Henri Giraud Hommage au Pinot Noir, Champagne

The colour is golden and the wine is markedly viscous. The richness of buttery shortcrust and apple shines, this is like apple pie and yet there is an oyster shell saltiness here and caramel overtones. The palate is just as mouthwatering, presenting a very powerful, muscular but absolutely toned core, underscored by finest freshness and again with that echoing salty depth on the finish. A phenolic edge makes this especially compelling at the table.

91 points Antonio Galloni vinous.com

Vibrant and saline with a medium body, tangy acidity and a textured, almost oily palate. Serious and structured Blanc de Noirs with notes of grapefruit, salted almonds, apricot skin and stones. Tight bubbles. Gourmand. 40% perpetual reserve. Drink or hold.

94 points jamessuckling.com

The colour is golden and the wine is markedly viscous. The richness of buttery shortcrust and apple shines, this is like apple pie and yet there is an oyster shell saltiness here and caramel overtones. The palate is just as mouthwatering, presenting a very powerful, muscular but absolutely toned core, underscored by finest freshness and again with that echoing salty depth on the finish. A phenolic edge makes this especially compelling at the table.

96 points falstaff.com