Marguet Shaman Extra Brut NV (750ML)

92 Points, James Suckling, jamessuckling.com: "Some wild woody and foresty aromas with rose-like perfume and brambly wild berry fruits as well as oak-derived spices. The palate speaks of ripe fruit, really lead by pinot noir's berries and textural phenolic depth. Hints of lemon to close. Made from organically grown grapes. Drink now." 10/17

92 Points, John Gilman, View from the Cellar: "Benoît Marguet's "Shaman 13" bottling is excellent. This is from the base year of 2013, with fifteen percent of the cuvée from the solera started here in 2010. The cépages of the Shaman 13 is a tad different from last year's version, coming in at seventy-six percent pinot noir and twenty-four percent chardonnay. It is non-dosé this year and was disgorged in June of 2017. The wine is excellent, offering up a complex bouquet of white peach, apple, patissière, a very complex base of soil and plenty of Ambonnay smokiness in the upper register. On the palate the wine is crisp, full-bodied and beautifully balanced, with a fine core, refined mousse, excellent focus and grip and a long, complex and vibrant finish. Just a lovely wine. (Drink between 2018-2030)" 01/18, Issue #73

91 Points, Decanter: "A little restrained but delightful style exhibiting delicious briochy softness and enchanting oxidative nutty notes layered on top of bruised apples and acid pep. (Drink between 2017-2021)" 10/17