1 | Wine | Champagne, 91 to 95, 2006

"Graphite, apricot and candied berry notes give way to toast, ginger and mineral flavors in this complex, vinous Champagne. Dry and savory, with a firm, gingery finish."

"A highly perfumed bouquet combines citrus and orchard fruits with spicy oak and floral nuances. Juicy, dense and spicy, with bright acidity lifting and sharpening the sappy pear and orange flavors. Shows noteworthy intensity on the finish, which leaves notes of vanilla bean and ginger behind. This wine's blend of power and vivacity is impressive."

"The 2006 Brut Cuvee Grand Cellier d’Or is a striking wine endowed with tons of class and sheer depth. It shows considerable power in its freshly cut flowers, spices and rich Chardonnay fruit. All of the aromas and flavors build effortlessly to a creamy finish layered with smoke, minerals and ash. This is a fabulous wine in every way, but it will require at least a few more years in bottle."

"A hint of brioche backs fresh notes of macerated peach, kumquat, ginger, almond and spice, while racy acidity keeps this focused and vibrant throughout. Well-balanced, with a lightly smoky, zesty finish."

"Aromatic, with fine harmony to the creamy flavors of apple pastry, glazed pear, anise, candied lemon zest and biscuit. The mineral undercurrent pushes through on the mouthwatering finish."