly chalky and nutty, with a medium body and soft bubbles. Hints of vanilla bean at the end. Very drinkable.

94 Points, Wine Enthusiast
From Premier and Grand Cru vineyards, this Champagne has a rich character with Pinot Noir from the Montagne de Reims. With its aroma hinting at red fruits and its rich texture, this ripe wine could do with more aging.

94 Points, Wine Spectator
A well-tailored Champagne, displaying a refined, satinlike mousse and deftly honed acidity. Offers a lovely range of black currant, salted Marcona almond, tangerine peel and candied ginger flavors underscored by chalky minerality that lingers on the finish.