94 Points, James Suckling: "The clarity of chalk and white almond is striking. Gentle perfume with some light cherry fruits, peach, grapefruit and lemon citrus. The palate has a piercing burst of lemon and grapefruit flavor on the front and builds into gently biscuity and more savory flavors through the middle. Holds on to bright zesty acidity into the finish. Smooth, resolved and balanced. Really detailed. Drink now to 2020+." 10/16
Wine Spectator
93 Points, Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator: "Like a racehorse at the gate, this is full of power and energy, and the firm, minerally frame finds its stride thanks to the cloak of fine and creamy mousse carrying flavors of crunchy white peach and pear fruit, grated ginger and pink grapefruit zest. Best from 2019 through 2029. 609 cases imported." 11/17
Wine Enthusiast
93 Points, Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast: "Designer Philippe Starck was involved in the blending and label design of this Champagne. It is a pure crisp white-fruit-flavored wine, almost austere with intense acidity. Like many great bone dry Champagnes it will need to age to allow the spare lines of the wine to fill out. Drink this bottling from 2019." 12/17
Decanter
94 Points, Tyson Stelzer, Decanter: "The key to Roederer's distinctive cuvee is the terroir of its estate in Cumieres, the most incredible biodynamic vineyard in Champagne. The sunny 2009 season infused a ripeness framed by tight yet delightfully ripe and pure acidity, with a rare harmony that calls for no dosage. A delicate balancing act and kudos to the wizardry of Jean-Baptiste Lecaillon." 8/18
Wine & Spirits
95 Points, Wine & Spirits: "Musky and muscular, this wine starts out with unforgiving acidity, yielding to the fruit as the structure mellows with air. It's a Champagne to decant or, if you're opposed to losing bubbles, to stopper and revisit as it develops over the course of hours and days. The wine's austerity fills out in notes of almond and honeysuckle, salt and citrus. This is a collaboration between Roederer and French designer Philippe Starck, a blend of pinot noir, meunier and chardonnay grown in the clay soils of Cumieres, harvested and fermented together. It's a wine that requires a sunny vintage, as it's produced without malolactic and without dosage." 12/17
