Delamotte Brut NV (750ML)

90 Points, William Kelley, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate: "Pillowy and charming, the latest rendition of Delamotte's NV Brut offers up attractive aromas of orchard fruit, fresh bread and citrus oil. Medium to full-bodied, seamless and elegant, with a pretty pinpoint mousse and lively balancing acids, it's drinking well out of the gates but will also develop gracefully for a few years in the cellar." 09/21

91 Points, John Gilman, View From The Cellar: "Delamotte’s non-vintage Blanc de Blancs Brut that is currently in the market is a lovely bottle. It is made entirely from grand cru vineyards, with the vins clairs fermented in stainless steel and the wine aged sur latte for a minimum of four years prior to disgorgement. The bouquet wafts from the glass in a refined and nicely high-toned constellation of pear, lemon, warm bread, white lilies and a fine base of chalky soil tones. On the palate the wine is bright, full-bodied and zesty, with a good core of fruit, frothy mousse, good mineral undertow and a long, nascently complex and vibrant finish. This is approachable today, but will be even better with another couple of years in the cellar to allow its fine girdle of acidity to relax a bit more and let out more complexity. 2020-2040." #89 10/20

91 Points, Alison Napjus, Wine Spectator: "Minerally accents of smoke and oyster shell on the nose lead to rich toasted brioche, Anjou pear and lemon curd flavors on the palate of this bright, elegant Champagne. Drink now through 2023. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 31,250 cases made, 5,500 cases imported." 11/20

91 Points, James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com: "Quite impressive richness and gently toasty aromas on the nose here with almond, savory and sweet, bready autolysis notes. The palate has a fresh, succulent and smooth feel with soft, citrusy fruit flesh. Holds long. Drink now." 09/19

90 Points, Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast: "This is a crisp, textured wine with an emphasis on Chardonnay. That gives the Champagne delicacy, freshness as well as a tight edge of minerality. Drink this fine cuvée now." 12/20

92 Points, Audrey Frick, JebDunnuck.com: "A silver straw color, the NV Champagne Brut is a base of 2019, the majority (60%) Chardonnay along with 35% Pinot Noir and a small amount of Meunier. Forward in the glass, it has a lovely intensity on opening, with wonderful pure aromas of white peaches, delicate flinty reduction with a kiss of smoke, fresh flowers, and preserved lime cordial. Medium-bodied, it retains its energy and intensity on the palate, with a ripe core and bright, electric energy. It has a good deal of density as well as a peppery and zesty mousse, with an elegantly rounded, fresh mid-palate and a kiss of bitter almond on the finish. This is a superb entry-level wine to start the range. I would snap this up for by-the-glass programs and would be thrilled to drink it over the next several years. 8 grams per liter dosage." 12/24