Gimonnet/Pierre Extra Brut Champagne 1er cru Blanc de Blancs NV

93 points Tyson Stelzer (The Champagne Guide): "(2013 base; disgorged April 2018; Cuis with longer on lees and lower dosage; 6% 2012, 9% 2011, 10% 2010, 5% 2009; reserves are the previous year's blend, aged in magnum; aged more than 4 years on lees; 4g/L dosage; DIAM). In a grand statement of the credentials of its vineyards and ultra-attentive winemaking, its brand-new release is a serious cuvée that juxtaposes the crunchy lemon and nashi pear of cool, north-facing slopes with the roast almond, brioche, honey and mixed spice complexity of more than four years on lees, uniting seamlessly and lingering long on the finish. The energetic acidity and bright salt minerality of the village shine brilliantly, in all their stark purity, illuminated by low dosage. It would benefit from even longer still to show its full potential, or even a fraction more dosage to calm its tension. (2020-2021)"

92 points William Kelley (Wine Advocate): "Disgorged in April 2019 with four grams per liter dosage, the newly released NV Brut Extra Blanc de Blancs 1er Cru is based on the 2014 vintage—a similar assemblage to the flagship Brut but with more time sur lattes. Bursting with aromas of fresh peach, pear, pastry cream, fresh bread and hints of wild strawberry, it's medium to full-bodied, with a textural attack, racy acids and chalky back-end grip. Drink: 2020-2035. (Apr 2020)"

91 points Wine Spectator: "A crowd-pleasing Champagne for the fine balance and accessibility. A fresh spine of acidity is enmeshed in the round and creamy profile of poached apricot, grated ginger and blanched almond. Clean-cut, with a tang of salty mineral on the lasting finish. Disgorged December 2019. Drink now through 2023. (11/30/20)"