94 points Tyson Stelzer (The Champagne Guide): "(tasted in 2023 in France; Jean-Paul Hébrart’s favourite parcels of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ from vines between 45 and 60 years of age; 80% pinot noir and 20% chardonnay from Mareuil-sur-Aÿ; 60% 2018 and 40% 2016; 5.5g/L dosage of MCR; disgorged 14 September 2022). The succulent approachability of 2018 makes for a friendly and immediate Mes Favourites of elegance and allure. Strawberry and red cherry fruit is underlined by lemon freshness and the gently understated, fine chalk minerality of Mareuil. There is a succulent fruit core here that expresses the allure of pinot noir. A release with a relaxed demeanour to enjoy in its glorious youth. (Edition VII; 2024)"
93 points Audrey Frick (JebDunnuck.com): "The NV Champagne 1er Cru Mes Favorites Vieilles Vignes Brut is 80% Pinot Noir with rest Chardonnay and is an even split of 2019 and 2018 from vine selections over 50 years old from Hebrart’s favorite sites. A bright yellow color, it boasts delicate toasty, reductive notes initially (but not from oak), followed by notes of Mirabel, cherry blossoms, orange citrus, and shortbread. It’s approachable and fully dry on the palate, with a clean and peachy finish. It is a highly appealing wine with a refined and spritely mousse that frames the wine nicely. Drink over the coming 10 years. 5 grams per liter dosage. Disgorged March 2023. Drink: 2024-2035. (12/20/24)"
93 points Tom Hewson (Decanter): "Old vines and low yields seem to give an impression of age and depth in this wine, even if there are no old reserves and no oak here. Full of dried pear, ginger and sweet grapefruit peel, complex with spiced apple tart and brown bread toast, this is saturated with flavour and detail but not at all heavy; superb value. 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay from old vines in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ in the Vallée de la Marne. 50% each from the 2019 and 2018 vintages. Drinking Window: 2023-2028. (10/31/23)"
93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The NV Brut Mes Favorites Vieilles Vignes is a blend of 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay taken from ten lieux-dits in Mareuil. Rich, creamy and ample in feel, Mes Favorites offers a beguiling mix of old-vine intensity wrapped around a core of bright acids. Kirsch, dried flowers, mint, spice and pear build as this showy, inviting Champagne offers a warm embrace. Dosage is 5 grams per liter. Disgorged: January18, 2022. Drink: 2023-2032. (Nov 2023)"
93 points Sarah Mayo (The Wine Independent): "Light burnished gold, the Mes Favorites 1er Cru NV is an 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay vielles vignes selection fermented in stainless steel and finished with a 5.5 gram per liter dosage. Fragrant and full of expressive red current, ripe yellow apple, ruby red grapefruit, honey cream and toast aromas that spill into a fresh, medium-bodied palate with a pinpoint red fruit core embellished with satiny acid verve. Generous, refreshing and well balanced, it has a lovely long finish. Disgorged February 2023. Alcohol 12.5%. Drink: 2023-2033. (11/8/23)"
93 points Audrey Frick (JebDunnuck.com): "The NV Champagne 1er Cru Mes Favorites Vieilles Vignes Brut is 80% Pinot Noir with rest Chardonnay and is an even split of 2019 and 2018 from vine selections over 50 years old from Hebrart’s favorite sites. A bright yellow color, it boasts delicate toasty, reductive notes initially (but not from oak), followed by notes of Mirabel, cherry blossoms, orange citrus, and shortbread. It’s approachable and fully dry on the palate, with a clean and peachy finish. It is a highly appealing wine with a refined and spritely mousse that frames the wine nicely. Drink over the coming 10 years. 5 grams per liter dosage. Disgorged March 2023. Drink: 2024-2035. (12/20/24)"
93 points Tom Hewson (Decanter): "Old vines and low yields seem to give an impression of age and depth in this wine, even if there are no old reserves and no oak here. Full of dried pear, ginger and sweet grapefruit peel, complex with spiced apple tart and brown bread toast, this is saturated with flavour and detail but not at all heavy; superb value. 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay from old vines in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ in the Vallée de la Marne. 50% each from the 2019 and 2018 vintages. Drinking Window: 2023-2028. (10/31/23)"
93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "The NV Brut Mes Favorites Vieilles Vignes is a blend of 75% Pinot Noir and 25% Chardonnay taken from ten lieux-dits in Mareuil. Rich, creamy and ample in feel, Mes Favorites offers a beguiling mix of old-vine intensity wrapped around a core of bright acids. Kirsch, dried flowers, mint, spice and pear build as this showy, inviting Champagne offers a warm embrace. Dosage is 5 grams per liter. Disgorged: January18, 2022. Drink: 2023-2032. (Nov 2023)"
93 points Sarah Mayo (The Wine Independent): "Light burnished gold, the Mes Favorites 1er Cru NV is an 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay vielles vignes selection fermented in stainless steel and finished with a 5.5 gram per liter dosage. Fragrant and full of expressive red current, ripe yellow apple, ruby red grapefruit, honey cream and toast aromas that spill into a fresh, medium-bodied palate with a pinpoint red fruit core embellished with satiny acid verve. Generous, refreshing and well balanced, it has a lovely long finish. Disgorged February 2023. Alcohol 12.5%. Drink: 2023-2033. (11/8/23)"
| Product SKU | 702498 |
| Producer | hébrart/marc |
| Country | France |
| Region | Champagne |
| Varietal | Champagne / Sparkling Blend |
| Designation | Brut|Premier Cru|Vieilles Vignes |
| Vintage | NV |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | White |
| Blend | 80% Pinot Noir and 20% Chardonnay |
| ABV | 12.0% |
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