Gaston Chiquet 'Millésime Carte d'Or' Brut

Score

92

"Disgorged in November 2019, Gaston Chiquet's 2009 Brut Premier Cru Or is showing very well, much like earlier disgorgements of this cuvée, revealing aromas of crisp yellow orchard fruit, honeycomb, white flowers and fresh brioche. On the palate, it's medium to full-bodied, fleshy and nicely defined, with an enveloping core of fruit, ripe but racy acids and a delicate pinpoint mousse."

Score

93

"The 2009 Brut Carte d’Or is 60% Chardonnay from Dizy (Cerisie?res lieu-dit) and 40% Pinot Noir from Mareuil-sur-AyThe 2009 Brut Carte d’Or is 60% Chardonnay from Dizy (Cerisie?res lieu-dit) and 40% Pinot Noir from Mareuil-sur-Ay? 1er (Mutry and Bourdeleuse lieux-dits) is just beginning to show signs of aromatic nuance in its bouquet, the 2009 is a terrific choice for readers who want to drink a Champagne with a bit of age. Dried flowers, chamomile, lemon confit, almond, pear and spice all develop with a bit of coaxing. The 2009 is not an overt or big wine as its vintage might suggest, but is rather a Champagne of total class and sublime beauty. I loved it. Disgorged: July, 2019."