92 Points

Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Extra Brut

International Wine Challenge, July 2024

“Crisp lemon, pear skin, tight buzzy energy, oyster shell salinity, fresh citrus, savoury and lively.Crisp lemon, pear skin, tight buzzy energy, oyster shell salinity, fresh citrus, savoury and lively.”

92 Points

2020 M. Chapoutier Les Granilites Rouge

Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2024

“Sourced from the portion of the appellation around Mauves and Tournon, the 2020 Saint-Joseph Les Granilites is a strong effort, with bold aromas of blueberries and boysenberries accented by strands of resinous herbs, a dusting of crushed stone and a sprinkling of pencil shavings. Medium to full-bodied, ripe and concentrated, it even adds some licorice notes on the long, silky finish.”

92 Points

2021 M. Chapoutier Chante-Alouette Blanc

Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2024

“From a vintage that has proved very successful for the region's white wines, Chapoutier's 2021 Hermitage Chante-Alouette features aromas of beeswax, almond skin, melon and tangerine. It's medium-bodied, round, concentrated, nicely balanced and harmonious, with a long, citrusy finish.”

92 Points

2020 M. Chapoutier Sicamor

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, May 2022

“Frankly ripe and direct, with a tasty blast of dark cherry and plum compote flavors scored with notes of tar and anise on the velvety finish. The hint of violets in the background adds range too. Will have lots of fans for the expressive fruit. Drink now through 2028”

91 Points

Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Blanc de Noirs

Kristaps Karklins, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, October 2025

“Issuing entirely from the 2019 vintage, Piper-Heidsieck’s new NV Extra-Brut Blanc de Noirs Essentiel, disgorged in March 2023 with a dosage of five grams per liter, has turned out very well. Drawn from vineyards across the Montagne de Reims, the Marne Valley and the Côte des Bar—an assemblage of 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Pinot Meunier—it opens with captivating aromas of orange zest, cherry and nashi pear, mingling with quince and a subtle touch of smoky reduction. On the palate, it is medium- to full-bodied, ample and fleshy, balancing the vintage’s ripeness with invigorating tension. Enlivened by a pillowy mousse, it is laden with succulent but vibrant acids that carry the wine to a lingering, mouthwatering finish. This cuvée reflects a step forward in viticulture; though not certified organic, the fruit is sourced from largely thoughtfully farmed vineyards.”

91 Points

2023 M. Chapoutier Belleruche Blanc

Anna-Christina Cabrales, Wine Enthusiast, October 2025

“Citrus pith, white rose, and peony add floral charm to the nose of this wine. Bright acidity elevates the pithy profile while soft almond and wet stone notes linger through the finish. This textbook expression is fresh and vibrant, ideal for immediate enjoyment.”

91 Points

Piper-Heidsieck Brut Rosé

Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator, September 2025

“A well-cut rosé Champagne, with a refined, lively mousse. Shows rich notes of brioche and toasted almond layered with a juicy beam of wild cherry, strawberry and blood orange fruit, plus mineral and spice accents. Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier and Chardonnay. Drink now.”

91 Points

2023 Laurenz V. Charming Grüner Veltliner

Claire Nesbitt, James Suckling, August 2025

“Sliced apples, nectarines and fresh mangoes on the nose, followed by a creamy, ripe and medium- to full-bodied palate. Lovely just-ripe stone- and yellow-fruit character. Drink now. Screw cap.”

91 Points

2024 Tiraki Sauvignon Blanc

Decanter, June 2025

“Vibrant, ripe passionfruit nose with flinty, mineral notes to accompany. Fleshy on the palate with a textured, mouth-watering finish.”

91 Points

2018 Piper-Heidsieck Vintage Brut

Decanter, June 2025

“Lemon flint and reed apples compliment baking spice and chewy meringue notes. Vivacious palate offers linear structure and fruit abundance.”

91 Points

Piper-Heidsieck Essentiel Blanc de Noirs

Decanter, June 2025

“Lemon verbena and orchard fruit temper savoury marmite interest leading into citrus driven freshness with autolytic complexity and decent length.”

91 Points

2023 Laurenz V. Friendly Grüner Veltliner

Decanter, June 2025

“Ample citrus, flinty mineral and saline characters with a lovely green apple grip of acidity and a long walnut finish.”

91 Points

2023 Laurenz V. Charming Grüner Veltliner

Anne Krebiehl, Vinous, June 2025

“The 2023 Grüner Veltliner Charming Reserve is shy on the nose but charms with a lovely sense of ripe white peach pervaded by white pepper. This is a smooth, rounded, concentrated Grüner that just strikes an effortless balance, tingling ever so slightly with appetizing zestiness that counters its fill. A lovely and superbly versatile wine.”

91 Points

2022 Donnafugata Sul Vulcano Etna Rosso

Eric Guido, Vinous, May 2025

“The 2022 Etna Rosso Sul Vulcano lifts from the glass with floral perfumes complicated by shavings of blood orange and crushed wild berries. This is juicy and energetic with crisp red fruits that swirl across a crunchy mineral core. Long and gently tannic, the 2022 tapers off with edgy tannins offset by a bump of residual acidity and hints of blackcurrant linger on. I love how the Sul Volcano is both fun and serious.”

91 Points

2012 Rare Millésimé Brut

International Wine Challenge, May 2025

“Textbook Champagne, with lemon and apple flavours, focussed integrated acid and a fresh soft palate. Nice body, fruity finish”

91 Points

Piper-Heidsieck Cuvée Brut

International Wine Challenge, May 2025

“Brioche and citrus fruit combine in this balanced champagne. Showing delicate notes of baked orchard fruits.”

91 Points

2018 Piper-Heidsieck Vintage Brut

Yohan Castaing, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, October 2024

“Aromas of red berries, spices, herbs and pear introduce the 2018 Brut Vintage from Piper-Heidsieck, a moderately weighted, tense and delicate Champagne with a well-balanced mousse and a mouthwatering, delicate finish. This is a classic, fresh and refined Champagne.”

91 Points

2020 M. Chapoutier Les Meysonniers Rouge

Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2024

“One of the better values in the Chapoutier lineup, the 2020 Crozes Hermitage les Meysonniers boasts complex aromas of crushed stone, garrigue, blueberries and black cherries. It's medium to full-bodied, supple and easy in the mouth, with a long, silky finish. Slap a burger on the grill and go for it.”

91 Points

2021 M. Chapoutier Les Granilites Blanc

Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2024

“A blend of two parcels of vines—a vineyard in Mauves and the lower portion of lieu-dit Saint Joseph—the 2021 Saint-Joseph Blanc Les Granilites displays aromas of pencil shavings, quince and lime. It's medium-bodied, showing more fat than the Deschants bottling, but still not a big, rich wine; it is plump and succulent, with a long, citrusy finish.”

91 Points

2020 M. Chapoutier Les Granilites Blanc

Joe Czerwinski, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, May 2024

“Sourced from numerous lieux-dits, the 2020 Cote Rotie les Bécasses features generous aromas of cedar, vanilla, mulberries and blueberries. It's medium to full-bodied, not overdone or overripe at all, with a fine line of acidity, crisp berry flavors and a taut, streamlined fee.”