Vinous (95)

The 2012 Comtesse Marie de France is wonderfully exuberant from the very first taste. Kirsch, lemon confit, white flowers, chalk and mint all grace this exquisite, translucent Champagne. The purity of the flavors is just striking, as is the wine’s overall balance. It’s all precision and class here.

Emanating from the eminent Champagne producer, Paul Bara, comes the distinguished Paul Bara Grand Rose Bouzy NV. Each sip offers a harmonious blend of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the esteemed Bouzy region of Champagne, France. Hand-tended for only the highest quality, these vineyards have been carefully cultivated by the talented Bara family since 1833. Made through the meticulous 'saignée' method, the wine exudes a deep salmon hue and lavish flavours.

This non-vintage champagne takes centre stage with fragrant aromas of ripe strawberries and brioche, cascading into palate-pleasing notes of cherry and raspberry. With a precise, vibrant acidity matched with a gratifyingly long finish, the Paul Bara Grand Rose Bouzy NV eloquently showcases the quintessential charm of the Grand Cru terroirs. It's not just a champagne; it's a work of art patiently put together, standing as an emblem of unwavering quality.

The 'Paul Launois Monochrome NV NV NV' is an exquisite expression of Chardonnay, crafted to absolute perfection. Produced in the heart of Le Mesnil-sur-Oger, in the renowned Champagne region of France, this wine is an embodiment of artisanal mastery. Each bottle tells the tale of meticulous vinification; its grapes are vinified in oak barrels and matured on lees for several months, injecting complex, deep flavour profiles. The illustrious producer, Paul Launois, is famed globally for his commitment to quality and unwavering dedication to tradition - both of which shine through in this champagne.

On the palate, the 'Paul Launois Monochrome NV NV' reveals a harmonious blend of fresh fruit and floral notes, topped with subtle mineral undertones. This balance is rounded off by a rich, creamy texture and a delicate, persistent perlage, promising a sensuous drinking experience. It is truly a testament to Paul Launois' spirited winemaking legacy.

Jancis Robinson (18)

Savoury, exciting, complex nose with real lift. More evolved than most, but quite a strong impact. Dense, brisk, rewarding. Lots there – great concentration.

Jancis Robinson (18)

Savoury, exciting, complex nose with real lift. More evolved than most, but quite a strong impact. Dense, brisk, rewarding. Lots there – great concentration.

James Suckling (95)

Set within one of the most famous bottles with its distinctive floral decorations, this is looking very bright and tidy in 2004 with a wealth of deep-set complexity on the nose: citrus peel and pith, honey and grilled nuts. The palate's authoritative, very powerful and savory, displaying a long list of commanding flavors such as cashew nuts, almonds, brioche and stone fruits to close. A majestic Champagne.

Wine Spectator (93)

A vibrant version, with lovely harmony to the spice and smoke accents and flavors of poached pear, pastry, apricot and honey. The refined, creamy mousse carries the flavor range on the lasting finish.

Wine Spectator (93)

A vibrant version, with lovely harmony to the spice and smoke accents and flavors of poached pear, pastry, apricot and honey. The refined, creamy mousse carries the flavor range on the lasting finish.

Wine Spectator (93)

A vibrant version, with lovely harmony to the spice and smoke accents and flavors of poached pear, pastry, apricot and honey. The refined, creamy mousse carries the flavor range on the lasting finish.

Wine Spectator (94)

This finely knit and lithe Champagne is smoky up front, opening into a lovely range of pastry, glazed apricot, lemon curd and candied ginger notes in the glass. Vibrant acidity drives the satinlike finish.

Wine Spectator (94)

This finely knit and lithe Champagne is smoky up front, opening into a lovely range of pastry, glazed apricot, lemon curd and candied ginger notes in the glass. Vibrant acidity drives the satinlike finish.

Wine Advocate (93)

Unfurling in the glass with notes of crisp orchard fruit, white flowers, freshly baked bread, honeycomb and warm biscuits, Perrier-Jouët's 2012 Brut Belle Epoque is medium to full-bodied, deep and seamless, with a rich, elegantly layered core of fruit, bright acids and an ultra-refined mousse, concluding with a long, precise finish. Fleshy and charming, this numbers among the finest recent renditions of this famous prestige cuvée.