Laurent Perrier Ultra Brut NV (750ML)

94 WE / 92 WA / 91 VM / 90 WS / 90 JS

This Champagne has the necessary bottle age for its bone-dry character to be softened and given great complexity. The wine's freshness and apple fruits are palpable but they have attractive nutty hints that make this fine bottling ready to drink. - Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast

The current NV Ultra Brut is a 52% Chardonnay and 48% Pinot Noir blend that is based on the 2007 vintage; it includes – as always – a reserve of the former Ultra Brut vintage, in this case 2004. In fact, the Ultra Brut is produced only every three years on average and the 2007 base is only the twelfth cuvée since the (1976), which was released in 1989. It is citrus-colored and has some very nice white-golden reflections. Bright and fresh on the intensely-flavored brioche nose, this vibrant, round and mouth-filling Champagne reveals a persistent mineral complexity and structure, along with very elegant and refreshing citrus fruit. - SR, Wine Advocate

(55% Chardonnay and 45% Pinot Noir; no dosage; L53PA113356): Pale yellow. Racy mineral and ginger inflected citrus and orchard fruits on the nose, with a subtle floral nuance adding complexity. ON the palate, dry, incisive lime and green apple flavors show an intense, stony character and a touch of smokiness. Becomes fleshier with air and finishes spicy and long, with building citrus fruit character and very good focus. - Josh Raynolds, Vinous Media

This shows ripe fruit and pastry notes on the nose, while the palate is firm and focused, with a lively bead and a subtle mesh of fresh-cut apple, pickled ginger and almond biscotti flavors. Smoke-tinged finish. Drink now through 2020. 350 cases imported. - Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator

Quite fresh and floral nose, with dried flowers, lime blossom and gentle biscuity nuances. The palate has a sheer, dry and crisp feel. Tart lemon juice finish. Drink now. - James Suckling