Veuve Clicquot La Grande Dame 2004 (1.5L)

93 Points, Josh Raynolds, Vinous: "Vivid gold. Heady aromas of orange, white peach and smoky minerals, with a note of buttered toast adding depth. Densely packed citrus and pit fruit flavors show chewy texture and a bright mineral quality that adds vivacity. Rich but lively and precise, finishing very long, with notes of candied fig and toasty lees." 11/13, Issue #171

94 Points, Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator: "A fine and lacy mousse is draped over a firm frame of well-integrated acidity, belying the complexity of this elegant Champagne. A delicately woven tapestry of black currant, piecrust, chalk, spring blossom and lemon zest flavors ends with a lasting note of smoke-tinged minerality. Drink now through 2029." 12/14

94 Points, Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast: "This is a rich and creamy Champagne with a lively mousse, giving it a forward fruit character. Slowly the depth and concentration of the wine come through, with a white fruit flavor and hints of grapefruit and toasty yeast, which all promising good aging." 09/12

95 Points, Richard Juhlin, Decanter: "Same fantastic velvety super harmonious style year out and year in. The 2004 is polished, gorgeous and smiling in a ultra-sophisticated way. Extremely intense Chardonnay from Oger is playing most loud for the moment in the symphony. (Drink between 2014-2022)" 09/14