Coutier - Champagne Brut Tradition Grand Cru

THE WINE ADVOCATE: "Disgorged in October 2020 with six grams per liter dosage, the latest rendition of Coutier's NV Brut Grand Cru Tradition is based on the 2013 vintage, complemented by fully 40% reserve wines. Exhibiting notions of waxy orchard fruit, honeycomb, mint, tangerine oil and fresh pastry, it's medium to full-bodied, bright and pillowy, with tangy acids and a fleshy core of fruit. Full of flavor and character, this is a fine effort."

LISA PERROTTI-BROWN: "Based on the 2017 vintage with some reserve wines from previous vintages, the Tradition Brut Grand Cru NV is an 80% Pinot and 20% Chardonnay blend made entirely with Coutier estate-fruit from Ambonnay. It was fermented in stainless steel, disgorged in July 2023 after five years of aging sur latte, and finished with a six grams per liter dosage. Redolent of ripe Mirabelle plums, summer red berries, pear drop, brioche and white flowers, the medium to full-bodied palate flaunts pristine red fruit concentration with shimmering, soft acidity and hints of chalk on the finish."