Sparkling

Our Professional Review

Oscar Garcia Moncada 67Wine.com | The current release of 67 Wine Somm Series Cava NV Brut is a blend of the three traditional grape varietals used to make Cava in the Penedes region of Catalonia :  Xarel.lo, Macabeo, Parellada.

Methode Traditionnelle (traditional method) and aged for 1 yr in the cellar after disgorgement.

Tasting Notes: Fresh and enticing with aromas of white peaches, brioche and white cranberries. Medium bodied with fine bubbles. The finish is refreshingly dry and clean.

Food Pairings: Perfect as an Aperitif or pair with an array of snacks, or your favorite dishes.

Our Professional Review

Somm Series Cava Brut Rose is made with 100% Garnacha. Traditional Method and aged a year in the cellar after disgorgement. Pale transparent pink hues. On the nose there's a bouquet of wild raspberries, cranberries and tangerine peel. Crisp and lively on the palate with a red-fruited spiced tinge. Refreshingly dry finish.

Food Pairings: Go against the grain and pair with a lovely Fruit tart.

- Oscar Garcia Moncada 

The Gran Reserva cavas are bottle-aged for at least 30 months, while the some “collection” cavas has an optimal ageing period of over 10 years. All the grapes are organically farmed, using the local varieties Mataró and Pansa Blanca, and all the bottles are retailed immediately after being disgorged. A passion for cava that has been rewarded with many international prizes.

Wine Tasting Notes:

Sight - Fine bubble and pale yellow with green hues.
Nose - White fruit aromas with delicate citrus and green almond notes.
Palate - On the palate, light and fresh : real expression of the white fruit aromas. Given its ageing over the lies, we can perceive notes of pastry, bubbles well integrated and a delicate aftertaste.

Winemaker Description

For its 170th anniversary, Maison Besserat de Bellefon gave its cellar master, Cédric Thibault, the freedom to imagine an exceptional cuvée expressing the best of his style. Perfect for special occasions, this extraordinary champagne will pair perfectly with lobster or haddock.

Expert Review

Wine Enthusiast 93 Points | This limited-edition wine is a blend of grand cru Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Aged for 10 years in bottle, it is a steely, structured wine that brings sophistication to the white fruits and lively acidity. Drink now.  

Winemaker Description

Its pale and bright pink colour is adorned with warm glints of gold and its delicate slowly rising bubbles give it a persistent mousse. This cuvée unveils a subtle aroma leading to an elegant, delicate bouquet of fine notes of red fruits and zest of citrus fruits. Its special method of vinification gives this cuvée a light, elegant flavour, followed by a fresh finish with a taste of raspberry.This rosé champagne is an ideal partner as an aperitif and can also accompany a dish of wild salmon or sushi. For dessert, it will add a sublime touch to red fruit flavours. 

Expert Reviews

Wine Enthusiast 94 Points | Such an elegant, ethereal wine, this orange-pink wine is dry and crisp with fruity raspberry flavor at the fore. This particular bottling could improve for a year, but makes a great food Champagne now.

James Suckling 94 Points | An subtle nose with plenty of fine autolysis aromas of fresh bread and sweetly fragrant yeasty notes, plus some gentle spice and chalky notes. The palate unleashes beautiful wild strawberry fruit flavors, super fresh, fleshy and pure. Great balance and depth. Drink now. 

Producer Description 

Estate owned vineyards located about 45 miles west of Barcelona in the River Anoia valley. The family owns a total of 150 hectares planted mostly to traditional varieties. This area is particularly suitable for the production of base cava wines of great quality, because the vines have naturally low yields and the grapes are high in acidity. The cava is based on the indigenous grapes Xarel-lo, Macabeo and Parellada.

Tasting Notes:  Pale yellow colour. Constant and small bubble. Foam of great persistence. Very fruity aromas, especially of white fruit (acid apple and pear) on shades of peel of citrics and white flowers. In the background, some spicy notes owed to ageing (cinnamon) and cookies. It is a well-structured "cava" in the mouth. Well picked up over its acidity that tenses it overall from beginning to end. The bubble lends a creamy feeling, and it gives volume and softness to the structure that returns acidity and widens the aromas of white fruits and spices that are repeated in the mouth. Its balanced end harmonizes its acidity, and leaves a memory of freshness and volume owing to its light sugar content. 

Expert Review

Wine Advocate 90 points | My favorite of the two sparkling Cavas is the non-vintage Brut Reserva Cava. Made from a classic blend (for this area) of Xarel-lo, Macabeo and Parellada planted in limestone and clay soils, the wine spends 24 months on its lees before disgorgement. It is an excellent value for consumers looking for alternatives to French Champagne. Lemon/lime, crushed rock and white currant notes are present in this crisp, elegant, refreshing, zesty, dry sparkler. Hints of wheat thins and brioche add complexity. Enjoy this medium-bodied offering over the next 1-2 years. 

Winemaker Description

Francesc Ricart Brut is a cava made following its Traditional Method in the most representative area of the DO Cava, which is the region of Penedes and Sant Sadurní d´Anoia.

Expressing aromas of toast, honeycomb, sourdough and nougat. Elegant sparkling wine with an intense flavour of the local varieties and fine texture. Citrus peel and hint of forest floor flavours are supported by the toasted bread. 

A careful selection of the best Xarel-lo, Macabeo and Perellada local varieties and a meticulous winemaking process -the second fermentation and the subsequent ageing take place in the bottle- are the basis of this cava. This cava respects the essence of a traditional brut and it is a fresh and easy-drinking wine.

Winemaker Description

Its traditional production makes Vocation Champagne a Blanc de Noirs to enjoy on any occasion and turn it into a memorable moment.

The Champagne region is synonymous with excellence, hard work and continuous work to continue offering recognized world-class wines and bubbles. Our vocation and respect for nature, as well as our lives, manage to create the best fruit which is the basis and structure for our final offering.

Vocation is the living representation of what has been our home for centuries and radiates our values ​​as a family by making and respecting the traditional way of making champagne, the precious liquid.

An elegant sparkling Prosecco Rosé with notes of fresh strawberries, raspberries and blossom. Brightly textured and crisp on the palate with a refreshing citrus finish.

Blend: 85% Glera, 15% Pinot Noir

Food Pairings: Lightly spiced Asian dishes — satays, Balinese curries, or Pad Thai.

About the Wine

Produced in the heart of Veneto on the picturesque hills of Gambellara, the 4,000-hectare Zonin estate is a family-owned winery spanning seven generations and a pioneer of premium D.O.C. wines.

About Kylie

A modern-day icon, Kylie Minogue has sold over 80 million records, achieved 34 top tens, 7 number ones, 1 Grammy, 3 BRITs, and 17 ARIA awards. In 2008 she was awarded an OBE for services to music, and France’s highest cultural honor — Chevalier dans l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres. After two years of development, Kylie launched her bespoke wine range in 2020 to immediate acclaim.

Producer Description 

The delicate La Marca Prosecco has a pale, golden straw color and sparkles with lively effervescence. Opening with aromas of fresh-picked citrus and honeysuckle blossoms, the crisp, clean palate brings fruity flavors of green apple, juicy peach and ripe lemon, framed by hints of minerality. 

The finish is light and refreshing with a tantalizing hint of sweetness.
Always serve La Marca Prosecco chilled between 46-50°F. 

A versatile Italian Sparkling wine, La Marca Prosecco can be served in sparkling flutes or white wine glasses. A full bottle serves approximately 5-7 glasses. After pouring the first round, seal the opened bottle with a bottle stopper to keep remaining wine fresh and effervescent and keep the wine chilled to 46-50°F. An opened bottle should last about 3-4 hours with the bottle closure.

La Marca Prosecco has the charm to stand alone as an aperitif, but it also has the body and the acidity to pair well with a range of foods, from seafood and mild cheeses to rich pasta dishes and decadent desserts. 

Winemaker Description

An open-knit nose of wild plum, almond and orange with underlying notes of salted bread. On the palate, the wine shows considerable body and a complex array of flavors including lemongrass, peppermint and quince. As the wine breathes scents of orange blossom and honeysuckle come to the fore and mingle with the soft, spicy accents of cumin and nutmeg.

Louis Roederer Champagne Collection 246 Brut NV 750ml

Discover the elegance of Louis Roederer Champagne Collection 246 Brut NV, the epitome of luxury in a bottle. This harmonious champagne shows impeccable balance with depth and focus, earning outstanding 93-point ratings from Wine Spectator, Vinous, and James Suckling. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail and reflecting the House's 250-year heritage, Collection 246 is positively stellar and absolutely delicious, making it perfect for celebrating special moments or elevating any occasion.

Outstanding Critical Acclaim - 93 Points

Wine Spectator - 93 Points
"A harmonious Champagne that shows impeccable balance, with depth and focus to its flavors of white cherry, Honeycrisp apple, tangerine peel and biscuit, while retaining vibrancy and grace. A chalky underpinning comes to the fore on the creamy finish, joining delicate spice and floral accents. Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier. Drink now through 2030."

Vinous - 93 Points
"The NV Brut Collection 246 is positively stellar. It's a terrific example of where Roederer is going with this cuvée stylistically. Brisk saline notes cut through a core of orchard fruit, mint, white pepper and slate. There are no hard angles or awkward contours... The 246 is impeccably done and absolutely delicious."

James Suckling - 93 Points
"This has pretty and elegant aromas of pears, apple blossoms, grapefruit and chalk. It's silky, fresh and beautifully balanced on the palate, with very soft bubbles."

Louis Roederer Heritage - 250 Years

Each bottle reflects the House's 250-year heritage and commitment to perfection. Louis Roederer is one of Champagne's most prestigious houses, known for exceptional quality and innovation in champagne production.

Collection 246 - Innovative Blend

The 246 is a terrific example of where Roederer is going with this cuvée stylistically. This innovative approach combines traditional champagne-making with modern techniques to create something truly exceptional.

Based on 2021 Vintage

Based on 2021, an extremely tricky vintage for Champagne. Chef de Caves Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon bumped up the percentage of Chardonnay considerably and focused on Pinots from the Montagne de Reims, demonstrating masterful winemaking in challenging conditions.

Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon - Chef de Caves

Under the direction of Chef de Caves Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon, Collection 246 represents the pinnacle of Roederer's non-vintage champagne production. His expertise and vision shine through in every aspect of this wine.

Complex Blend Composition

The final blend is 54% Chardonnay (as opposed to the more typical 44%), 35% Pinot Noir and 11% Meunier. This Chardonnay-forward blend creates exceptional elegance and finesse.

Perpetual Reserve System

The 246 is a blend of 55% base 2021 vintage wines, plus 30% perpetual reserve going back to 2012 (mostly from Cumières, Vertus and Verzy) in tank and 10% young-vine juice from Cristal plots aged in cask. This complex reserve system adds depth and consistency.

Cristal Plot Reserve Wines

Includes 10% young-vine juice from Cristal plots aged in cask. These reserve wines from the legendary Cristal vineyard sites add exceptional quality and character to the blend.

Oak & Tank Fermentation

Twenty-four percent of the wines were fermented in oak, the rest in tank. This combination provides complexity from oak while maintaining freshness from tank fermentation.

Partial Malolactic Fermentation

About 30% of the lots underwent malolactic fermentation to soften the edges. This technique adds creaminess and roundness while preserving the wine's vibrant acidity.

7 Grams Per Liter Dosage

Dosage is 7 grams per liter, creating a balanced brut style that enhances the wine's natural flavors without excessive sweetness.

Tasting Profile

Appearance: Brilliant golden color with persistent fine bubbles
Aroma: White cherry, Honeycrisp apple, tangerine peel, biscuit. Pears, apple blossoms, grapefruit and chalk. Orchard fruit, mint, white pepper and slate
Palate: Harmonious with impeccable balance, depth and focus. Brisk saline notes. Silky, fresh and beautifully balanced with very soft bubbles. Vibrant and graceful. Creamy texture
Finish: Chalky underpinning on the creamy finish, joining delicate spice and floral accents

Impeccable Balance

A harmonious Champagne that shows impeccable balance, with depth and focus to its flavors. There are no hard angles or awkward contours - everything is perfectly integrated.

White Cherry, Apple & Tangerine

Flavors of white cherry, Honeycrisp apple, tangerine peel and biscuit create a complex and inviting flavor profile. These bright fruit notes are complemented by toasty, yeasty complexity.

Brisk Saline Notes

Brisk saline notes cut through a core of orchard fruit, mint, white pepper and slate. This minerality adds freshness and food-friendliness to the champagne.

Vibrancy & Grace

While retaining vibrancy and grace throughout. The wine maintains energy and elegance from first sip to finish, never becoming heavy or tired.

Chalky Minerality

A chalky underpinning comes to the fore on the creamy finish. This mineral character reflects the terroir of Champagne's chalk soils and adds complexity.

Very Soft Bubbles

Silky, fresh and beautifully balanced on the palate, with very soft bubbles. The fine mousse creates a luxurious texture that enhances the drinking experience.

Drink Now Through 2030

Drink now through 2030, according to Wine Spectator. While delicious now, this champagne has the structure and complexity to age gracefully for several years.

Montagne de Reims Pinot Noir

Chef de Caves Jean-Baptiste Lécaillon focused on Pinots from the Montagne de Reims. This prestigious region produces Pinot Noir of exceptional quality and character.

Reserve Wines from 2012-2017

Reserve wine from a perpetual reserve created in 2012, plus reserve wines kept in oak from 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016 and 2017. This extensive reserve library adds depth and consistency.

Versatile Food Pairing

This champagne pairs beautifully with:

• Seafood and shellfish
• Creamy risottos
• Rich desserts
• Sushi and sashimi
• Soft cheeses
• Light appetizers

Perfect for Celebrations

Ideal for celebrating special moments or simply indulging in a personal treat. Whether hosting a lavish dinner party or enjoying a quiet evening at home, Collection 246 elevates any occasion.

Unmatched Quality & Craftsmanship

The meticulous blending results in a sophisticated flavor that is both complex and harmonious. This champagne is not just a drink; it's a testament to the artistry and dedication found in every bottle.

Winemaker Description

From the province of Treviso — one of Italy’s most celebrated Prosecco zones — this Brut Prosecco pours a luminous straw yellow with an emphatic yet elegant mousse. The bouquet is redolent of golden apple, while the palate delivers appealing notes of golden apple, white peach and honey with a clean, refreshing finish.

Food Pairings

• Antipasti, bruschetta, or light appetizers
• Fresh seafood, sushi, or oysters
• Soft cheeses and fruit
• Perfect as an aperitivo or celebratory pour

Product Details

• Producer: Mionetto
• Appellation: Prosecco DOC Treviso, Veneto, Italy
• Style: Brut Sparkling
• Format: 375ml Half Bottle

Critical Acclaim

• Wine Enthusiast – 90 Points | “Fresh and vibrant, this classic Prosecco is exactly what we are all looking for: freshness, fun and fruitiness. Ample apple and lemon notes with a touch of white flower define the nose. These lead to a zippy palate that directly translates from the nose with loads of fresh apples and a touch of minerality.”

Tasting Notes

Fresh and vibrant with aromas of green apple, lemon, and white flower. The palate is zippy and fruit-forward, with loads of crisp apple, a touch of minerality, and a clean, refreshing finish. Everything a great Prosecco should be.

About the Wine

Mionetto is one of the most celebrated Prosecco houses in the Veneto, with over 130 years of history in the region. The Prestige Collection — instantly recognizable by its iconic orange label — is the benchmark expression of the range: a Prosecco DOC Treviso Brut made from Glera grapes grown in the hills around Treviso. Consistent, crowd-pleasing, and endlessly versatile.

Serving

Serve well chilled at 6–8°C. Perfect as an aperitivo, for celebrations, or anytime a glass of something bright and joyful is called for.

Food Pairing

Excellent with antipasti, prosciutto, light seafood, sushi, fresh cheeses, and fruit-based desserts.

Product Details

• Appellation: Prosecco DOC Treviso, Veneto, Italy
• Varietal: Glera
• Style: Brut Sparkling
• Format: 750ml
• Producer: Mionetto

Winemaker Description

An elegant golden straw yellow with amber highlights. Its aromas are radiant, revealing bright yellow-fleshed fruits (apple, pear, yellow peach), honey, floral nuances (lime blossom) and elegant blond notes (brioche and fresh nuts). The palate is seductive, richly flavorful and smooth combining generosity and subtlety, fullness and vigor, followed by a delicately fresh crispiness (fruit with seeds), to reveal the magical balance of Champagne. 

Expert Reviews 

93 Points The Somm Journal | When it comes to finesse, this classic—roughly equal parts Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier with a slightly smaller amount of Chardonnay—doesn’t miss: It’s comme il faut from the unending bead onward. Joined by biscuit and almond aromas, ripe golden apple on the nose turns to green on the palate, where citrus—lime, grapefruit, mandarin orange—cycles through high-flying acidity even as luscious pear adds weight and chalk conveys elegance through the finish. 

92 Points Wine Spectator | An elegant version, fine and creamy in texture and backed by lively, orange peel acidity. A streak of smoke-tinged minerality underscores flavors of almond madeleine, poached pear, anise and preserved lemon. Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Drink now.

91 Points James Suckling | This is showing aromas of apricots, grapefruit, pears and short crust. Some walnuts, too. Medium-bodied, with soft bubbles and tasty nut and pie crust notes at the end. Blend of pinot noir, meunier and chardonnay. 24 months on the lees.

90 Points Wine Spectator | A hint of smoke wafts through flavors of black currant, lemon-infused pastry cream and crystallized honey in this fresh, well-meshed Champagne, with a touch of Mandarin orange peel and a fine mousse.

Winemaker Description

A complex assemblage of primarily Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Brut Prestige opens with gorgeous layered white blossom aromas, followed by creamy vanilla, citrus, stone fruit and melon. With elegant acidity and crisp structure, this medium-bodied sparkling wine displays an excellent mousse and a rich, lingering finish — making it an exceptional food wine.

Critical Acclaim

• Wine Spectator 90 Points | Delicate in style yet plush, with pretty cherry, lemon verbena and yeast roll flavors that linger on the supple, refreshing finish. Drink now.
• Decanter 90 Points | A snappy sparkling that begins with a seriously fresh nose of green apple, orange blossom, citrus and gingerbread. Medium-bodied, balanced, crisp and complex, with a lengthy finish.

About the Wine

Mumm California Brut Prestige is the signature sparkling wine from Mumm Napa — widely considered one of the best-value domestic Champagne-style sparklers, blending traditional French méthode champenoise techniques with the vibrant fruit of California.

Food Pairings

• Oysters, sushi, or truffle popcorn
• Roasted poultry, creamy pasta, or spicy Thai dishes
• Excellent in Mimosas or French 75 cocktails

Product Details

• Producer: Mumm Napa
• Blend: Pinot Noir & Chardonnay
• Style: Brut Sparkling
• Appellation: California
• Format: 750ml

Winemaker Description

Champagne Palmer & Co concentrates its vineyard holdings in the Montagne de Reims: in the grand cru villages of Mailly and Verzenay and the premier cru villages of Trépail and Villers-Marmery. While they also have holdings in the Marne Valley, the Côte de Sézanne and the Côte des Bar, their prestige cuvée Grands Terroirs, channels those north- and north-east-facing slopes with power and precision.

The 2015 vintage is blended from 50% Pinot Noir, 38% Chardonnay and 12% Pinot Meunier, sourced from Mailly and Verzenay as well as Trépail, Villers-Marmery, Ludes, Chigny-les-Roses and Rilly-la-Montagne. Palmer & Co refers to the vintage as “exceptional” because it combined high temperatures and little rainfall – spelling little disease pressure and even ripening. Sunny days and cool nights in August, they say, allowed for “perfect” ripening.

The nose, subtle and charming, opens with notes of orange blossom and acacia, mixed with notes of yellow fruits, then it evolves towards lovely and delicately spiced aromas of fried pineapple and tonka bean. The palate is characterized by freshness, with citrus fruits sublimating the notes of brioche and dried fruits. Its creamy texture stretches deliciously into a persistent finish. 

Expert Reviews

92 Points Wine & Spirits | Markedly youthful in its smoky reduction, this wine sees its sulfur blow off quickly, leaving a flinty scent and an impression of clarity. It’s bright with pretty scents of black tea and herbs, firmed up by strong acidity.

92 Points James Suckling | A chalky and mineral Champagne with aromas of blanched almonds, chalk, seashells, biscuits, lemon pith and dried apples. Creamy mousse. Dry and bright, with a rounded finish. Drink now or hold.

Winemaker Description

Exceptionally fruity! Palmer & Co has created a rosé combining exceptional fruitiness and delicate notes of spice. At the heart of the blend lies a unique Solera of Pinot Noir, a perpetual reserve of several decades reflecting the House’s celebrated expertise. The intense nose is dominated by the energising aroma of wild strawberries with tantalising light notes of red and black currants in the background, overlaying very delicate notes of vanilla and cinnamon spice. Fresh and full-bodied on the palate, it is drawn out in finely tannic, succulent bubbles in the same register of fruity elegance. 

Expert Reviews

Expert Review - Vintage 2008

97 Points Wine Spectator:  Like a stallion out of the gate, this shows an initial explosion of power, in the form of mouthwatering flavors and fine texture, before quickly settling into an elegant gait. The racy acidity is seamlessly knit, buoying the lacy mousse and flavors of cassis, toasted brioche and tangerine, with accents of candied ginger, hazelnut and fleur de sel lingering on the long, creamy finish. Drink now through 2035.

96 Points Wine Enthusiast:  The new release of this producer's prestige cuvée comes in its usual beautifully sculpted bottle. The Champagne, from a great vintage in the region, is just approaching maturity still showing minerality from the high amount of Chardonnay in the blend. Nutty flavors are creeping in, keeping the great texture adding complexity. Drink this very fine wine now although it will also age further.

96 Points Decanter: Rare Champagne boasts an illustrious past, with its first vintage having been presented to Marie Antoinette in 1785. The wine is produced in very limited quantities and is restricted to exceptional years, with only 11 vintages being declared over the past four decades of production. 70% Chardonnay, 30% Pinot Noir from selected grand cru vineyards. Simon Field MW: Gentle bead, lovely evolved notes of hazelnut, even a hint of praline, enrobed and ennobled by firm acidity and a persuasive finish. Alan Bednarski: Great, pure wine with still-fresh zesty flavours, delicate palate and sweet yeast notes, with a long flavourful finish of ripe melon. Tim Hall: A challenging, pressing start, wanting to overwhelm with shimmering and sharp attack, but shows intensity on the palate to match. Lovely lemon-apple notes and tempered texture.

96 Points Jeb Dunnuck: The 2008 Champagne Rare is luxurious with aromas of graham cracker, honeysuckle, quince, and orange zest. It is round and opulent, with a fine and pillowy mousse, and retains freshness throughout, with apricot and yellow flowers. It is impressive and long, and fully luxurious. Drinking well now, it is sure to hold its own for years to come. Drink 2022-2044.

93 Points Wine Advocate:  The newly released 2008 Brut Cuvée Rare is very promising, unwinding in the glass with a youthfully reserved nose of citrus oil, crisp green apple, freshly baked bread, iodine and oyster shell, as well as some rather herbaceous characteristics that depress my score a little, even if I suspect that they will resolve with a bit more bottle age. Medium to full-bodied, incisive and tightly wound, if the 2006 vintage was gourmand and demonstrative, the 2008 is slower to show all its cards. Built around racy acids and complemented by a pillowy mousse, this rendition of Cuvée Rare will reward a few years more on cork.

Winemaker Description

The 2008 Rare Rosé is Piper-Heidsieck's second ever prestige cuvée rosé. This extremely premium and rare offering has been 11 years in the making. The legendary eye of Régis Camus saw a rare opportunity in the 2008 champagne vintage, a beautifully complex and eccentric vintage. It is an audacious wine, born of intuition, vision and aspiration – the very definition of Rosé.

Following an attack that is both elegant and generous the velvety texture unfurls to offer minerality and subtlety. Initially, the exuberant vitality of dark fruits and citrus is followed by vibrancy, smoky notes of star anise and violets. 

Expert Reviews 

Wine Spectator 97 Points | A vibrant Champagne, ballet-slipper pink in color, featuring intense flavors of nectarine, ripe raspberry, grilled nut, espresso and graphite, with a touch of dried sage, all riding the finely detailed mousse. Like a ballerina, this offers power in a graceful form. A beautiful skein of spice unravels on the lasting finish. Drink now through 2033.

Jeb Dunnuck 98 Points | The 2008 Champagne Rare Rosé is straight-up sensational. Only the second time they’ve produced this cuvée, it offers a deep, full-bodied, powerful yet chiseled and laser-focused style carrying loads of wild strawberry fruit as well as notes of orange blossom, spice, and crushed rocks. Backward, austere, yet simply loaded with potential, it needs a solid 4-5 years of bottle age and will drink brilliantly for two decades or more. 

Winemaker Description

The Pommery Brut Royal shows a pale yellow color with light green accents. On the nose, it is vivacious and cheerful, fresh, easy, fine, delicate, and open. It has notes of citrus and white flowers combined with small berry notes. Elegant and vibrant in the mouth, it opens with initial notes of berries. 

The wine is round, ample, and delicate, with a nice finish. Clear end notes without any dryness. This wine is harmonious and never grows tiresome to the palate.

Enjoy it at any time of day or night.

Expert Reviews

Lettie Teague writes:  Champagne Pommery Brut Royal  - Although I’m generally not big on glossy Champagne boxes, the groovy Pommery package with its paisley design was pretty eye-catching; happily, the wine inside was good too. A lithesome, compulsively drinkable dry sparkler with notes of citrus and pear and a long minerally finish, the non-vintage wine is a blend of three main Champagne grapes—Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier—in equal amounts.  Corporate-owned Pommery Champagne claims to have introduced the first successful dry “Brut” style Champagne to the world in 1874—it’s certainly a style they do well. A terrific aperitif.  - Wall St. Journal, Dec. 16-17, 2023

James Suckling writes:  Peach, lemon, grapefruit, biscuit and some honey on the nose. Creamy and round with a juicy, peachy and lightly off-dry palate. Sleek bubbles. One third each of chardonnay, pinot noir and pinot meunier. Base vintage 2018. 9-10g/L dosage. Drink now.  - James Suckling 92

Simon Field MW, Tim Hall, Anne Krebiehl MW write:  Seductive nose of verbena, plum and summer flowers. Lovely shortbread depth and buttery richness on the palate with impressive finish.  Drinking 2020 -2025.  - Decanter 92

Expert Reviews - Vintage 2019

Vinous 92 Points Eric Guido | More savory than sweet and wonderfully complex, the 2019 Brut Rosé North Coast bursts from the glass with toasty notes of fresh baguette and almonds, giving way to crushed apples and gingery spice. This rushes the palate with an elegant bead of silken bubbles. It is creamy yet energetic, and mineral-tinged orchard fruits add further tension. The 2019 leaves the senses wonderfully refreshed through the long, crunchy finale, as white strawberry and spice cookie notes fade. The Brut Rosé is a pleasure bomb, yet it’s wonderfully balanced throughout.  Drinking 2023 to 2027.    

Wine Spectator 92 Points | A delicate, graceful rosé, with refined strawberry, fresh ginger and yeast roll tones that glide on the supple finish. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Drink now.  

Expert Review

Decanter 89 Points | Very lively, pleasant, and bubbly sparkling wine with a very fine and persistent perlage. Perfect aperitif and the sparkling wine that awaits you at home after a long day.

Winemaker Description 

Appearance : Straw yellow with greenish highlights, a persistent mousse and fine perlage. Fragrance : This wine has a very lively and complex composition of aromas with hints of white fruit, acacia flower and wisteria. Flavour : The well-balanced acidity and sugar level gives the wine good harmony and depth which highlights the aromatic complexity of the fragrance.

Winemaker Description

Traditional blend of the 3 Champagne grape varieties from several harvests.  Made up of approximately 60% Pinot Noir, 20% Pinot Meunier and 20% Chardonnay for the white wine. A Pinot Meunier-based red wine is added.
 
The salmon-colored rose enhances the sparkling foam.  The generous bouquet evolves towards notes of raspberry and redcurrant. The mouth develops into a taste of fleshy cherry.

50% Xarello , 30% Macabeo, 20% Parellada - Methode traditionnelle. The grapes are picked by hand and all winery work (from pressing and fermenting the grapes with “Kosher for Passover” yeasts, to filtering, cold stabilization, fining and bottling, are carried out by a rabbi. A harmonious Cava with good body. Notes of exotic fruits, small and delicate bubbles and a long and delicious lingering finish.

Kosher for Passover.

Winemaker Description

Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label is the signature champagne of the House. Dominated by Pinot Noir, it offers the perfect balance of structure and finesse. Golden-yellow in color, with a foaming necklace of tiny bubbles. It is pleasing to the nose; initially reminiscent of yellow and white fruits, then of vanilla and later brioche. Note the fine balance between the fruity aromas coming from the grape varieties and the toasty notes, the result of the three years of bottle aging. The first sip delivers all the freshness and strength so typical of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label with a symphony of fruit following (pear, lemon). It is a true member of the Brut family, well-structured, admirably vinous.

Expert Reviews

James Suckling 92 Points | This has aromas of grapefruit, citrus peel, quince, toast and almonds. It’s medium-bodied with creamy, fine tannins. Silky texture. Nutty complexity at the end.

Decanter 91 Points | Noticeable fruit intensity and fresh notes of red fruits, fresh blueberries and a small amount of quince. Interesting and quite demanding. Blend : 55% Pinot Noir, 15% Pinot Meunier, 30% Chardonnay.

Wine Spectator 90 Points | A crisp and lacy Champagne, with a hint of smoke underscoring flavors of poached apricot, pastry cream and pickled ginger. An overtone of Mandarin orange peel ties it all together.

Indulge in the Elegance of Veuve Clicquot YELLOW Label Brut

 - 375ml Half Bottle

Indulge in the elegance of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut, the signature champagne of the House since 1772. This iconic 375ml half bottle features the renowned blend dominated by Pinot Noir that offers the perfect balance of structure and finesse. One of the oldest and most respected champagne houses in the world, Veuve Clicquot is celebrated for its bright golden-yellow label that symbolizes vitality and enjoyment, making it the perfect choice for celebrations both grand and intimate.

Expert Recognition

James Suckling - 92 Points
"This has aromas of grapefruit, citrus peel, quince, toast and almonds. It's medium-bodied with creamy, fine tannins. Silky texture. Nutty complexity at the end."

Decanter Magazine - 91 Points
"Noticeable fruit intensity and fresh notes of red fruits, fresh blueberries and a small amount of quince. Interesting and quite demanding."

Wine Spectator - 90 Points
"A crisp and lacy Champagne, with a hint of smoke underscoring flavors of poached apricot, pastry cream and pickled ginger."

Tasting Profile

Golden-yellow in color with a foaming necklace of tiny bubbles and lively effervescence. The nose is pleasing, initially reminiscent of yellow and white fruits (pear, apple), then vanilla and later brioche. Note the fine balance between fruity aromas from the grape varieties and toasty notes resulting from three years of bottle aging. The first sip delivers all the freshness and strength typical of Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label with a symphony of fruit following (pear, lemon, grapefruit). It's a true member of the Brut family, well-structured and admirably vinous with a silky texture and nutty complexity on the finish.

Perfect Half Bottle Format

The 375ml half bottle size is ideal for:

• Intimate celebrations - perfect for two people
• Special occasions - toasting milestones without opening a full bottle
• Gift giving - thoughtful luxury in a convenient size
• Personal indulgence - enjoy premium champagne in moderation
• Romantic dinners - elegant accompaniment for two

Food Pairing Suggestions

The crisp bubbles and vibrant flavors pair beautifully with:

• Fresh oysters and shellfish
• Seafood dishes and sushi
• Gourmet appetizers and canapés
• Soft cheeses like Brie or Camembert
• Light poultry dishes

Veuve Clicquot Heritage Since 1772

Veuve Clicquot represents over 250 years of French champagne-making excellence. The blend of 55% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay, and 15% Pinot Meunier creates the signature character that has made Yellow Label an icon of the champagne world. Whether celebrating with friends or giving the gift of pure indulgence, Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label delivers an unforgettable experience in every sip.