Philipponnat Brut Rosé Champagne Royale Réserve NV

94 points Tyson Stelzer (The Champagne Guide): "(tasted in 2023 in Australia; 73% pinot noir, 24% chardonnay, 3% meunier; pinot noir saignée from Clos de Goisses in Mareuil-sur-Aÿ; 2018 base vintage; 22% perpetual reserve aged in oak barrels and foudres of 228 L, 500 L, 15 hL, 30 hL and 45 hL; 1/4 malolactic fermentation blocked; aged 3-4 years on lees; disgorged March 2022; 9g/L dosage). The bright purity and gentle structure of Mareuil-sur-Aÿ pinot is well suited to rosé (as neighbours Billecart and Marc Hébrart also exemplify), and Philipponnat has always excelled with this blend. A saignée of pinot noir from Clos des Goisses furnishes a generous and bright, medium straw hue. A strong pinot noir lead delivers delightful succulence of gorgeous strawberry, red cherry and red apple fruits. A year and a half on cork has accented its spicy complexity, even building an enticing hint of sarsaparilla. A grand exemplar of Philipponnat's aspiration of rosé of freshness, and a wonderful celebration of pinot noir of elegance, grace and confident presence. (Edition VII; 2024)"

94 points James Suckling: "A freshness and drive to this with sliced strawberry and lime with some peach blossom undertones. Full-bodied with lovely creamy texture and a bright finish. Hints of cotton candy. Very polished and focused. From the 2019 vintage. 69% pinot noir, 29% chardonnay and 2% meunier. 27% reserve wine aged in barrel. Disgorged in January 2023. 9g/l dosage. Drink now. (7/6/23)"

93 points Wine Spectator: "[$117/750ml list] A graceful Champagne, with a chalky underpinning and lacy texture supporting ripe strawberry and raspberry fruit, star anise, apple blossom and salted almond notes. Lightly juicy and fresh through to the lingering finish. Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Pinot Meunier. Disgorged March 2023. Drink now through 2028. (12/15/23)"

92 points Yohan Castaing (Wine Advocate): "The latest rendition of the NV Brut Rosé Royale Réserve is based on the 2019 vintage and was disgorged in March 2023 with nine grams per liter. Revealing a fresh, fruity bouquet with aromas of strawberries, rose petals, menthol and pastry, it’s medium to full-bodied, vinous and generous with a gourmand mid-palate and a long, saline finish. Drink: 2023-2030. (11/16/23)"

92 points Sarah Mayo (The Wine Independent): "Based on the 2019 vintage with 27% of reserve wines kept in oak barrels, the Royale Reserve Brut Rosé is a 69% Pinot Noir, 29% Chardonnay and 2% Pinot Meunier assemblage rosé with around 7% still Pinot Noir that includes a small percentage of this is saignée wine taken off at the beginning of the red fermentation. Salmon pink colored with a velvety mousse, it fills the glass with flamboyant, fruity and fresh aromas of raspberries, red currant, quince, dried blood orange slices and hints of honey. Medium-bodied, the palate has a creamy texture rounded out with succulent, red fruit and buoyed by vivacious, balancing acid that leads to a joyful, lingering finish. Disgorged March 2023 and finished with a nine gram per liter dosage. Alcohol 12.5%. Drink: 2023-2030. (11/8/23)"

92 points Wine Enthusiast: "Pinot Noir and Chardonnay come together in this ripe Champagne. Its red currant aroma and vibrant red and citrus fruit flavors give a wine that is full, and concentrated. Drink now. (Dec 2024)"

92 points Tom Hewson (TimAtkin.com): "Once again the 2017-based NVs from Philipponnat are shining. 71% Pinot Noir, 27% Chardonnay and 2% Pinot Meunier. This includes 27% oak-aged reserves and 6.5% red wine addition from the Clos des Goisses. Real pedigree here, with beautiful delicacy to strawberry tart and plum jelly fruit, lifted up with the warmth of gingerbread and orange peel. A touch of liquorice, too – it's fullsome in flavour, but shining with the essential freshness that Philipponnat work hard to maintain. Confident, harmonious NV rosé. (2022)"