Philipponnat Royale Reserve Brut Champagne [D94][WE94][WS93][JS92][JD90]

Producer: Champagne Philipponnat 
Region: Champagne, France 
Blend: 67% Pinot Noir, 31% Chardonnay, and 2% Pinot Meunier 
Year: Non-Vintage 

Decanter, 94 Points 

"A distinctly red-berry nose – all red currants and small forest fruit. Red Delicious apple has such a telltale Pinot scent. The palate has pure, bright apple fruit, a lemony verve, and a very delicate mousse backed by gently salty autolysis. Vanilla oak comes through, like the custard on an apple crumble, carrying freshness and flavour until the lingering finish." 

Wine Enthusiast, 94 Points 

"This is the nonvintage Champagne from this producer. With its richness and high percentage of Pinot Noir, it reflects the house style. Touches of spice and a light structure give shape to the white fruits. Drink now." 

Wine Spectator, 93 Points 

"A poised Champagne that shows impeccable balance, integrating a delicate frame of acidity with flavors of black cherry, crushed almond, pickled ginger and candied lemon peel. Reveals a chalky note that lingers on the satiny finish. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier." 

James Suckling, 92 Points 

"Walnuts, apricot stones, honey, sourdough and orange fruit here. Creamy and balanced, with a medium body and fine bubbles. Excellent persistency. 67% pinot noir, 31% chardonnay and 2% meunier. 2019 base with 34% reserve wines. Disgorged January 2023. 8g/L dosage." 

Jeb Dunnuck, 90 Points 

"A pale silver/straw hue, the NV Champagne Royal Reserve Brut is 67% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay, and the rest Meunier from the base vintage of 2019. It was disgorged in January 2023, with 8 grams per liter dosage. It’s fresh and inviting on opening, with balanced aromas of toast, almond, orange blossoms, and raspberry. Medium-bodied, it’s focused and assertive on the palate, with an elegant touch, and it tapers slowly, with a fine mousse and a long finish. This is a versatile entry from Philipponnat." 

Alcohol: 12.5% 

*Price and availability in store may vary. Vintage date may differ from pictured.