Champagne Palmer Blanc de Blancs 750ml

Pouring a brilliant but pale yellow hue, the NV Champagne Blanc De Blancs Brut leads with confectionary aromas of pastry dough, vanilla, poached pear, and lemon candies. It’s medium-bodied and bright on the palate, with driving acidity, a fine mousse, and a taut and coiled finish. It’s spritely now but will benefit from another 6-12 months in bottle as it matures. Drink 2024-2034. This cuvée saw five years on the lees and comes from the Premier Crus of Villers-Marmery and Trépail, as well as Grand Cru villages in the Montagne de Reims.

Score: 92 points -- Audrey Frick, jebdunnock.com, 2024